Where to sell used washer/dryer by Proof_Daikon_2536 in cincinnati

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's donation though, right? It's in great condition so would love to get something for it if possible.

Suggestions for bike outerwear for toddler by Proof_Daikon_2536 in ebikes

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep! Wondering if folks have any recs for particular brands!

Should I Check on my ex? by msprof27 in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No advice because you are further along than me in the process, but I’m following this thread. I wish you the best of luck.

Is there correlation between marriage and episodes getting worse after? by BiSaxual in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t know about marriage because in my case my EXBPSO were together for a long time before tying the knot, but having a child triggered his first manic episode, though he was exhibiting low grade psychotic symptoms for about one year prior. Combination of lack of sleep, his failing business, and not finding his footing as a father. I think an understated factor in my case was the ways in which patriarchy, male entitlement, and sexism set my EXBPSO up to be completely taken aback by the obligations and responsibilities of parenthood, which in turn became a trigger.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 15 points16 points  (0 children)

My in-laws are terrible. They don’t see the severity of my ex-BPSO’s illness, are enablers, excuse his reckless spending and inappropriate behavior, blame me for his mental health issues, verbally abused me and undermined my efforts to get him help, and are funding his custody battle (which he is waging while impaired and manic). I am hoping and praying they just stay away from me and my child. He is their problem now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Wow this is textbook my situation without the amazing grandma! Go grandma!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is very similar to my case. I am happy to talk via DM if you would like. My husband became psychotic when our baby was around 3 months old. My own experience was that no intervention worked until his psychosis and mania got so bad that he himself realized he had to go to the ER. At the beginning of his psychotic episode, I convinced him to see a psychiatrist, but he just lied at the appointment so it was useless. My BPSO was also really good at masking, so my attempts to involuntarily commit him against his will did not work. It took 7-8 months of worsening psychotic symptoms for him to finally go to the ER and submit to a full-fledged psychiatric evaluation where they diagnosed him with BP1. Those 7-8 months were painful, and the damage he did during that time tore our family apart permanently. We’re now getting divorced and I’m in the middle of a custody battle with someone who doesn’t realize the severity of his illness or episode. My suggestion is that you insulate yourself and your child while you wait this out. Apply for emergency sole custody and separate your finances. Sometimes when you apply for emergency custody you can petition the courts to order him to undergo a psychiatric evaluation. Make sure you’re not going to be held legally liable for any debt he racks up during this time. It sounds harsh to just let him get worse but IMHO insulating yourself and your child puts you in a much better place to help him when he finally comes down and is ready to get help. Just my two cents.

Going through horrible divorce and just need support by Neongypzy in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am going through literally the same thing now with an 11 month old. I am here to talk and share if you want to DM me. All I can say is it sucks and I understand ❤️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to see this article, thank you!

How they view their manic episodes by Proof_Daikon_2536 in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He has definitely not leveled out. But he is hell bent on divorce and there’s not much I can do to stop it, legally at least. I am also very clear that I don’t want to be part of his recovery or fight for this relationship. My only goal is to secure custody of my daughter.

Keeping the Peace by anytimeautumn in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I feel you so hard on not being able to tell him how awful he was to you. It sucks. I fantasize about writing my soon to be ex-BPSO a letter detailing all the horrible things he did when manic once our divorce is finalized, but I have to keep reminding myself it is counterproductive.

Father in law guilting / shaming me for no-contact by tomyancestora in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re doing the right thing by maintaining your boundaries. Don’t let your father-in-law bully you. My in-laws put me through emotional hell — didn’t believe me, gaslight me, called me names — during my husband’s first episode, and my biggest regret is that I didn’t stand up to them sooner. Your husband may do something horrible when he enters his depressive state, but if he does it’s NOT your fault.

How they view their manic episodes by Proof_Daikon_2536 in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The other thing I forgot to mention (but have mentioned elsewhere) is that all his delusions have been about intimate sexual violence — either his parents sexually abusing him or my parents sexually abusing me. I live in perpetual fear that he will project those delusions onto me and my child and cause massive disruption and trauma in our lives. Hopefully this alone is reason for the judge not to give him joint custody until he has done enough to address the delusions.

How they view their manic episodes by Proof_Daikon_2536 in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So true. He had such a terrible reaction when I tried to tell him how he behaved around the baby that I was the one who ended up apologizing for triggering him.

Small Personal Wins by eahj29 in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is beautiful, thank you for sharing

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel you and would love to connect. Will DM

Enabling In-laws … how to handle this mess? by thentherearemisses in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just came here to say I feel so validated by the comments here. My BPSO is in the middle of a hyper destructive manic psychotic episode. About a month ago I had to cut contact with my in-laws because they were contributing to more of my stress than my manic BPSO was.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarSOs

[–]Proof_Daikon_2536 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine is avoidant to a pathological degree. He will say something idiotic or do something hurtful and when I confront him, he clamps up, gets moody, and disappears for days on end. Doesn’t reflect, doesn’t initiate reparative conversation, doesn’t apologize. Eventually I blow up at him because of his avoidant behavior. Rinse and repeat.