Articles and blog posts relating to the treatment of bipolar disorder and finding balance.
Tips for aging: solidify your support system, focus on your overall health, keep stress at bay, maintain stability, and nurture your self-esteem. By Stephen Propst When I turned 50, I was shocked—but it wasn’t for the typical reasons. Given my battle with bipolar, I just didn’t think I’d live this long! Getting on in...
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After Kelley Thorpe Baker accepted her bipolar I diagnosis and made positive lifestyle changes, she became a successful life coach and a mental health activist. By Denise Mann If only Kelley Thorpe Baker had access to the tools and resources that she has created for others when she was first diagnosed with bipolar I...
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Adjusting to life with bipolar disorder comes with a sharp learning curve—but with the right tools, you can achieve stability. By Lynda Williams By the time I received my bipolar diagnosis, I had already spent several years under treatment for major depression. The treatment was yielding poor results, so the news was hardly...
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Dealing with mood swings requires many of the same skills necessary for navigating the railway system– patience, planning, and self-reliance. By: Stephen Propst I dislike long road trips, so I often take other forms of transportation. I’d rather be on bus, plane, or train than stuck in a car. On a recent Amtrak trip,...
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What do members of the ‘thrive tribe’—those with Bipolar who maintain healthy, fulfilling lifestyles—have in common? By Melody Moezzi In an effort to combat the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental health conditions, I’ve been writing and speaking publicly about my experiences with bipolar disorder for nearly a decade. In that time, I have encountered...
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Changing how we think about ourselves and how we react to situations can affect our feelings and when we affect our feelings that way, we can get better. Today I’m going to be talking to you about staying motivated with bipolar disorder. Now you might be saying to yourself, “Stay motivated? Yeah, I can...
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When self-sabotaging behavior joins the mix of bipolar disorder, new challenges can support self-defeating tendencies; here’s how to get out of your own way: By Robin L. Flanigan Like it or not, as humans, we have a tendency to get in our own way. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, we can set up all...
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There are many challenges associated with living with bipolar disorder, however as one gets older it is possible to gain insight into what can best work to develop a healthy pattern of living. I’ve been living with bipolar since the age of 18 which means that I’ve been having this condition for 37 years....
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The start of a new year means a fresh start for wellness! Starting small can help you with tackling your goals for 2018 and beyond. By Susie Johnson A New Year is here with its promise of possibilities! I am a firm believer in New Year’s resolutions. Yes, I am also aware that...
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When it comes to living with bipolar disorder, many people feel like they have no choice, especially when one’s actions have caused damage to themselves or someone else. But the truth is, we all have choices, no matter how big or how small. By Karl Shallowhorn “If you choose not to decide, you still...
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