I’m sitting here at my desk writing my column for BP Magazine. The topic is great- the length requirement is great. I have been writing these columns for years and usually enjoy the process. Today, things are tough. My anxiety is just hitting me from all sides! I feel it in my body- my brain [...]
Bipolar anxiety is really common when you’re depressed- and a large part of dysphoric mania where depression and mania are combined.
But there is also just plain old anxiety that visits on its own. I call this free form anxiety as it just sort of floats around and comes in and out in waves. When this [...]
I believe that I have to practice what I teach.
Every once in a while, I will try something new and think- oh, that’s such a great idea! It will be fun and will help my business. So, I started a FACEBOOK account. Well, if you read this blog a lot, I am sure you know [...]
Here is a long blog… it was a long day!
I lost an entire day today. That has not happened in a while. I’ve been traveling to see friends and for the most part, I’ve had a wonderful time. I was able to work with my friend Lorraine as we are both writers. When Lorraine went [...]
I just received the following comment on the blog:
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I am unable to stop focusing on the economic situation. I can’t seem to stop worrying about the future and this is just feeding into my triggers. If anyone has a good suggestion about this, I would appreciate it.
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Wow, most of us can commiserate with this! I [...]
More About Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Six characteristics of OCD
1. Overestimation of Risk
2. Excessive feelings of responsibility
3. Controllability
4. Overimportance of thoughts
5. Intolerance of ambiguity
6. Perfectionism
People with bipolar disorder may share some of these characteristics. I certainly deal with 3, 4 and 5 regularly!
Julie
Most people with bipolar disorder experience anxiety symptoms. I recomend the book: The Idiot’s Guide to Controlling Anxiety by John Johnston.
I learned SO much from this book.
Did you know there are seven forms of anxiety inluding general anxiety and OCD!
This book is good for a general audience as it can help explain your [...]
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