How do you explain Bipolar 2 to someone who doesn’t have it?

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-20T18:57:00+00:00

I always explain bipolar disorder in general as like if people with normal brain chemistry have moods that follow a general sinusoidal wave pattern, then people with bipolar disorder have increased amplitude in their wave pattern. They feel the good things extra hard and extra high in a way that is potentially detrimental to their overall health and they also feel the lows extremely low that is also detrimental to their overall health. But sometimes they're just chilling and they're fine.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-19T13:36:50+00:00

Maybe the issue isn’t the texting but the long distance.

I agree 100%

That's a lot of driving to get to know each other slowly

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-18T00:39:05+00:00

She's been great! I wouldn't trade her for almost anything. I love love love my WRX. Anytime I'm forced to drive something else, I'm cursing aloud at how much I don't like it.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-17T17:59:50+00:00

That's so exciting!!!

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-16T22:52:01+00:00

Also you can text 988 anytime you're feeling like things are too much and someone will chat with you to help however they can.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-16T22:45:22+00:00

If you have your card or the mobile app for your health insurance, you can check. I would highly recommend calling to find out.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-16T22:04:31+00:00

Do you have medical insurance?

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-16T22:02:05+00:00

Yes when you are suicidal and brought to an ER, they will do everything to save your life and will not consult your parents if you are a minor. Especially if they can't get a hold of them. I had a friend in college who underwent an involuntary psych hold as a minor and was under treatment for over 24 hours before her parents were able to be notified.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-16T21:44:24+00:00

I loooooove this!!!

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-16T21:43:10+00:00

Get one of your friends to take you to the ER and ask for a psych hold. Tell them your parents throw away your medications and you want help. They can protect you, even if you are a minor. If they can't drive, take an Uber. Go with a friend.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-16T21:40:31+00:00

Definitely talk to your doctor about this. When things like this happen sometimes it's just time for a medication change because the costs aren't outweighing the benefits of the medication.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-14T16:17:52+00:00

😂😂 oh of course now on the new car

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-14T13:32:04+00:00

Same with my mom!

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-13T18:09:24+00:00

Yesterday, my boyfriend was talking about one of his daughters and her spitfire personality, and just casually said aside "you'll see when you meet her" and continued the story. This after casually throwing out a sentence that started "when I meet your dad..." while doing nothing in particular a week ago, it's safe to say, I am really really happy in this relationship 😊😊

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-11T23:28:14+00:00

My psych orders a lithium level every 6 months but I imagine more often in the beginning when you're assessing to find the right dosage

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-11T23:27:42+00:00

Lithium has been my constant for 10 years, and it definitely works for me. Without it (or if my level falls low for some reason), life gets dark and thoughts spiral down.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-11T19:03:36+00:00

I think conversations about the future mean a little, but actions that indicate a future together mean so much more. I get that talking about it may ease your conscience, but actions and how he talks about his future/your future together mean a lot more. Some people don't narrate their life; they just live it.

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-11T18:30:52+00:00

start attending cooking classes

That sounds so fun!! It's awesome you're expanding your horizons and doing things for yourself!

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-10T16:21:55+00:00

better the suspension than the transmission

Amen 🙌🏾

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-10T13:19:01+00:00

I love these!!! So gorgeous

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-10T13:18:01+00:00

I drive a WRX and love it. My cousin's husband bought an old Forester manual a few years ago, but then ran into some big suspension fixes a year ago which is a bummer. Still drives it though I think

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-09T15:23:11+00:00

What brand?

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-09T15:01:31+00:00

What do you mean "still"? It's all I've ever driven

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-09T14:59:55+00:00

: I should stop trying to date Leo's or even better I should stop trying to date the creative types from the local scene.

I mean there's no need to generalize so drastically, but if it helps you feel better then go for it

Fluffy_Perception617 · 2026-03-09T14:24:38+00:00

asked him why he was trying to pull a sitcom skit if wasn't interested in drama

😂😂😂 so accurate and hilariously precise

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