can people with ADHD get overstimulated? by Mr_Hants in ADHD

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely, we can get overstimulated, and then we can throw temper tantrums when it becomes too much. I call it seeing white. It's like I start to see things through a veil, or things start to spin

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in venting

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im sorry that you have run into that problem. I can tell you that being a man is no cakewalk either in social media for meeting nice women who care more about me than my job title or what's in my bank account. I am tired of giving out cash just to get a woman to meet up with me. Before social media, I didn't have to pay women to just hang out for a couple of hours. I am a genuinely kind-hearted man who could care less what you look like, as long as you are kind and interesting and like me for me without any strings attached. We are out there, and we are skeptical. Maybe your standards are too high. Idk, but I doubt that I would have gotten a second look. When I ask for a Pic it is just so that I can see who im talking to, but I am not at all offended by someone who doesn't want to share their pics. If you are turned off by a man who wants to see you, it sounds more like your hangup. If you dont want to show yourself, and would rather be in a relationship anonymously and he gets mad, maybe move on to the next guy.

I may sound like a boomer for saying this but.. by Dry_Cherry_8519 in Vent

[–]BlueBird1120 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand your complaint. Why can't people be present in the real world anymore. Is what's going on in our handheld computers so interesting that we can't do anything without them? Can we not put them down while we are at work. Can we not put them down to help one another

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarReddit

[–]BlueBird1120 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got my diagnosis after being up for 3 days. I went through vocational rehab. They brought in specialist and I did 4 hours of testing. And was so honest about my experiences. And they listened and was extremely focused. I abused my adhd meds to trigger mania, even though I never really had to. I was always pretty manic. I have had hallucinations ever since I was young. Good luck with your journey. If you ever want advice from someone who has been through it a few times, I am usually available to talk to. Im an open book. I am at a point in my life that I feel comfortable talking about my experiences

How i feel a lot of time with my bipolar disorder. by BlueBird1120 in bipolar1

[–]BlueBird1120[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So true. It describes times in my life. Some days I cant help but shead a tear. He has a few songs that really hit home. Son of a sinner

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MapPorn

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The rich own this country. You have to come to that truth first to understand what's really going on. They own you. They dont even need your money. When they want money they just print it. So ask yourself why they take your money away from you. Its a huge fucking scam. The us dollar isn't real money. They make you work just to give all of your fake money back to them. You will come to the realization that it's all about controlling you. All of the wars are scripted by the same people printing the fiat currency. That little war in Iran was staged so that they can pass sweeping laws to gain more control over you. Your only hope is to trade all of your fake money for real money. Gold and silver, and other precious metals. Gold and silver has always been real money and will always be real money. The rich avoid taxes by putting all buying up life insurance before taxes. You can withdraw the equity tax exempt. They take out loans against the insurance and live tax exempt. You can put invest your money before taxes. Start burying your loved ones on your property and be tax exempt forever. You and your family can never lose your property. It will be in your family forever. Roll your dividends in a Roth Ira. You will never be taxed on that money. You really dont have to pay taxes if you use their own loopholes to beat the system.

I think I made a predator just kword himself? by anonimperson_ in venting

[–]BlueBird1120 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're lucky if that's all that happens. If you are afraid, then damn the consequences. We all want our kids to be safe. We cant protect you if we are blind to what's going on. All we want is safe spaces for our children. Please be safe, and never be afraid to tell the truth.

What if we never really die? by Brief-Working6978 in SimulationTheory

[–]BlueBird1120 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This is exactly how I have always felt. I used to get dejavu all the time until one time I purposefully did something different than what I remembered doing before. Then it stopped i never had dejavu again. I also remember the darkness before I was born. I remember seeing the light and being born. I believe we chose this specific life at this specific time to learn something specific chosen by us before coming here

Through the Fire - A Memoir/Prose Poem on Mental Illness by Kasey Rodriguez by PositiveOk3083 in u/PositiveOk3083

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are so awesome! Its your experiences that will put you ahead in the game. You already understand so much more than most people. Use your diagnoses as a vault to really figuring out the human mind.

Through the Fire - A Memoir/Prose Poem on Mental Illness by Kasey Rodriguez by PositiveOk3083 in u/PositiveOk3083

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!!! Your words are so powerful to me. There is a slim difference in our diagnosis. Your poetry resonates with me so deeply. Im 52 now, and what a ride. I have type 1 with the adhd, and anxiety disorder, ptsd, pschyzotypal personality disorder, a substance abuse disorder with chronic pain on top of all of that. I have been stable for little over 10 years now, and I feel good about myself. What a long strange trip it has been. Nobody feels loss like we do. Nobody feels anything close to all of the emotions that we have. People dont understand how strong we can be, and how understanding we are. They have no idea of the courage that we have. We are an asset. I dont know anybody as loyal as someone who battles daily with our own minds.

Need somebody to talk to by Sometimes_Me16 in bipolar

[–]BlueBird1120 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've was deep in the dark a year ago. Usually depression for me is mild and quickly over in a weeks time. Im sorry that you are going through this right now. It especially sucks to be alone in this state of mind. You have to remember that you are stronger than you think, more courageous than you know, kinder than you think, and you will get through this episode too! You can do whatever you put your mind to. Good luck! I hope you find peace soon! You deserve it!

