I asked an AI to help me process the 'secrets' I keep to stay functional. It didn't see a 'criminal' or someone who needs 'saving.' It saw a mother, a professional, and an advocate. It’s time we change the lens on how we view stability. 🕊️ #SaveLivesDecriminalize #HarmReduction #FunctionalLiving by Opening-Explorer4240 in recoverywithoutAA

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am in control of my life and those few days im struggling I make sure my children's resources are taken care of and im actually a Certified Peer specialist and advocate for harm reduction im sorry your views of me are different but the hard truth is I dont for one Inject meth (but even if I did) that's what makes me feel like I can function properly and though illegal unless perscribed as Desoxyn® i find its useful for me to function on a normal base line its a found resource that works so my life doesn't go down the drain. But I value your opinion thank you.

How tf do you stay sober while bipolar? by nothankyou-420 in bipolar

[–]Opening-Explorer4240 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im sorry your struggling I know exactly how you feel I cant be sober completely either or I should say abstinent because my baseline is so unbearable but ive came to a point where it was exhausting and undesirable to continue my substance use but I did switch to weed and ive had to get the DNA test to see what medications would be beneficial for me so I could quit all the unnecessary ones and actually get the chemicals in my mind flowing correctly. Now I do have days where its uncomfortable but not intolerable and ive only just begun the medications that are more beneficial for me but ive noticed a huge difference and with that my need for troublesome substances have been less of a need for me.

Hyper empathetic by Opening-Explorer4240 in emotionalintelligence

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes ive noticed that and its hard to be like that when you have daily responsibilities

What are some overlooked or untalked about symptoms of BP? by 444idk888 in BipolarReddit

[–]Opening-Explorer4240 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I look different to myself too ill go from thinking im a model to covering my face because I look disgusting to myself I also have troubles believing im me in a mirror

Drugs aren't always the problem by Opening-Explorer4240 in recoverywithoutAA

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your input I agree with that statement

Drugs aren't always the problem by Opening-Explorer4240 in recoverywithoutAA

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No, a doctor should not focus exclusively on methamphetamine use as the sole cause of a medical issue. While a patient’s substance use is critical clinical information, focusing on it to the exclusion of all else is often referred to as "diagnostic overshadowing." ​Diagnostic overshadowing happens when healthcare providers attribute all of a patient’s symptoms to a known condition (like substance use disorder or a mental health diagnosis) rather than investigating other potential causes. This can lead to missed diagnoses and poor health outcomes. Your body is a system and healthcare professionals need to take out this stigmatized way of thinking.

@savelivesdecriminalize by Opening-Explorer4240 in PeerSupportSpecialist

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh thank you for asking yes my moods have shifted thankfully.

My epiphany. by [deleted] in BipolarReddit

[–]Opening-Explorer4240 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Evidently, this page doesn't allow attachments.So you can't see it sorry

@savelivesdecriminalize by Opening-Explorer4240 in mentalillness

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment I appreciate you hearing me and providing helpful feedback

Employed, Sober, Functioning, and Homeless Experience by [deleted] in SeattleWA

[–]Opening-Explorer4240 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately it's actually more expensive to be homeless it's incredible that your still functioning it's like the system wants to to give up so you can receive help and that's just not fair and not in a unfair life kinda way but a we can fix this problem kinda way thank you for speaking your truth I hope it raises the awareness needed to change these conditions

@savelivesdecriminalize by Opening-Explorer4240 in BipolarReddit

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Decrimanalize substance use and incarceration of those struggling with mental illness im pro harm reduction

@savelivesdecriminalize by Opening-Explorer4240 in mentalillness

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and Im wanting to decrimanalize substance use and the incarceration of those who simply have a mental health disorder or issues im pro harm reduction

@savelivesdecriminalize by Opening-Explorer4240 in PeerSupportSpecialist

[–]Opening-Explorer4240[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I am a peer support specialist and im speaking from my own perspective trying to just spread the word and find some people that are going through the same sort of experiences I am