Finding hope with bipolar disorder

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Life has been both a blessing and a curse. I have bipolar disorder and it often feels like more of a curse than anything else. Some days, I feel so low that it’s hard to find the motivation to show up in life, yet alone find hope.

But, then something shifts. A light bulb goes off inside my head. There is still some hope for a brighter future. It is possible to live with this disorder and still see a future filled with possibilities, joy, and light.

More recently, I’ve been working on self-education about mental health; learning about what triggers my episodes, which medications work best for me, and coping techniques to help manage my emotions - all of which has been incredibly empowering! Taking control of one’s own mental health has given me stability and the ability to take back power over myself - something I thought was impossible before.

I now know that while there may be times when symptoms can make life difficult, it doesn’t mean hope is lost forever. By taking small steps every day and continuing to try, hope starts to become more reachable than ever before!

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Hi there,

I understand the feeling of hopelessness that often comes with having bipolar disorder, as I’m sure many others can relate to. It can be incredibly discouraging on days when you just don’t have the energy and motivation to show up for life.

But I’m so glad to hear that you’ve been taking steps to learn more about your mental health - that’s a huge sign of courage and strength! I’m sure it must have been incredibly empowering to gain control of your own mental health and take back command of your situation.

When those days of feeling low come around, try not to get too caught up in the moment. Instead, reflect on how far you’ve come, all the progress you’ve made in managing and understanding your disorder, and be proud of yourself for how hard you’re putting in! The more we know about our mental health issues, the better able we are to be resilient in spite ancestral programming. That gives us a bright future filled with possibilities – like self-acceptance and joy.

Take good care!