Bipolar Disorder Support Group

Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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kaylab
kaylab

I was diagnosed 2 years ago in August with Bipolar Disorder.. this road has not been easy. There have been many doctor visits, psych and therapy visits, many almost broken hands, tears (lots of those). Im exhausted, but I've been trying to step back a bit... re-evaluate things, I'm not happy. I think a lot of it has to do with my diet, my weight, and lack of exercise. I'm a full time college student and I work full time. My sleep schedule is up and down, my caffeine intake is high. I know I need to do better it's just hard. 

I battle everyday with my mental health. I'm trying my best, but lately I've been defeated. 


im doing research currently on different diet options.



send positive vibes my way guys ): 



-kayla

JudicatorPrime
JudicatorPrime
Sending supportive vibes your way! Bipolar is brutal, especially when you are first trying to get things back to some semblance of "normal" whatever that is. But you are strong. You are taking steps to make yourself happier and healthier. You are more powerful than you give your self credit for. You can do this! I'm rooting for you!
SensitiveHoboLady
SensitiveHoboLady
Sending positive vibes indeed! I think you’ve probably gained a lot of awareness and that is worth so much! Keep going, no matter what!
RbT
RbT
Sending you positive vibes. I admire you for accomplishing so much daily. I sure it's not easy. Try to give yourself more credit for being so productive in the middle of having bipolar. Working full time alone is a big challenge. I wish you all the luck in the world in your endeavors.
SayYestoLife
SayYestoLife
You do a ton! I couldn’t imagine doing everything you do and keeping sane. I just take part time classes at my college online and yet I struggle to keep positive. I am finding things that make me happy though and things to look forward to. I’m also struggling a little to keep hope up. But you know what? We can do it!!!! I’m sure you have a bright future ahead! Hard work pays off. But one thing I’ve learned is you have to take care of yourself. Make some time to self care whatever that means for you. A bubble bath, your favorite show, taking a walk, working out a bit, finding new hobbies, spending time with your kids, finding new activities…. Whatever it may be! Make time for it! Let’s all try to smile today. We deserve to be happy.
Bobby5000
Bobby5000
Just stopped her, but I notice, what nice people. Good luck to everyone.
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Big hug for you Kaylab...... Bravo to you!!!... You have a lot on your plate.... Please know that we have a treatable disorder and hang onto that

It took me a long time to find my 'normal' place as well but you will

I would try and reign yourself into a day or an hour or even a moment at a time for now.... Knowing that you'll be okay for the next half hour or hour is an achievement

Another big hug and a blessing.... xo
MoobbusT
MoobbusT
Happy to share :-D Good speakers, earphones or headset and the vibes from these sounds and this scenery help me find the peaceful place inside where I want to be...

Relaxing Music - Flute, Gentle Birds and Rainforest Sound
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQtfnPTlFFE
MayB
MayB
Hi Kaylab,

I hear you! Being a full time student is not without a lot of wear and tear on the body! Sitting and doing all the studying isn't easy. I know I got a BA in 2011. I found that if I took breaks to do a quick mile walk it helped me...

A reasonable diet? Ugh! Shopping, planning, cooking etc. This is a time when having a full time personal assistant would come in handy wouldn't it?

Best thing I ever did was buy a small wide mouth thermos so I could take a hot meal with me where ever I went. The food choices available to me were not exactly healthy...

I also set out my yoga mat next to my computer as a reminder to stretch once in a while! You are doing something very courageous!
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