“Am I Hypomanic?” – Let’s Find Out!
“Am I hypomanic?” This is a question that most people living with bipolar disorder ask themselves more often than they want to admit. Hypomania can sneak in so discreetly, you don’t even realise that it’s arrived. It can be disguised as a good day, extra energy, and a sudden confidence boost. You wonder – “is […]
I Live With This One Regret Everyday
Thank you for clicking through to read this, it means the world to me. I just need a space to explore some of these thoughts in my head and let them just take up space. Sometimes, when the thoughts are solely in my head, the line between fact and fiction tends to get a little […]
Early Signs of Hypomania in Moms With Bipolar
Ever wake up after a full night of sleep only to feel unusually energized, talkative, or restless? For moms with bipolar disorder, these bursts of energy might be more than a temporary mood boost — they can be hypomania early signs in moms bipolar. Recognizing these signals early is crucial because what begins as increased […]
35 Things Bipolar Disorder Teaches You About Life That School Never Will
Bipolar disorder changes the way you see the world. It cracks you open, exposes the rawest parts of your soul, and forces you to rebuild from the ground up. It’s chaotic, unpredictable, and exhausting — but it’s also one of the most profound teachers you’ll ever have. You learn things no classroom could ever teach […]
Breaking the Silence: 7 Bipolar Topics That Deserve a Voice
Let’s be real—there’s a lot about bipolar disorder that people don’t talk about. Most know about the manic highs and depressive lows, but few understand the quiet, complicated, deeply personal parts of living with this condition.There are bipolar disorder taboo topics that rarely get mentioned in conversations, even in mental health circles. Yet, these are […]
7 Signs of Bipolar Disorder That People Don’t Know About
When people think of bipolar disorder, they usually think of mood swings that are very high and very low. In fact, most people think that this is all bipolar disorder is. But the truth is that bipolar can also show up in ways that aren’t as obvious. It’s a lot more complicated than that. There […]
Parenting With Bipolar Disorder Without Guilt: You’re Doing Better Than You Think
Parenting with bipolar disorder without guilt is something that’s basically impossible to do. This blog post isn’t going to tell you some secret or something surrounding parenting with bipolar disorder without guilt. But hopefully what it gives you is hope and the feeling that you’re not going through this journey alone. You’re not on this […]
Invisible Illness: Why People Say ‘You Don’t Look Bipolar
One of the stupidest sentences a person could say. As if “bipolar” has a look. It’s as if being labelled as “bipolar” implies a specific physical appearance. “But, you don’t look bipolar” feels so dismissive. It reduces a complex condition to a mere stereotype, ignoring the reality of daily struggles and the diverse ways it […]
Why ‘Good Vibes Only’ Can Be Harmful in Mental Health Spaces
We’ve all seen it — the pastel quotes on Instagram, the smiling influencers reminding us to “keep it positive” no matter what’s going on. The good vibes only culture is everywhere, and on the surface, it sounds uplifting. Who doesn’t want to focus on the bright side? But when it comes to mental health and […]
Understanding Rumination in Bipolar Disorder and How to Cope
Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition known best by extreme mood swings, ranging from periods of intense mania to episodes of deep depression. One aspect of the disorder that often goes overlooked is rumination—the persistent, repetitive focus on negative thoughts or past events. For individuals living with bipolar disorder, rumination can exacerbate depressive […]