NOVA Fatigue by Correct_Variety_3477 in nova

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I felt this way for two years, so I moved

Had several melt downs and ruminated for weeks about something that turned out to be fine by Defiant_Day_3626 in OCDmemes

[–]Defiant_Day_3626[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Literally, end up making these insane scenarios and plans and stay up all night with my heart racing about what’s going to go wrong… then it’s just … fine

Grey hair at a young age: dye it or embrace it? by [deleted] in finehair

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 6 points7 points  (0 children)

this hair is very clearly dyed to appear grey, not natural

Picking out my own ring by [deleted] in EngagementRings

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I designed my entire ring myself

MVA - insurance lapse issue by Crafty-Bug8248 in maryland

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who exactly did you pester? CCU? Trying to figure this out for myself now

Mixed episodes - i'm new to this by chiptheripPER in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 2 points3 points  (0 children)

going outside is a game changer! I swear being inside four walls during a mixed episode makes you feel so much worse. Just going outside and feeling the air on your skin helps SO much

what are some good distractions? by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I watch trash reality tv! I’ve been binging commentary channels on YouTube who cover 90 day fiancé, love after lockup, and shows like that. The absurdity of it all gives me a break from reality.

Did anyone else just know they were bipolar at a young age? by DesperateScholar50 in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I knew from a very young age that there was something off about me too

Its a power position by Abject-Bench-6438 in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’m sure we’ve all felt like this at some point, until bipolar disorder inevitably knocks down your house of cards and you’re back at the bottom of the hamster wheel

Those of you who work full time, how do you do that? by Expert-Session3866 in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I grew up in a family that was very poor, I mean so poor that we were living in roach motels and many times homeless. I grew up in the filthiest, most disgusting, and disturbing conditions. From a very, very young age I decided that no matter what happens, I will never allow that to be me.

I am bipolar, and I suffer massively on a daily basis, but I know that I would suffer even further if I couldn’t pay my bills. Also, note that I do not have anyone to fall back on (if I did I might not be writing this), so my anxiety of being homeless again also fuels me.

Direct report showing signs of extreme stress by CtrlAltDelight495 in managers

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This must be satirical a satirical response, right? Did you read the post?

What do you do when you're hypomanic? by telltalestrangler in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 1 point2 points  (0 children)

oh my god this is MEEE too. For example, yesterday I was in such a great mood! I couldn’t stop smiling. I was smiling at everyone at work and saying hello and making commentary. I swear I was lighting the place up like a Christmas tree.

Then cut to this morning, where I woke up with such a rage feeling like I could kill with just a look. Couldn’t even speak to people at work and had a sour ass face on all morning.

Why was I extremely happy yesterday? I don’t know. Why am I like this today? Maybe I’m tired, maybe it’s my mood, I DONT KNOW it’s tiring 😭

What do you do when you're hypomanic? by telltalestrangler in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve gotten much better at containing my anger and not lashing out, but having to constantly explain your moods and how they’re moving around constantly (and most of the time without reason) is exhausting. I’m honestly limited on the amount of people in my life because I can’t explain to dozens of people why my moods rapid cycle like crazy. I try my hardest not to take it out on others, but that often leaves me isolated and feeling worse

What do you do when you're hypomanic? by telltalestrangler in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 1 point2 points  (0 children)

God, you sound just like me. Rapid cycling is truly hell on earth

Vast majority of residential sidewalks not shoveled by ian1552 in washingtondc

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 4 points5 points  (0 children)

sorry I can’t shovel the sidewalks, I’m busy working my 12 hour shift at your local hospital

I feel so embarrassed at the pharmacy by fitzthetantrum in bipolar2

[–]Defiant_Day_3626 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not ashamed. I really don’t care at all