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Recovery from 18 years of untreated Bipolar Type 2

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Love letter to myself

Dear Carrie, Thank you for the long, relaxing bath by candlelight and music; I know your anxiety was feeling overwhelming tonight. You're so stressed after not working for 3 years, you doubt yourself and your natural initiative. Thank you for putting in the time and money to renew your Pharmacy Tech license. I know you … Continue reading Love letter to myself →

Carrie self love 1 Comment January 25, 2019January 25, 2019

Pressing snooze on dying

I came out of another 24-hour sleep coma this early morning. I took my missed pills, refreshed my cats' water, and poured food into their empty bowls. I bid good riddance to Tegretol and started Lamictal the other night. I know I have to titrate the dosage up slowly but I do wish I could … Continue reading Pressing snooze on dying →

Carrie Uncategorized 3 Comments May 25, 2018May 25, 2018

Be your own advocate

Despite my sleep still having no schedule, as this will be no easy fix, I am proud I've managed to stay adherent twice a day for 3 weeks now with the new mood stabilizer. I will be going to get my blood work done this Thursday so that when I see my psychiatrist the following … Continue reading Be your own advocate →

Carrie Uncategorized Leave a comment May 7, 2018

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DAILY SELF-CARE FOR BIPOLAR DISORDER

  • Taking prescribed medication on time, every day
  • Scheduling and meeting all doctor appointments
  • Avoiding toxic friends and relationships
  • Minimizing stress
  • Spending time with pets or visiting a shelter
  • Getting restful sleep
  • Using essential oils and candles
  • Making mindful food choices
  • Avoiding drugs and alcohol and too much caffeine
  • Sticking to a budget
  • Minimizing clutter
  • RSVPing to events on Meetup
  • Attending an art class
  • Going to a support group on a regular basis
  • Mapping out travel destination and time beforehand
  • Browsing a library or bookstore
  • Coloring in a coloring book
  • Journaling or writing poetry
  • Swimming in the ocean or pool
  • Taking a hot shower or preparing a bubble bath
  • Calling a trusted friend or family member
  • Cleaning one’s room or house
  • Getting a professional massage
  • Utilizing grounding techniques (root chakra)

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Carrie Fisher (1956 – 2016)

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Vivien Leigh (1913 – 1967)

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Resources

  • Best Bipolar Apps
  • BetterHelp – Counseling Online
  • bp Magazine
  • Celebrities with Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
  • Find a Therapist
  • National Alliance on Mental Illness: Bipolar Disorder
  • National Institute of Mental Health: Bipolar Disorder
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  • The Mental Illness Happy Hour podcast
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