bipolar stability…. even steven…

I am going through an odd phase right now- I’m stable!

It’s odd because it’s very rare for me to be stable a few days in a row. I am very thankful. There are a few things I’ve done to help this stability show up:

Turned off the news- in all forms. I’m created my own stimulus package by changing my ways. I am doing my part to reduce our trillion gazillion deficit!

I go to bed,alone,at home very early every night so that I can read inspirational books such as the Attractor Factor by Joe Vitale and Think and Go Rich by Napoleon Hill. It’s not excatly a big party,but I wake up with energy and a clear mind.

I was finally honest with a dear friend who has become so negative and unhappy that I can no longer listen to her problems. I hope that we [ Read More ]





Bipolar Disorder and Staying Well:Going to a Funeral

Julie,

How about that same thought process for (of all things) funerals. I find that they really bother me. Not in the usual way that funerals do. We all grieve and are sad at someone’s passing but with BiPolar,I seem to fall further down the slope than many and it takes weeks if not months to recover. It matters not if the funeral is family/friend/whoever…..They say you are not respectful if you don’t go honor someone at their funeral (in the south anyway) How can this be handled in a good way for those of us emotional unstable at such a time as this? Thanks…I love all your materials! sincerely,

debbie

Hi Debbie,

People with bipolar disorder usually feel things about double than the non bipolar population. This is why we get so overwhelmed so easily! I actually have a dear friend with bipolar I – Sherri –who just asked me the [ Read More ]





Bipolar Disorder and Work:I’m unsure what to do,but I will do something anyway!

Working will show you the way!

I’m almost done with my latest book proposal. It got sidelined when I got so sick in January. There are times when I truly can’t work because of the bipolar disorder- but I can usually get through it and finish my work. Now it’s time to get it done.

I always write in my books that you don’t have to want to do something to get it done. It’s true! But I have found out something else as well- even if you’re confused about the next step of a project- even when you feel overwhelmed and that you can’t do it! – sitting down and starting the work actually tells you the direction you need to take.

This is what I’m going through today. This is a very difficult project- by far my most difficult book- and I just feel like watching a DVD and forgetting about it all. [ Read More ]





Bipolar Disorder and Medication Side Effects

Oh the itching! If you follow this blog you know that I tried generic Lamictal for my bipolar disorder and then had to go back on brand Lamictal. Well! Since there were little meds in my system,I’m having major side effects from going back on the Lamictal!

I itch! I really itch! And it’s not the rash that comes with the drug. It’s internal like little squiggly creatures are crawling under my skin. It’s like they are amped up on caffeine! They itch.

I also have neck issues that make it difficult to find a comfortable place for my head when I try to sleep!

These are normal side effects and will go away. I was talking with a friend last night and we agreed that it’s such a fine balance between the side effects and the efficacy of the meds! For me,these side effects are uncomfortable,but definitely worth [ Read More ]





Posted on February 23rd,2009 | Category:Lamictal,Medications

Media Fast for Mental Health Happiness

There are some very popular books on the market that suggest taking a media break- one is 8 Weeks to Optimal Health by Dr. Andrew Weil and the other is The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron.  I have taken media breaks many times over the past 14 years –for a long time I didn’t have a television.

I’m starting one today. The news is just too histrionic for me right now. It focuses on what we don’t have instead of all that is going well with this country. Yes,many of us are struggling financially. As I mentioned before,I’ve taken a huge hit to my monthly income. So I’m sitting down and doing something about it. Every day in every way! Even when the depression hits.

Many people are prospering because of this economy! Discount stores,amazon.com,writers who preach fiscal responsibility! People are driving their cars,going to restaurants and movies and [ Read More ]





Bipolar Disorder and Romantic…. Love…ah….

Romantic Loneliness

I am listening to a beautiful song by John Legend as I write this. I also just read an email from a great guy who talked about going to bed alone again. I believe that all of us long for love!

I know that I do. When a person gets depressed and doesn’t have the love of a partner,it can be tough- that is for sure!

I made a decision to be celibate for 2008. I did it. I am doing it again in 2009. This is an odd decision for an extreme extrovert who loves being with people- especially men! But it’s a decision I had to make. I’ve been in relationships for all of my adult life. A few years ago after some really poor relationship choices- many born of naiveté – I just wanted a break. If you read my work regularly,you know that I am [ Read More ]





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