bipolar disorder
The Quiet Days In Bipolar Disorder
What People Don’t See: The Quiet Days in Between When most people think of bipolar disorder, they imagine dramatic highs and crushing lows—the manic episodes filled with frenetic energy, racing thoughts, and impulsive decisions, followed by depressive crashes that sap all motivation and joy. These extremes are certainly real, but they are only part of […]
What Is Bipolar Disorder? Breaking Down Mania, Hypomania, and Depression
If you’ve ever wondered “what is bipolar disorder?” or questions whether or not you had bipolar disorder symptoms, you’ve found yourself the right article. Maybe you already know the types of bipolar disorder or bipolar disorder symptoms, but you haven’t heard it the way that I’m putting it today. So, buckle up. We’re diving into […]
Coping and Growing with Bipolar Disorder
Letting go is hard, but letting go of things when you have bipolar disorder? I think that’s an entirely different level. You can have all the complex bipolar disorder coping strategies right at your feet but the reality is bipolar disorder is rooted in our emotions and moods, so because of the nature of it, […]
Trapped in Your Head? How to Break Free from Ruminating Thoughts in Bipolar Disorder
Ever feel like your brain is stuck on repeat, replaying the same worries, regrets, or “what if” scenarios over and over? If you live with bipolar disorder, you might know this all too well. And even if you’re the best at how to recognize and manage bipolar triggers, these types of mental loops can be […]
8 Binge-Worthy Bipolar Podcasts You Need To Hear
I really enjoy listening to podcasts. It’s so interesting to hear conversations, opinions, thoughts and varying perspectives. But I love them even more when I can find content that’s relatable. Bipolar disorder podcasts are a special kind of unique. They are another tool in our toolbox, making sure we don’t feel alone in our journey. […]
Please Stop Saying “You Seem Fine To Me”
I hate hearing “you seem fine to me”. Seeming and being could not be any more different. Also, what exactly does seeming fine entail? Is there some sort of criteria that we should all be aware of? (Sarcasm of course because I’m not interested in seeming fine.) Sometimes I am fine and sometimes I’m not. […]
This Is What Managing Bipolar Looks Like (Hint: It Involves Pills)
The reality is that many of us who take our pills like grown-ups face an enormous amount of bipolar medication stigma. Whether it’s from family, friends, co-workers, etc. Feeling judged for taking medication can feel really infuriating. You’re literally doing what you need to do in order to be the best version of you possible. […]
45 Snarky Comments To Say To “You Don’t Look Bipolar”
We’ve all heard it.. “You don’t look bipolar”. As if that’s supposed to mean something to us. As if bipolar disorder has a look. As if any mental illness has a look. It’s frustrating, disheartening and absolutely infuriating. So, what do you do? We’ve come up with some snarky comebacks you can use when someone […]
Mania or Just Me? How to Tell the Difference Between Your Personality and Bipolar Symptoms
Is this mania or just me? Raise your hand if you’ve ever found yourself wondering this. Or, for those like me living with bipolar disorder 2, is this hypomania or is this just me? These questions feel so complicated when you’re living with bipolar disorder. Recognising mania is harder than it seems. After all, you […]
How To Explain Bipolar Disorder To Someone Who Doesn’t Get It
It can be extremely challenging for people who don’t live with an illness to fully grasp it’s full entitiy. After all, how can people really understand if they’ve never live it? There may be people in your life that wonder what is bipolar and how does it affect your life and maybe you just really […]