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HeyJude on Bipolar
Monday, November 22 2010
Most of us have learned many different skills that might help us deal better with our disorder. We've had exposure to many different styles of therapy and therapists, unique doctors, a miriad of classes and lectures, books, online info, all aimed at giving us the tools we need to live healthy lives.
Unresolved... Read more
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HeyJude on Bipolar
Saturday, November 20 2010
With the holidays upon us, it seems people are using Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights more and more every year. I jumped on the bandwagon and bought 4 strings of cute round LED mini-lights at Target, and hung them in my 3-seasons room. They are so beautiful and Soooooo bright blue. After 4 days I took them down and plan to... Read more
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HeyJude on Bipolar
Sunday, November 23 2008
At times, I maintain fairly good bipolar health, but during the winter months I often slip into depression for no particular reason. Depression can actually happen any time of the year with me, but it seems to occur most often after the holidays for approximately 2 months. I don't really believe it's situational.
When I'm... Read more
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HeyJude on Bipolar
Wednesday, November 05 2008
A few years ago, I was working as as advocate at a local CMHC here in my hometown. Probably one my most memorable experiences comes to mind. It had a strong impact on my life.
I'll call him Randy. He was a bipolar Plus Plus - not only was he bipolar, he dealt with anxiety. Plus he was in prison. Randy was about to... Read more
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HeyJude on Bipolar
Sunday, November 02 2008
My dog Tioga is very in tune with my illness. I think it's true of most domestic animals. He will be 12 in December. We have had him since he was 7 weeks old.
He is a chocolate labrador retriever.
We're not sure how much longer he will be around. He's had kidney failure - he suffers from arthritis, has a... Read more