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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misssassy1974
misssassy1974

Hello. I am new! I was diagnosed with bipolarI 12 years ago. I had problems before that but they couldn't figure out what was wrong. Currently I am unemployed and am looking for a job. I need something low stress. No multitasking for me and nothing fast paced. Any ideas? Thanks in advance!

Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Welcome to the board Sassy..... I'm glad that you found us..... Do you know what you'd like to do?.... .What interests you?
If you're able to see a life coach he/she may be able to help steer you in the right direction..... Big hug.....xo
beckyp
beckyp
I'm a cashier at Target. It can be fast paced at times, but it's pretty much mindless work. You just talk to the customers and ring up items. Maybe retail in a clothing store or something like that. I am on disability and only work part time. It was a real victory for me to be able to get this job and work. Good luck in finding something.
geo70
geo70
I would suggest starting with your local utilities, there can be some good paying low stress jobs there.
misssassy1974
misssassy1974
Thanks all! I did try to get disability but was denied. These suggestions help a lot. Thanks again!
chris138
chris138
Hello misssassy, I am also in the same boat (unemployed) and also looking for something well medium stress..or low stress.

Do you have a hobby? Maybe you can turn a hobby into a job? Work for yourself? Just a suggestion.
misssassy1974
misssassy1974
I don't really have any hobbies. I like taking care of people. Maybe I can be a personal shopper for people. That sounds fun. I'll have to look into that. Thanks for your response!
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
Hiya! I was in the same boat jobwise. Stay away from food service and retail. I did housekeeping for a nursing center, but you could just as well try a hotel. Also I work in childcare currently but I went to school for it. All is well :)
mlr0853
mlr0853
Hi Missy, one of the Best andM0st rewarding jobs I've ever had was to help seniors stay in their home. As a senior care provider the job is to use you to do what they are no longer able to do for themselves. The typical timeframe is 2hrs per client. you can choose how many clients to have and what days work in your life schedule....if you've been turned down for ssd, there is a lot of online help to re-submit...best of luck!
MoobbusT
MoobbusT
I have two family members looking at aged care career moves. Being an aged carer has a lot of rewards depending on your boss and clients, like everything. I too, wish you the best of luck. Welcome to DS!
misssassy1974
misssassy1974
Thank you!!
MayB
MayB
Hi,
I've been looking for a job with low stress for a long time. Seems hard to find such a job that also pays a living wage. The work place is rapidly changing....
misssassy1974
misssassy1974
For sure!
MayB
MayB
From what I see you are expected to do the job of two or three people for the salary of one. Stress.ess job? I don't think it's possible unless you run your own business but even then you'll be looking at long hours....reconsider SSDI and reapply.
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