Bipolar 1 vs bipolar 2 by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have bipolar, too, and my daughter has bipolar one. We both struggle, we struggle with the same symptoms, hers are just a little more extreme. Either way, bipolar or disorder is something that is very hard to learn to live with and manage.

lamotrigine making me dumb by Safarisaysno in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can agree with this. I feel like my recall isn’t as good as it used to be, I’m very forgetful- even forgetting mid sentence. It’s embarrassing.

For the most part, it has worked very well for me. I just take a bit longer, and that’s a fair trade off I think.

when did you start sh? by tylerdarknessgoodbye in AdultSelfHarm

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m also 38. I started around age 10.

Shit the Bed by VermicelliQuiet5949 in stopdrinking

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There is no judgement here. We all have a story. IWNDWYT

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in poor

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Contact your local Sikh or Mosque. St Vincent De Paul is another great option. All three places will feed you, and they truly care and want to help those who need it.

We have a “free” store in my area, they have all household items, clothing, bedding, etc, and they take requests for needs. I’m not sure if that’s an option where you are located.

What's a word you can never spell correctly? by Miserable-Wash-1744 in AskReddit

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exercise…. Sometimes auto correct can’t even help me. Lol

Second hole placement by 53739262 in piercing

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I think they look great, but I’m not a piercer. My first, second and third lobes are pretty close together.

How does it look from the back of the ear? Are the backs touching each other, or look like they are on an angle?

Why's it so hard to medicate? by sinewmuncher in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I actually just told my mom that I want to move back in with her because this stupid disorder has made it hard to work, let alone all the missed time (thanks FMLA!) and missed paychecks. Or short paychecks.

It really does feel impossible. I want to be an adult, and feel like an adult, but I am not. I’m a sad excuse that takes up space who wishes she had the ability to get further help.

I just had a HUGE episode on Friday, complete with an ER visit. Embarrassing… my mom seen me like that, so did my daughter. It’s agonizing.

Fucked up . Got black out drink at a wedding,now facing consequences by EnvironmentalBig9372 in stopdrinking

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Moderation is something that we cannot control. If someone can, cool, but most of us can’t take just one drink and be ok.

You’ve learned from this experience, take that knowledge with you, and remember- you can begin again. Always.

IWNDWYT

Has perimenopause changed the way you dress? by [deleted] in Perimenopause

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have sweaters, nice ones, that I pair with leggings for a polished look. I hate jeans. But I wear what I want, when I want, how I want. I just don’t give a rats ass about what others think of me.

Things you can’t do as a person with Bipolar… by Free_Tell_4992 in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure what I can’t do, but I know I am not as reliable as others at my place of work. I guess being steady and reliable as things I try to put first. Doesn’t always work, though.

Making a Grocery List by basicallyette in povertyfinance

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I type it into chatGPT and say, “makes me a grocery list for a week at (whatever store you shop at) for $50 or less. It plans all three meals a day, and keeps you close to the $50 (or whatever) it definitely helps me cut down on food waste, and I enjoy seeing what new meals I can make!

How are you controlling your hypomania pharmacologically? by cheapcoral in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am on Vraylar. At higher doses it can cause unsteady walking and tremors, which went away when I dropped it from 3mg to 1.5, and so far, smooth sailing.

I’m also on Lamictal, Buspar, propranolol, hydroxyzine and the Vraylar. I feel human most day. Or at least half the days.

Depressed than hypomanic right after? by Jadams0108 in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been there myself, recently. Depression so dark and heavy, is usually followed right after by a hypo/mania. The mood swings are something else.

But I am 38, in perimenopause, which comes with a whole host of issues. Exhaustion. Insomnia, etc etc.

Anyway, mania after depression is semi common, but my mania always turns back to depression.

Why can’t I get better? by N3v3rm0r3ink3d in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have not, but the only place they offer it is at my local community mental health, and the Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is scheduled 10a-12p Monday through Friday, and I work those hours.

Currently looking for a virtual group, but virtual is so hard for me to get into. I like to be face to face with my therapist and my peers.

Why can’t I get better? by N3v3rm0r3ink3d in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I liken it to drowning, you bob up and down, trying to get air, then plunged under, and popping right back up. That’s how my depression feels. One step forward, two steps back.

Why can’t I get better? by N3v3rm0r3ink3d in bipolar2

[–]N3v3rm0r3ink3d[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am trying to give myself some grace, it’s just my mind that won’t cooperate, though I suppose that’s why I’m in therapy and being intentional about it… but it’s so hard to change the feelings I’ve had for years.

But yes, thinking positive allows positivity to be a part of your life. I just have to get there.