Mania

Hi, my name is WorthWonderWellness. I'm here to share my recovery from Bi Polar 1 in the 80s. I had my first life changing episode in 1983, was diagnosed in 1984 and spent the next 4 years trying and learning all I could to restore my balance. I had 3 scary hospitalizations on the psyche ward and a number of jarring mixed episodes that could have qualified for hospitalization. However by 1989 I healed from my bipolar symptoms and behaviors. I took medication until 1987 but there wasn't nearly as much available back then and my side effects were severe. Thankfully even though there were some setbacks back then, I was able to replace medication and dozens of bad habits, with good sleep routines, exercise, eating well, journaling, counseling support, 12 step Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families support groups, and rebuilding my faith life. I had been a text book case in the 80s: Age of onset - 19, family history of alcoholism and mental illness, high achiever - but I believe more than having a "genetic time bomb in my brain set to go off at age 19" as my first psychiatrist explained, I had inherited chaotic life circumstances, anxiety, depression and unhealthy coping skills from my parents that needed to be unlearned and replaced with dozens of positive healthy routines. I don't blame my parents at all. They were loving, caring and gave me much more in childhood than they had received in their traumatic upbringings. But their divorce, remarriages, custody battles and alcohol abuse made my teen years chaotic and confusing. Still they were supportive as they had the capacity to be and we stayed close until they each passed away. I didn't know addressing the hurts of my painful past and making all those lifestyle changes would heal me, I was just trying to find peace, balance and happiness. What I found was that as I overhauled my lifestyle and thought life, I was no longer called to the fuzzy wonderland of mania when i was under stress, nor did I land in the murky bleakness of depression when life was being difficult. Positive daily habits keep my stress levels in check so that my unique bipolar chemistry does not get activated. Now that I am getting close to retirement age, I'd really like to help others with the stories, lessons, experiences and techniques that keep me well. I've got a full and wonderful life, happily married for 35 years with four awesome sons, three lovely daughters-in-law, a new grandbaby, successful business and many great friends. During my 20s I often doubted any of that was possible. Thanks for listening!
#MightyTogether #BipolarDisorder

I’ve come a long way on my mental health journey and am currently working as a peer support specialist at a crisis center but oftentimes I feel like I have imposter syndrome as I’m still constantly working on myself to maintain my stability. I’m so afraid that one day I’m going to fall back into a pit of depression or mania and will no longer be able to do my job well. I love what I do and am good at it but even though I’m the most stable I have ever been sometimes I wonder if I’m even qualified. #ImposterSyndrome #Bipolar #MentalHealth #BipolarDepression

Hi! I have confirmed CNS lupus (for details check my profile it’s just too much typing). I’m actually being made a case study. And i’m searching all over the internet trying to find another confirmed case of CNS lupus, from FB groups, to subreddits, to other specific forums so far no luck only people who think they have it (but if you did trust me you’d know- you have a psychotic break, mania, seizures, strokes, paranoia, auditory hallucinations). I’m just hoping maybe here i’ll get my lucky break and find the other CNS Lupus person trying to find me.

Hi, my name is StormyDragon5044. I'm here because my ex-husband has bipolar disorder, and there were times when he didn’t take his medication. During those periods, he experienced manic episodes, which included impulsive, unpredictable, and sometimes hurtful behavior. These episodes were very stressful for me and triggered my anxiety, making it hard to feel safe or secure in our relationship.

#MightyTogether #Anxiety #Depression #PTSD

What Is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar Disorder is a mental health condition that is characterized by extreme shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels, ranging from manic highs to depressive lows. On the other hand, symptoms of Bipolar Disorder include elevated energy, irritability, and risky behavior during manic episodes, and sadness, fatigue, and a loss of interest in activities during depressive episodes. Last but not least, Bipolar Disorder is manageable with ongoing treatment, which often includes medication, therapy, or a combination of both.