Hello, I started my day depressed and at this time i am somewhat going through a manic episode. I am just so frustrated right now with how rapidly my moods are always changing. Today i would say that it has changed back and forth, up and down every 10 to 15 minutes and it is just getting very difficult to handle. Then there is going to school and working. I'm not involved with either one but that doesnt mean I dont want to be. The part i dont like is when i see people i know and i'm asked the same questions everytime, Do i work? Go to school? Drive?.....These questions were asked just a few minutes ago and I just dont know what to say anymore. I'm tired of having to explain myself. So, what kind of response could you maybe suggest for me? Some friends say i'm living the life not having to do anything. I don't think so.....
I would just say you keep busy doing things around the house. If you really do want to do something maybe you could try doing some volunteer work for people like us living with Bipolar Disorder. I know how frustrasting that must be for you and I feel for you!!! It is NOT the life to be home paralyzed by your illness. So when your friends say they are jealous of you just tell them you would rather be doing what they are doing. Do you have any craft talent? Maybe making crafts and giving them to people in the hospital or VA hospitals or nursing homes might be a fun way to spend your time and give you a feeling of accomplishment and an answer to those who constantly ask what you do!!! Good luck