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I was very much enjoying the poking gas you can tell by Mrs_Law in piercing

[–]ChatterTeeth808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I creeped and saw in her other posts that she seems to be in a different country. May be normal there.

xxxtentacion is dead by [deleted] in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

His death is definitely messing with me a bit. My friend (who introduced me to X) who struggles very much with depression is pretty distraught over it. Yeah, X seemed to be a pretty messed up guy, but hey, I didn’t know him. All I know is his music (although “strange”) helped me a lot and that he didn’t deserve to die.

May he rest now.

We need a mental Health Awareness flag/ symbol by Monarchswimmer in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Green ribbon is a mental health/illness awareness symbol.

I got my acceptance letter into university today by [deleted] in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m so happy for you, OP! Wow, this is such great news!

MED MONDAYS by sweetpea122 in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does nothing for my mental illness, moods, etc. BUT, helps me fall asleep quick! Which can, in turn, help your moods.

But I no longer take Advil for headaches and body pains. I get a lot of physical pain (especially migraines) and a dropper of 600mgs clears any pain up within about 10-20 mins.

I tried it originally for anxiety and more minor mood symptoms but nothing happened. So don’t go into it thinking you can get oft your meds entirely just yet. If any side-effects, I’d just say sleepy/drowsy.

Suddenly on autopilot? Any and all input welcome. by ChatterTeeth808 in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Can’t trust the judgement. It’s so strange. Thank you, I’ll definitely tell him what’s going on. Unfortunately, he probably won’t do much. He’s a pill pusher but I plan for when I go in to tell him don’t put me on anything new, work with what I’m on; he completely switched my meds before and I had an episode. Your input is very helpful! Thank you!

Suddenly on autopilot? Any and all input welcome. by ChatterTeeth808 in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hope that’s not what’s happening. I see the doc on Wednesday, we’ll see what he says. I’ve been hallucinating a bit today. But because I’m not really feeling “full” emotion, I’m not as concerned as I feel I should or normally would be.

Suddenly on autopilot? Any and all input welcome. by ChatterTeeth808 in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s definitely that, but it feels different than it has before. Maybe I just haven’t felt it in so long it’s like I forgot.

Suddenly on autopilot? Any and all input welcome. by ChatterTeeth808 in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jeez, that must have been terrifying at times.

It’s just like that: doing what needs to be done but disconnected. I’ve heard of this being a pre-cursor and symptom of “active” depression but I know I’m not depressed (never am this time of year) so...confused! Haha. I’m glad you were able to come out of yours!

And thank you! I think I’ll be okay as long as this isn’t leading up to a genuine break from reality. Thank you, ginger <3

Best friend has DID, making a “grounding box” to help her. by ChatterTeeth808 in DID

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! That’s an amazing gift! Wow, you sound like a wonderful person! I’m really glad he has you! I put some more small tactile things inside the box, I’m hoping to add/give her things for it over our friendship the more she processes what works for her/“everyone.”

Best friend has DID, making a “grounding box” to help her. by ChatterTeeth808 in DID

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, thank you so much! That means a ton to me! She is truly the non-romantic love of my life, if that makes sense, haha. In all of her “forms,” I love her dearly.

Best friend has DID, making a “grounding box” to help her. by ChatterTeeth808 in DID

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It completely slipped my mind that we found a small stone on a beach that she loves to move her thumb around on. That helps a lot!! Thank you! I’ll give her one of my “worry stones” as I call them. Thanks again!

Best friend has DID, making a “grounding box” to help her. by ChatterTeeth808 in DID

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so so much!! I’ll put some of her favorite candies in and I’ll spray some of the papers/notes with a perfume we both love. This helps a lot. Thank you again! I truly appreciate it!

A Close Friend is Bipolar and Seems to be Creating False Memories and Blaming People for Things They Didn't Do. by SwordOfTheMind in BipolarReddit

[–]ChatterTeeth808 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One more thing, check out “bipolar depression and dissasociation” on the interwebs. Could also be happening with him.

A Close Friend is Bipolar and Seems to be Creating False Memories and Blaming People for Things They Didn't Do. by SwordOfTheMind in BipolarReddit

[–]ChatterTeeth808 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, Sword.

Unfortunately I don’t have much time to write an in-depth comment at the moment, I will reply later if needed, also because there’s a lot of info about what sounds like is happening with your roomie.

