When bipolar symptoms hit, it can feel overwhelming. If you live with bipolar disorder, what are your tried-and-true coping strategies? Drop them in the comments to help others who might be struggling.
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I don’t think I’m going to die by suicide. And that’s a really powerful feeling. Before, even during stable periods I was convinced eventually I’d die by suicide - it was a matter of when, not if. Now, I truly think I have it in my to live a full life outside of the hospital and suicide. I know I still get passive thoughts, but I also know how to manage them so much better. And my doctor during my last hospital stay gave life changing advice. I feel like this is truly the start of the rest of my life and I’m so excited 🫶🏻 #MentalHealth #BipolarDepression #Bipolar1 #Anxiety #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Depression #PTSD #Addiction
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I don’t think I’m going to die by suicide. And that’s a really powerful feeling. Before, even during stable periods I was convinced eventually I’d die by suicide - it was a matter of when, not if. Now, I truly think I have it in my to live a full life outside of the hospital and suicide. I know I still get passive thoughts, but I also know how to manage them so much better. And my doctor during my last hospital stay gave life changing advice. I feel like this is truly the start of the rest of my life and I’m so excited 🫶🏻 #MentalHealth #BipolarDepression #Bipolar1 #Anxiety #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Depression #PTSD #Addiction
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Sometimes life is overwhelming
and I get suicidal thoughts
then at times I feel okay
even though I’m not
My mind likes to play tricks on me
even at my best
by letting me be stable
’til I’m once again depressed
There are months where I feel normal
and totally at ease
until I feel unsafe again
it leaves me so unpleased
I just want to be normal
with a sick day or two to spare
but as the years go by
I get more and more scared
I worry it won’t happen
that I won’t recover
it terrifies me even more
that suicide’s my biggest lover
This is a break up poem
to move on with my life
because until I give up suicide
I’ll always live in strife
So while up until now
it’s been suicide and me
I’m letting go; saying goodbye
to finally be set free
#Depression #Anxiety #MentalHealth #Bipolar1 #BipolarDepression
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Sometimes life is overwhelming
and I get suicidal thoughts
then at times I feel okay
even though I’m not
My mind likes to play tricks on me
even at my best
by letting me be stable
’til I’m once again depressed
There are months where I feel normal
and totally at ease
until I feel unsafe again
it leaves me so unpleased
I just want to be normal
with a sick day or two to spare
but as the years go by
I get more and more scared
I worry it won’t happen
that I won’t recover
it terrifies me even more
that suicide’s my biggest lover
This is a break up poem
to move on with my life
because until I give up suicide
I’ll always live in strife
So while up until now
it’s been suicide and me
I’m letting go; saying goodbye
to finally be set free
#Depression #Anxiety #MentalHealth #Bipolar1 #BipolarDepression
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I have lots of missed messages from literally years ago, so I apologize if you reached out and I never replied. I plan to be more active on here again as I do miss this community. Stay tuned for poems soon and here’s a cute dog picture! #Bipolar1 #BipolarDepression
9 reactions I have lots of missed messages from literally years ago, so I apologize if you reached out and I never replied. I plan to be more active on here again as I do miss this community. Stay tuned for poems soon and here’s a cute dog picture! #Bipolar1 #BipolarDepression
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Grief plays a big role on my mental health. When I'm grieving I am not thinking of taking my medications, sleeping is non-existent, I forget to eat, my emotions are either really high or really low, I forget to shower, and I am either crying my eyes out or laughing.
I'm grieving today. Someone very close to me is moving today to another state. This person helped me get past my fear of leaving my narcissistic husband of 26 years, He stood beside me and made me for the first time feel important and special. I was so used to being told I was ugly, worthless and not good enough. This person allowed me to find out who I am and held my hand when I made my mistakes.
So today I'm telling on myself. I am allowing others to know I'm not myself! I am grieving the loss and as an addict in recovery and a person with bipolar I am in a sticky situation.
Today I choose to tell on myself that I'm triggered with thoughts of using and I feel my mental health is not so great. I'm vulnerable and I feel exposed. It's uncomfortable sitting here in my feelings.
However, today I have my tool box. Inside my tool box is like my 911 survival kit. I have checklists to identify, prioritize, and organize where I am lacking in all areas of my life. I have a bottle of shampoo to remind me about my hygiene. I have an apple (a fake one) to remind me to eat! I have friends numbers to call when I feel like using a substance. I have a notebook and pen to write down my emotions and feelitngs. And most important I have an empty medicine bottle to remind myself to take my medications. This is what helps me in my times of disfunction in my life.
Everyday is gonna be a battle. Some days more than others. I just know that I have to still take care of myself on a daily basis.
Hopefully this helps someone today! 🙂
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How did you feel when you received your diagnosis? 🤔💭
For some, it was a relief. For others, it brought on fear, frustration, or even confusion. Whether you felt validated, overwhelmed, or something else entirely, your experience matters. 💬
Share your thoughts below—how did your diagnosis make you feel? Let’s support each other in this journey. 💪✨
#BipolarDisorder #BipolarIIDisorder #Bipolar1 #Bipolar2 #BipolarDepression
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How did you feel when you received your diagnosis? 🤔💭
For some, it was a relief. For others, it brought on fear, frustration, or even confusion. Whether you felt validated, overwhelmed, or something else entirely, your experience matters. 💬
Share your thoughts below—how did your diagnosis make you feel? Let’s support each other in this journey. 💪✨
#BipolarDisorder #BipolarIIDisorder #Bipolar1 #Bipolar2 #BipolarDepression
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