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Living with bipolar disorder can be a challenge, but this blog post shows that there is hope for recovery. The writer shares his personal story of surviving the condition and provides insight and understanding about what it's like to live with bipolar …
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Give yourself a more peaceful future by forgiving today. Start every day with a positive mindset. Free 30 Days of Positivity email course. https://ed.gr/dw1ax #speakingbipolar #lifequotes #quotesoftheday #quotesdaily #quotes #qotd … SpeakingBipolar … Give …
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Mental health and addiction are often seen as completely separate issues, but in reality they are closely related. For many people struggling with bipolar disorder, they are not only dealing with the symptoms of their mental health disorder, but also …
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How can you be a positive influence for those who know you? Keep fighting. Start every day with a positive mindset. Free 30 Days of Positivity email course. https://ed.gr/dw1az #speakingbipolar #lifequotes #quotesoftheday #quotesdaily #quotes #qotd … …
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This poem is about the introvert's struggle with being around people. It's written by an introvert for other introverts. Sometimes you need to be left alone and "peopling" can be too much on the hard days. Poem: I don’t want to people today I don’t …
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The past can be a scary thing. Mine is full of dark memories, both of awful things I did and horrendous things that were done to me. It’s natural to feel some shame and regret as you look back. But getting stuck there will hurt you. When I first started …
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Mental health issues, such as suicidal thoughts and bipolar disorder, can be incredibly difficult to cope with. It can be difficult to know how to manage and navigate these often overwhelming feelings. However, there are many strategies and resources …
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I don’t know. Why are we so afraid of those three little words? Do we think people will assume we’re stupid? Are we afraid they will stop loving us? Maybe it’s not always been this way, but more and more I see people who fear saying the words. They dread …
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We all have those moments where we start to doubt ourselves. That's when it's time to pull out your success list! This handy tool will help you keep the glass half-full and stay positive. Read on for tips on how to make your own success list. To read …
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It started with the speakers, and it all went downhill from there. I pulled up YouTube music on my office computer and clicked the play button and waited for the familiar beats. And waited. And waited. No music greeted me, nor the happy timbre of my …
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Living with a mental illness can be tough. These seven inspirational quotes will help you start your week off right and provide some perspective for the days ahead. Includes commentary to help you apply it to your life. To read this post, please click the …
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Imagine a friend gave you a 50-carat diamond. How would you feel? What would that brilliant rock mean to you? Would you simply toss it outside and forget about it? According to the website, The Diamond Pro, a one-carat diamond is worth $2,500-$18,000. …
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This post dives into what it's like living with bipolar disorder and a chronic illness. It gives readers an honest look at what a bad week can be like, while also providing tips on how to do better for themselves. If you're living with bipolar disorder or …
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“I’m indigent,” a client told me today. His shirt was in tatters from excessive wear, and the aroma following him was far from floral, but my heart went out to him. He had nothing, but was trying to do his best. “I can’t pay today,” he continued. "But I …
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Living with a chronic illness is hard. There are good days and bad days, and on the bad days it feels like everything is conspiring against you. But it's important to remember that those bad days don't define you. You're still more than your illness on …
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Few things are as satisfying as putting thoughts into words and sharing them with others. Writing can be a great way to express yourself, and it has been shown to be very beneficial for mental health. It can help you work through difficult emotions, deal …
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When you lose the love of your life, it can be hard to see a way forward. This story is about how bipolar disorder affected one man's grief and how he found the strength to start living again. If you're struggling with bipolar disorder and grief, this …
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I didn’t like her to start. She was my friend’s cousin, and although she was pretty, she wasn’t a temptation. She was too short, too quiet. As time passed, she made sure I knew she was interested by finding reasons to touch me, laughing at every stupid …
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There are a lot of misconceptions about bipolar disorder. This is what I wish I knew before my diagnosis. It's possible to live a happy and fulfilling life with bipolar disorder. You're not alone in this journey. There is hope. Link in bio. | … …
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Tell me about your walls. No, not the four surrounding the room where you are reading this story. Instead, I mean your bipolar walls, the ones you build to protect yourself and others. If you have bipolar disorder, you’re skilled at building walls. You …
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The mental illness bipolar disorder is often misrepresented in the media. In reality, it's a complex condition with two very different poles. This pin aims to clear up some common misconceptions and give you a better understanding of what speaking bipolar …
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Depressive cycles lasting more than a few days are the worst. It feels like the storm will never end. The darkness creeps in from every side. It’s a struggle to hold on to hope, no matter how hard you try. It’s vital to remember every trial has an …
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Bipolar disorder and ADHD are two mental illnesses that often occur together. Up to 60% of patients with bipolar disorder also have ADHD. If you or a loved one has bipolar disorder, it's important to be able to identify the symptoms of ADHD. This can help …
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I grew up in rural Wisconsin. Our home sat on eight acres, a grassy island surrounded by cows and cornfields. There were five outbuildings and a barn on the property, all fairly close to the house. Our parents gave us strict orders to stay out of all the …
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This post is about how I discovered that I had more courage than I realized. It tells the story of a time when my mental health was really bad and how despite everything, I found the strength to keep going. If you're struggling with bipolar disorder or …
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I write my newsletters a few days before I send them. I’m a subscriber to my list, so that way I can see when the email goes out. When it goes out, I read it again just to see what I think. I have to admit, the last one left me a little concerned. While I …
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Are you struggling with bipolar disorder? Do you find it hard to get started on anything, let alone the most dreaded task of the day? You're not alone. Check out this article for some helpful tips on how to start your day productively – by eating your …
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When the darkness seems too deep to swim in, you just have one task: find your way out. You will always find light, even if it’s hidden behind thick clouds. It’s even there in experiences that feel like total defeat. A positive outlook can help you …
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Maintaining a healthy diet is an important part of managing bipolar disorder. This post discusses some simple ways to improve your diet and eat well. To read this post, please click the link in my bio, and scroll down until you see this picture. Then …
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Have you ever been lost? In my early twenties, I owned a credit research company. It was my job to visit area courthouses to collect information on property sales, tax liens, and bankruptcies. This was in the early 1990s, before the internet and when most …
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