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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wife sees me depressed

nobody666
nobody666
my wife noticed or at least pointed out this morning that i've been down lately. she always sees when i'm down and not getting much done i think she likes me manic as much as i do.

she is worried i will spend too much money but i dont feel like getting out to spend any. i want to get back up again. i dont see my pdoc until the 19th so i cant really adjust my meds enough to get back up again.

i want to do something significant today to make me feel like i can turn it around but i don't know if i can get motivated enough. any body know any shortcuts to getting manic again?
deleted_user
deleted_user
act like a kid.laugh as much as possible
deleted_user
deleted_user
Yes, I know a shortcut. Find something uplifting and read it through really fast a few times.

Good Luck!
deleted_user
deleted_user
have a cool shower, get dressed and go outside to do something in the fresh air, some yard work maybe? or something that you enjoy that consists of being out doors in the sun and fresh air, the sun will lift your spirits, it has natural endorphins
deleted_user
deleted_user
I'm having the same problem. I gotta get a job..maybe try energy drinks? and a walk. I feel bad giving advice I can't take right now..but eh..lol
Sometimes maybe just being down and allowing yourself the time is enough..I usually feel better the next day. At least enough to do something significant. Not really a 'shortcut'.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Dance, you don't want to but do it anyway, jump on the bed if possible.

THIS is a great track for silly dancing!
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=8Q7FFjUpVLg
nobody666
nobody666
cleo girl i like your idea but its mixed rain and snow today all i can think of doing really is taking my first shower in three months and shaving this four week old beard that has been growing wild on my face
deleted_user
deleted_user
The only way for me to get out of depression is to stop my meds as they won't give me ant-depressants. So, I go high, then I deal with that till the meds bring me back down and I stop again and start again. Its always a balance I have learned how to do this. I don't reccomend this for you!!!!

I don't EVER over spend I issue is and always has been with sex. So, as long as I am not working and going out with friends I am fine!!!

Sorry wish I could help you more!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Maybe you should try the silly dancing. That link was GREAT! Thanks Frazer! :P