Can You Heal Bipolar Disorder?
Can you heal bipolar disorder? I remember asking that question when I was first diagnosed back in 1998. I struggled with accepting my diagnosis because there was no tangible evidence
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The Challenges of Motherhood with Bipolar
Motherhood is challenging for everyone. Motherhood with bipolar disorder brings added difficulty. But it is absolutely possible to parent well with bipolar disorder.
What is Your Bipolar Treatment Plan?
What is your bipolar treatment plan? When I was initially diagnosed with bipolar the treatment plan my doctor gave me was to find the right combination of psychotropic medications. I
Symptoms of Mania and Depression: Don't Normalize Them!
Something that I have noticed on social media over the past few years is the normalization of the symptoms of mania and depression. It is usually motivated by the desire
Should I Have Children If I Have Bipolar Disorder?
One question I hear frequently is: “Should I have children if I have bipolar disorder?” This question and the worry underlying it are understandable. There are so many unknowns with
New Year's Resolutions for Bipolar Disorder: The Road to Wellness
It’s that time a year again, when many people resolve to make changes in their life to improve in some way. The new year feels like a natural time to
Bipolar Disorder: Boundaries?
Boundaries. We hear that word all the time but how many people actually understand what boundaries are and how to set and respect healthy boundaries? A few years ago I
Bipolar Disorder: The Kanye Effect
Kanye West has been in the media a lot lately. Every other day there is a story about the latest outrageous thing he has done or said. We all have
Interview by Hope and Way: How to Live Life to the Fullest as a Mother with Bipolar Disorder with Michelle
Michelle is a mother who is not only living with and managing her bipolar disorder but is also thriving! She has used tools and techniques on herself to make her
Bipolar Disorder: Six Tips for Getting the Most Out of Therapy
Recently I have been thinking about the blessing that therapy has been in my life and how I didn’t always feel that way. When I was first diagnosed with bipolar
Introducing Scott Ninneman from Speaking Bipolar
Several months ago Scott’s Speaking Bipolar popped up in my Instagram feed. He was followed by some of the people I follow, and I love the content he puts out.
Guest Post: Turning Your Lemons Into Lemonade: How to Make the Most of Difficult Situations by Scott Ninneman
SCOTT IS A GUEST BLOGGER FROM SPEAKING BIPOLAR WRITING ABOUT FINDING COURAGE AND CONFIDENCE FACING YOUR BIPOLAR DIAGNOSIS. Growing up, I made every effort to be home by dark. Two
Bipolar Disorder: Lessons from the Pandemic
I remember when the Covid-19 pandemic hit in the beginning of 2020 and the shutdown started I was relieved at first. I was struggling at the time with managing what
Bipolar Disorder: How My Daughter Saved My Life
TW: This blog post mentions suicide. If you are having thoughts of self-harm please contact 911 (or your local emergency services) or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 (in the
Bipolar Disorder: The Journey to Wellness
I was having a conversation with a friend the other day. She asked me what I would say to someone about how to live well with bipolar disorder? As I
Bipolar Disorder: It's All In Your Head!
I remember the day I went to my first appointment with the psychiatrist. I was so severely depressed I couldn’t really think of what to say. My aunt–who I had
Bipolar Disorder: Monitoring Your Mood
When you have bipolar disorder it can feel like your disorder is in the driver’s seat of your mind and you are just along for the ride. It can create
Mental Health vs. Mental Illness
Over the past few years there has been an increase in the public discussion of mental health due to the increasing stressors in the world. This is such a positive
Bipolar Disorder: The Pandemic of Negative Media
Over the past few years it seems that media has been getting more and more intense, more stressful and more controversial. With increased access to social media and platforms like
PODCAST: The Reality of it All
Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with @therealityofitall21 on her awesome podcast! Living well with bipolar disorder is absolutely possible, and that is a message I LOVE sharing. Check out this
What Are Your Bipolar Emotions Saying?
One of my favorite animated children’s films is Inside Out by Disney. It makes you laugh, cry and is a genuinely wonderful movie. But more than that, it is extremely
