In current times mental health information has become more visible and accessible to many of us. People are starting to learn a lot about a certain diagnosis or term, which can be really useful. Unfortunately, partly due to several popular TV shows, movies, songs, and…
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100 Alternatives to Self-Harm
Trigger Warning Please share this post! It could really help someone in need and you never know who is suffering in silence. Note: If you are at risk please call a crisis line and reach out to your loved ones. If you self-harm please start…
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Just Venting – Might Delete It
I have started this post so many times I’ve lost count. My heart was guiding me to write it because I know I’m not alone, but there was also a part of me that was worried about what others might think and I don’t like…
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Bipolar Depression and Coping with Mistakes
When I make a mistake while experiencing bipolar depression, I beat myself up like none other. I get so angry with myself and obsess over any tiny, perceived mistake I make. Bipolar depression (and depression, in general) is brutal for that. As we all make them, we need to…
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Hypersexuality in Bipolar Disorder
Warning, The following is for mature audiences only… Hypersexuality is a topic that makes many people uncomfortable. Heck, mention sex, and everyone starts to fidget in their seats. You know what I’m talking about, right? I do not know where the aversion to talking about…
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Having a Mental Illness Is Not Your Fault
Bipolar disorder is not your fault. Schizophrenia is not your fault. Depression is not your fault. You did nothing to deserve a mental illness. You are a good person and being sick does not affect that. Mental illness landed on you and started eating away…