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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beckyp
beckyp
I just wanted to let everyone know that after being out of work and on disability for 10 yrs I am working parttime at Target cashiering. I've worked 3 days and so far so good. It is humbling because I used to have a successful career in the medical field, but that's ok, I'm enjoying being around people again since I've isolated myself so much in the past. I'm still on SSd and plan to stay on it. Thanks for listening.
silentnight
silentnight
Congratulations! thats an amazing achievement after 10 years I so wish I could do the same. Continued success to you Beckyp :)
deleted_user
deleted_user
Good for you!

I lost my job nearly two years ago because of emotional distress. I am a teacher, and it was a very traumatic experience for me. Now, despite my degree, I am working for next to nothing with toddlers.

It's been a very humbling experience for me as well, but because I'm over-qualified I excel and am highly appreciated at work. Truthfully, it's what I need for right now :)

I think it is commendable of you to push yourself to step outside of your comfort zone.
deleted_user
deleted_user
i find work help ful i had to change careers to but the social aspect helps it is a good thing a little more money and so time out of the house you may find being can be pushy but dont let them get you down you will me good people to hope things work out and keep the postive side in mind
Cammiecat
Cammiecat
Whooot! Whoot! Congratulations! I hope it all goes well for you.
heretic
heretic
Congrats
TexasMade
TexasMade
That's great news I hope everything works out for you!
beckyp
beckyp
Thanks everyone.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hey thats really great congrats! Once i get my meds right i hope to start working again, until then i've applied for disability. My manic episodes were just to much and i lost my job. I'm pretty isolated right now myself. Great post, it gives me hope that i'll get out of this hell im in cause right now the depression and mania has taken over my life.
peanutsandcheese
peanutsandcheese
That's such an amazing step forward , well done you !!!!. Its often not about what we can do or are qualified to do its about doing what is good and right for us. I have done this in the past and it has helped me enormously . Well done again you are an inspiration !!!
TiredLittleTanager
TiredLittleTanager
Fook yeah!!! Congrats, cheers, and hurrahz!!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
good for you. Congrats.
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