Bipolar Family: Renewed Desire to Write About Mental Health

Friday, March 22, 2013

Renewed Desire to Write About Mental Health

In speaking with a friend today, I have a renewed desire to share my thoughts and experiences in dealing with mental health issues.

Look for rainbows, Rainbow over Loch Leven

Look for rainbows when there's rain.

It is my hope that by writing and sharing my experiences that I can help somebody find some comfort in facing the struggles of severe mood swings. Another favorable outcome would be to help a family member, or a friend understand their loved one who faces the challenges of severe mood swings or depression.

Like so many things in life, dealing with severe mood swings is challenging. Recently, another friend described how he viewed the experience of facing severe challenges. He said, "Everything in life is a gift. Just some of it comes in some pretty crappy wrapping paper."

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About Me:

Like a lot of people with bipolar challenges (I really don't like the term disorder), my mood swings began to manifest in my late teen years.
I am now in my mid-40's, so I've had quite a history of facing the associated challenges.
Like so many things in life, dealing with severe mood swings is challenging. Recently, a friend described how he viewed facing severe challenges. He said, "Everything in life is a blessing. Just some of it comes in some pretty crappy wrapping paper."
So, I've had quite a bit of experience in dealing with gifts related to severe mood swings. This blog is a place where I will share my experiences. Hopefully, some of those who read it will find it helpful, either providing a glimpse into what it is like to face the challenges of a brain that works differently than average (whatever that may mean).