"Make your life spectacular. I know I did."
Robin Williams: 5 Years Later
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Bipolar Mania #LionKing
The manic phase may last from days to months. It can include the following symptoms: Easily distracted Little need for sleep Poor judgement Poor temper control Reckless behavior and lack of self control: binge eating, drinking and/or drug use; poor judgement; promiscuity; spending sprees Very elevated [...]
Sunny vs. Dark Hypomania: #Tangled
There are two types of hypomania: sunny and dark. Features of "sunny hypomania" include: More plans and ideas Happy, euphoric Faster thoughts, more jokes Laughter, good humored Motivated There is also a "dark hypomania", when the excessive energy combines with depressive symptoms, irritability and anxiety. Features of "dark hypomania" [...]
Spring Mania: #Tangled
Apparently, the transitional seasons of fall and spring are typically hard times for bipolar patients... depressing times. Not for me. In fact, I'm QUITE the opposite of depressed. Hypomanic... or even manic... I tend to start many little projects, or develop new hobbies. My confidence grows. I can [...]
32 Thoughts While Using Dating Apps #Brave #Tangled
Should I even...? 2. No... I really don't need this... right?... 3. WHAT IF I AM FOREVER ALONE?? FOREVER. AND. EVER. AND. EVER??! 4. What if this is the NEW MODERN WAY to find romance and I'M MISSING OUT??! & could live happily ever [...]
Once Upon a Time, I Kissed a Frog.
When I was younger, I was OPTIMISTIC about my future. I mean... REALLY FREAKING HAPPY 'BOUT IT. Like... ECSTATIC TO BE AN ADULT & LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER. THE END. BUT, life is NOT like that... The struggle is not one evil queen or magical man. The struggle is not fought once and then [...]
Wish List. #Disney
What I want in life: This... an adorable puppy. Omg. Yes, please. 2. A really, really good cry... and a hug. Not cry TOO much, though... 3. Stress management & self-care... learn HOW to RELAXXX... 4. A "don't give up" attitude, despite everything. 5. Some wisdom & wonderful advice. [...]
Hi, I’m Bipolar! You are…? #InsideOut
Inside Out. That is how I feel... as if my emotions are battling with each other for control over my mind... like joy, sadness, anger and disgust are all fighting for exclusive control... Well, I've had enough. I'm taking control, now. Bipolar will have to take a step BACK, because this is MY mind, [...]
Psych Ward Facts: Mulan Style
Hospital showers can be freezing. FREEZING. Nurses may flood your room with light every 15 minutes... as you attempt to sleep... then act frustrated/confused the next morning over your lack of sleep... sigh... Sometimes, you want a BREAK from people. Just a little break... but you are CONFINED TO THE PSYCHIATRIC FLOOR. [...]
Elsa understands my pain… and how hard it can be to ‘let it go’…
Tell someone that they should be ashamed of themselves... that they are monsters, that they are sick, that they are broken, and eventually they will believe it... They may even change... & turn into someone that they cannot even recognize... The pain is overwhelming & isolation only makes it [...]
