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.
Ok, I've been feeling alot better, more energy, bopping around getting lost of things done around the house, going for walks and hikes, working out in the garden, painting, etc.
Though, can I honestly say THAT is doing better??
When being productive is compared to suicidal depression, sure I can say I'm doing better, obviously, because I just said(wrote) it.
I am enjoying that place where I am at now, I deserve it too. BUT
What the hell should I be doing to prepare, so to speak, for a downturn?? I do nothing but bounce around feeling good, getting chores accomplished, as if I don't have too many worries in the world ya know?? Any suggestions??
Just FYI: I can only read in small increments because I am on the elated side, and my meds are keeping me from being able to sit for too long. The pdoc knows. This is just how it's going to be for me, this is my "well".
Though, can I honestly say THAT is doing better??
When being productive is compared to suicidal depression, sure I can say I'm doing better, obviously, because I just said(wrote) it.
I am enjoying that place where I am at now, I deserve it too. BUT
What the hell should I be doing to prepare, so to speak, for a downturn?? I do nothing but bounce around feeling good, getting chores accomplished, as if I don't have too many worries in the world ya know?? Any suggestions??
Just FYI: I can only read in small increments because I am on the elated side, and my meds are keeping me from being able to sit for too long. The pdoc knows. This is just how it's going to be for me, this is my "well".
It probably does more harm than good to obsess about a slide though most of us will do it to some extent.
Don't worry about later, mainly because you sound Normal, and not hysterical, or manic or anything. :)
Worrying will only Encourage a downturn. Live in the moment, I say, and tomorrow will still be there...tomorrow.
:):)
I'm keeping a mood diary, staying active in positive ways, not doing things that can get me into trouble. Though I've isolated so much I have noone to get into trouble with! Sigh.....lol
Do you guys continue to go to therapy when you're in a good place?? I tend to blow it off and when the shit hits the fan go running back with my tail tucked between my legs.
lol (she said, nervously)
thank you so much, I look forward to checking it out.....
looking it up now.....ooxx
going, hang in there....luv ya.
Also agree with keeping routine, I've found eating healthy and exercising has kept me 'well' for longer