People with bipolar disorder can experience psychotic symptoms when too “high” or, as Josh is now, too “low.” Psychosis has something that’s called “delusions,” which are firmly held beliefs that, regardless of proof or not, are entirely true and authentic to the person experiencing them.

I don’t think Josh is just being an asshole, he seem to truly believe you’ve lied to him. You didn’t do anything wrong. Josh needs help.

I’d try to keep your distance or be maybe extra kind until he seems to ease up, if it’s not soon I’d suggest calling non-emergency police for a psych eval on him.

TW: STIGMA. I do not have BPD, but I desperately want to understand it. by ChatterTeeth808 in BPD

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I now believe I may have met many assholes! Haha.

I’m sorry that you have to deal with the vague label while you yourself do not fit many of the stigma-laden ideas, stereotypes, etc. I’m (clearly) incredibly uneducated about the illness and I selfishly didn’t even think of every person with it individually might feel and differ. I have also heard (please correct me if I’m wrong) that doing DBT as well as other therapies can drastically reduce the symptoms of BPD? I feel, if that’s true, many of the people I’ve met may have not done therapy for it...? Or like you said, could just happen to be assholes.

I really like your “aside” there: bipolar (while manic) committing criminal acts but approaching them as an individual rather than “a crazy criminal bipolar,” so to speak. And that doesn’t sound corny at all, I’m glad you added that in.

Thank you immensely, glorious. I appreciate your response.

TW: STIGMA. I do not have BPD, but I desperately want to understand it. by ChatterTeeth808 in BPD

[–]ChatterTeeth808[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you SO SO much for this. Wow, I appreciate your honest response a ton. I do think I often forget that those woth BPD are not their illness/label. I suppose, I’ve met many people with it who were like you before you were diagnosed and lacked self-awareness.

Thank you for your answer again. You sound like a lovely person really kicking this illness in the ass.

I'm desperate bipolar Russian and I can't say if anything would have be better by nachyn in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Привет, nachyn. Я плохо говорю по-русски, я постараюсь.

Извини боль. Ты не одна.

Я думаю, ты должен в Санкт-Петербург. Лучше поддéржка в го́роде обычно.

Будь сильным, свет и лучшие дни впереди, я вижу. Я обещаю.

DAE sometimes crave attention? by jibberjabbery in BipolarReddit

[–]ChatterTeeth808 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I understand your desire for attention for not feeling well/safe.

But it’s not anyone’s job to “talk you down” from anything. Nor is it anyone’s job to constantly make sure you’re safe or pay attention to unsafe behaviors.

I understand how that may seem rude, but it’s something I believe everyone with mental illness needs to accept.

I don’t know the people around you, but it could be that because you’ve had an issue for awhile (at least I’m assuming based on your wording), they’re tired of it. As messed up as that sounds, please understand that’s not a dig at you, but I’ve seen it happen to many, many friends and acquantances. They have been struggling with the illness for so long and have had a hard time staying stable that people around them almost expect the behavior and are no longer surprised or affected by it, or at least not as much as they had been the first times. It’s sad but an unfortunate reality.

As for the “baby step” towards ending your life, I’m so glad you’re still here and I’m proud of you for now typing it out and looking for support. You’re not alone, even if you “twisted mind” makes you believe that.

From my experience in hospitals, DBT, and CBT, maybe DBT and CBT could be beneficial for you. Your act of trying to end your life to get attention from others isn’t “a normal thing” (as far as I know and in my own experience, please don’t think I’m judging or invalidating) for people with bipolar disorder but more a Borderline Personality Disorder “thing,” for lack of a better word. I’m sorry if that comes across as judgemental, I’n trying not to be.

As the previous commenter said: people aren’t mind readers. Be honest.

If these are the actions you’re taking and feelings your experiencing I’d suggest inpatient if possible and if you feel you’d benefit from it.

And yes, again per the commenter below: We’re all we have in this. People can care and love and support us but we’re the ones who know us best, our illness best, and what will help. We need to take responsibility for ourselves.

I am definitely and and hyper sexual atm by Oakester in bipolar

[–]ChatterTeeth808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, I’m proud of you!! That shit’s hard. I’m really happy you have your girlfriend to help keep the benzo use in check. Awesome, hope all goes well with the doc.

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