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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Quake
Quake

First time post...my therapist wants me to reach out more, so here goes. Life isn't going so well lately and I'm feeling like it's dragging me behind a moving train. I'm doing all the things I'm supposed to do...taking my meds, doing therapy twice a week and soon to be 3 times a week, exercising pretty intensely 6 and sometimes 7 times a week (which is unheard of for me)-and stuff keeps coming up. I just started working on some old trauma, and it has really been kicking my butt. I don't know what else I can do but hang on for the ride. Just checking to see if there's anyone out there.

beckyp
beckyp
Welcome to the group. A lot of times once we start talking about the things that happened or are happening in our lives it is really hard to deal with. It's good you are getting so much therapy to help you deal with it. Do you journal? That always helped me and still does. (the kind where you write in a book with a pen). I wish you well.
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
Hi there. Therapy can take a toll on you when you start talking about tough things like trauma. What are some of your coping skills? Are you practicing goood self care? For me a hot shower with my favorite soap makes me feel better. Do you meditate or do breathing exercises? Those can help too.
Quake
Quake
I do journal-a lot! I also do meditation and deep breathing. Therapy is hard work, though, especially trauma therapy. Thanks to both of you for your quick replies. It helps to know there ARE people out there.
EliaJojo
EliaJojo
Hi, I'm new here, too. I'm sorry you're having a tough time. I also am trying to reach out for some support and the opportunity to talk it out. I hope you find what you need here. If you keep up all the work you're doing, I'm sure things will improve soon. Best wishes!
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Welcome to the board Quake..... Do you think that your meds are working as they should be or should you see your psychiatrist to assess them maybe??

I would be careful working too quickly with trauma therapy... If you don't feel ready to move on right now I would tell your therapist ... This should be at a speed that you're okay with

We have a good PTSD board on here if you'd like to take a peek..... Big hug.....xo
Quake
Quake
I'm actually not diving into the actually trauma therapy just yet...setting the stage so far, but flashbacks are still coming up. My Bipolar was in remission for about 30 years and just came back recently, maybe because of COVID (which I had back in April). Lots of stuff going on. I will check out the PTSD board too. Thanks!
SensitiveHoboLady
SensitiveHoboLady
Hi and welcome. I have been grateful for the community support here. I had a few really difficult years after a lapse and hospitalization where I finally starting uncovering the trauma and yes - it’s very difficult. After I’ve gotten through hard times and I’ve achieved stability again I have made this connecting part an important part of my treatment. Community support is what I get here and feel much stronger for it.

I hope you’ll find support here too.
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