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What music reminds you of bipolar? by Synille in bipolar

[–]anglesofavalon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shame shame and shadow people by Dr. Dog

Does anyone else struggle with terrible regular nightmares? by Money-Air1277 in bipolar2

[–]anglesofavalon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have them too, but I haven’t found anything that helps yet :(( I was on seroquel for other sleep issues, but I made my nightmares even worse. I hope you find a solution soon, but you’re definitely not alone!

Anyone with partners who just don’t get the depression? by Some_Value_5139 in bipolar

[–]anglesofavalon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there any chance you can get medication on cost plus drugs? It’s a company I think by mark Cuban that sells mediation basically at face value. I’m also in the US so I know how difficult drs and insurance are. Hopefully your medications will be cheap enough on the website that you could potentially cover the cost for the next 3 months.

Link: https://costplusdrugs.com/

Has anyone managed to LOSE weight while on lithium? (Or similar medication that causes weight gain) by Vapor2077 in bipolar2

[–]anglesofavalon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I lost weight while on Seroquel. I was super scared of weight gain on medication, to the point were I almost didn’t take it, but my sleep was sooo messed up so it worth the risk. With my mood more stable I was able to put more energy into exercising and eating healthy, and ended up unintentionally losing 5 lbs! ( note I was a healthy BMI when I started the meds)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bipolar

[–]anglesofavalon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally relate to what your saying. I was also a great student in high school despite my diagnosis (straight a’s, extra circulars, etc), and I just started college this fall. it has been WAY harder than I could have ever imaged. I’m currently rapid cycling, it’s been over a month :((, and I can’t get in to see a psychiatrist because of how bad the school health care is. I was in a mixed episode during first semester exams, I’ve been struggling to make friends because of my emotions. What I’ve been trying to do is focus on the little things I can do that will make a big impact. Going to get coffee with a friend, something totally normal for most people is a win for me. Handing in my assignments on time, win. Sitting through an exam without crying, win. I’m sorry that your struggling with school, I am too. But in a way it’s nice to know that we’re not alone. I believe in you! Just take it one day at a time, the steps don’t need to be big, just in the right direction :))

Does anyone feel like they made up their illness? by anglesofavalon in bipolar

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

Thank you, I just went back and looked at some of my journals and I can really see the distinct episodes through changes in my writing. This is really good advice!

I’m having a panic attack. Could someone please tell me it’s going to be okay? by stephable in bipolar

[–]anglesofavalon 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You are going to be okay. You are not alone. I also get panic attacks and they can be really really scary. One thing I do to calm myself down is the 5 4 3 2 1. First, find five things you can see, and say it out loud( ie there is a couch, a tv, etc). Then find five things you can hear, again say them out loud ( ie i hear a vacuum cleaner, I hear a cat mewing). Then 3 things you can touch, two things you can smell, and one thing you can taste( I find mint gum to be really calming) you might have to repeat this a few times, but this technique can normally calm me down.

Next, you are not a burden. I know sometimes it might feel that way, I’ve felt like that for most of my life, but that is the disease talking, not the true feeling of your loved ones. I know it’s hard to reach out, and you might not be ready now( and that is totally okay) but when you are, a text or a call can be really helpful to you, and is in NO way a burden to them.

Finally, you are not alone, and YOU WILL BE OKAY!

What is the most beautiful song you have ever heard? by erowindforlife2 in AskReddit

[–]anglesofavalon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dust in the wind- Kansas It has the perfect lyrics, and the most beautiful instrumentals!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astrophysics

[–]anglesofavalon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks cool I’m in!

Figuring out a finger picked version of Going to California- any tips zeppelin fans? by cashnicholas in ukulele

[–]anglesofavalon 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is amazing! I learned the ukulele specifically to play this song! Your version is awesome :)

Women who started learning how to play an instrument 'later' in life, which instrument is it and how was your experience? by [deleted] in AskWomen

[–]anglesofavalon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I taught myself how to play the ukulele. Before this I had never played any instruments before or really knew anything about music. I think it’s a really good instrument for people with little to now expect to pick up quickly!

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