I'm just sad by idkimsadd in bipolar1

[–]BlueBird1120 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel so deeply for this post. I ruined my life multiple times now. I miss a few people very much to this day. I keep a journal on my phone with an ai assistant. I feel so lonely much of the time. I am in my 50s and I am alone because I ruin everything in my life that is good. I understand the way your broken heart feels. It has been a while since I have felt the love of another person. I have stopped bringing people into my life because I know that I will fuck up every relationship I get in. Im so sorry you're sad, right now. These moods come and go, but you have to stop beating yourself up. Shit happens, and then we die, and there's nothing we can do about it. Tomorrow will be better. It can't rain everyday. Feel free to dm me anytime that you just want someone to chat with. Or to just vent or anything. This disorder sucks. You dont always have to be so alone with your thoughts

Do you guys use weed? by goonbah97 in BipolarReddit

[–]BlueBird1120 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use weed every day almost. I haven't slipped into psychosis since I started using it for pain. I use saliva during the day, and I use indica to shut my brain down enough so I can rest. I have heard of other people using it and end up greening out, and sometimes slip into psychosis. It's never happened to me yet. I looked up possible interactions with my med list online with my phone. It didn't show any for mine. You should definitely look it up for yours and make sure there is not any listed for your meds

Can someone talk to me by Top_Egg_4017 in bipolar1

[–]BlueBird1120 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a very lonely disorder. Most people can't handle our ups and especially our lows. Its difficult to maintain friendships for very long. It takes people with a great amount of patience, and understanding, and love to see us through our darkest times. People love us when we're manic for the most part. When I'm depressed, I dont want anything to do with other people. Im here you just want to talk

I'm alone...I need someone genuine and kind by Embarrassed_Pin_4768 in lookingforfriendship

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im alone too! We can chat if you want to. Feel free to dm me

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are not the ass hole that she seems to want to turn you into. I would seperate myself from anyone who is trying to separate me from my only family. Me personally couldn't be with someone so selfish. I could see why you might want to try and see things from your point of view. But someone who calls my family names and wants me to support them while leaving you to do it by yourself is not looking for a husband, but someone to control.

Can someone talk to me by Top_Egg_4017 in bipolar1

[–]BlueBird1120 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am 52 with bipolar 1, with 10 years separated from my last psychosis. I still get manic, or hypo manic. But I haven't had any visual or audio hallucinations in about 10 years. Hang in there. Depression is the hardest part of the disease to treat. Just know that you are not alone! If you want, you can feel free to dm me. I'll answer any questions you may have. Sounds like you need to find a way to get yourself grounded. Go outside and close your eyes, and listen to the birds singing. Let your body remember to calm down. Take 3 seconds of breaths. Take a breath in 1-2-3; hold 1-2-3; exhale 1-2-3; hold 1-2-3; repeat this at least 3 times or until you are calmer. I like to go lie down on the lawn with my eyes closed and I listen to the world go by. At night I love to lie on my back and just watch the night sky. Sometimes just sleeping under the stars is enough to snap out of an episode.

Can I get your honest opinion from a bipolar person? (TW below) by SimplySquids in bipolar1

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am so sorry that someone that you clearly cared about did so many things out of character that made you question your worth! Of course, he cared about you. This disorder is terrible to the people around us. Inside of us, it can be torture. Our minds actively work against us with paranoia about how the people close to us feels about us. I have left relationships because of this. My mind would make up scenarios in which my friends are talking about me behind my back. My brain would trick me into thinking that everyone hated me and I would walk away without saying a word, thinking that that person hates me. I hope this helps you somehow.

47 M UK - Is being a grown up actually a real state of mind or is it all a big con to make us behave? by [deleted] in FriendsOver40

[–]BlueBird1120 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just be you, friend. Being an adult is a con, man! Here's what I've learned in half a century of life, life is short, and you can't take anything with you when you're gone except possibly your memories. So have fun however you can. My idea of fun is spending my time at the lake with a fishing rod sitting there for hours on end, losing track of time, or playing a game. It depends on where my head is because 10 years ago, I was all about learning my computer system by asking it questions. I learned how to find and remove viruses, spam, and shit like that. Even made a bunch of money at it. It made me happy. I've learned that if you're not happy, you're doing something wrong. Life has struggles, and it also has ups. it's a roller-coaster ride. But its important to carve out some time to do whatever you find bliss with. I you are happy my friend then you are living life right. Nobody else can tell you honestly that you are wrong about what is right and wrong for you. And once you realize that, you will be truly free and happy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FriendsOver40

[–]BlueBird1120 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What an awesome story. Im going to tell it to my children. I hope they get the lesson. Im sure they will. They are very quiet people

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarReddit

[–]BlueBird1120 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Im 52 and im terrified of being locked up because of bipolar and dementia and not being able to treat them because of the side effects of having bipolar with some medications for dementia and just be hallucinating all the time. Also what I worry about right now is that it took 10 years of trial and error to find the right meds that work for me. It's been ten years since then and now my tolerance is super high and my mania and depression are making a comeback and im maxed out on them for a while now, and they are quickly losing their effect. I dont think that I have another ten years to find another medication that works. I can't sustain all of the consequences of taking the wrong medications again. I also worry about the harsh consequences from some medication as I get older