Outside / Inside
Being bipolar has its ups and downs. For most of my life I’ve concealed the downs, presenting what I thought
Category: Lived experience
Early Early Morning Leaves
Back in February and March 2021 when I was recovering from a pretty deep manic episode with a lot of
Every Little Bit Hurts
A chapter from the book I’m working on describing my immense, insurmountable and endless depression. Every Little Bit HurtsEvery little
Clem’s story
I got kicked out of the dorms during my first try at college for telling my roommate that I’m bipolar.
Responses to Trauma, Re: Self-Sabotage
TW: This post is going to talk about self-harm and self-sabotage. There will be a brief mention, in the beginning,
The Switch Flipped
Just like that it clicked. The switch was flipped and I’m awake. Fully rebooted as a human being, focused and
The Importance Of Psychosis
Two years ago in September one of my oldest and best friends committed suicide and died instantly. She lived in
Why I Don’t Strive For Stability
In my experience, the word stability gets thrown around a lot as something to strive for. However, is it fair
Is This Mania ?
Breathing air that seemingly becomes so fresh Working endlessly on a project that determines my worth. Going hours without eating
Anxiety Shopping
She’s in the grocery store pushing her cart; the territory is familiar. The aisles seem tighter than usual and she