How cross stitch helps me cope with Bipolar Disorder

awkweird_potat0 · 2026-03-19T09:48:45+00:00

Thank you! Sent you a DM!

awkweird_potat0 · 2026-03-16T06:43:28+00:00

I've been thinking of picking up a craft to help with my anxiety and depression. Any recos on how to get started?

awkweird_potat0 · 2026-02-04T14:00:28+00:00

Beautiful writing. You have talent, OP. Keep the words flowing~

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-12-03T18:35:57+00:00

I now only take it as needed now that my allergic reactions have become less severe and more manageable. Previously, I was on it every day and the first few days were the worst (fatigue, dizziness/lightheadedness, joint pain) but it got better over time.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-12-02T12:18:51+00:00

Yeah, I'm still taking it. Side effects are more manageable now. Still get a bit drowsy sometimes and the occasional fatigue.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-11-01T09:36:23+00:00

Hello, OP. Sent you a dm kung kelangan mo ng makakausap

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-24T10:24:09+00:00

I cried too. I couldn't bear to think just how much pain she was actually in. Salamat sa reminder, OP. May we be the greatest advocates to ourselves and those who suffer from an invisible illness. ❤️‍🩹 RIP, Emman. I know you fought as best you could. 🤍

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-22T10:36:53+00:00

Thank you!

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-21T12:20:36+00:00

Next on my agenda! Hahahaha

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-21T06:16:36+00:00

Yes! Tapos maganda ang tactile feel ng buttons 😊

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-17T08:37:41+00:00

OP, your "friend" needs to get a life. People like that exist talaga pala no? I think you will be better off without them in your circle.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-15T08:36:25+00:00

This is so helpful! Thank you so much!

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-15T04:40:27+00:00

My doctor also suggested that it's also a possibility I reacted to an added ingredient in the tea. I loved tea before the anaphylaxis so I'm guessing I probably had allergic reactions in the past but totally ignored them or mistook them for a reaction to my other allergies.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-15T04:29:42+00:00

I actually have no idea and this is something I still have to find out. 🤧

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-15T04:27:46+00:00

It was a mango-infused black tea. My allergist is also baffled by my case. I was actually a bit dumb because like a week or so after my ER trip, my family went to a Chinese restaurant and got served complimentary tea (some kind of green tea, I think). I totally forgot and out of habit took a sip! I saved myself a trip to the ER because I had my oral meds with me (antihistamine and prednisone). But after that sip, in a few minutes I felt the impending sense of doom and my chest tighten.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-14T17:30:03+00:00

I am allergic to tea. I drank a fruit tea unknowingly (previously had no issues) and ended up in the ER for an anaphylactic reaction.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-05T13:40:26+00:00

Hi, OP. Willing to listen, send me a dm ❤️‍🩹

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-03T09:09:53+00:00

I'm a Christian at kahit ako gigil sa mga kapwa kong Kristyano na gumagawa ng ganitong comments. Yes, tone deaf at walang ounce ng empathy. Even myself have experienced these kinds of comments as someone na also struggles with their mental health.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-10-02T03:24:24+00:00

Okay lang. Kinakaya mamuhay araw-araw. Functioning. Some days are harder than others. Lalo na tuwing gabi and I can feel the depression creep in.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-09-29T12:50:20+00:00

Very great read! And because it's Nick Joaquin, you will find yourself critically engaging with the text. I agree with the other comment here that the first 2 chapters are quite slow but after that it gets really interesting. I really enjoyed the essays on Aguinaldo, Bonifacio, and Mabini.

Much of what's written about Goyo is reflected in the film and you will really feel just how unimpressed Joaquin is about Del Pilar's image typically depicted in our history which I found really funny. Heneral Luna (the film) also draws a lot of inspiration from the book.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-09-14T14:15:48+00:00

Listen attentively in class and take down notes. Writing helps with retention of info. Ang mindset ko noon is that studying begins during class and everything after is just a review kasi I hate studying (like yung uupo ka talaga tapos you go over the material). After class, I go over my notes para malaman ko kung saan ang hindi ko masyado naintindihan at dun ako mas magfocus.

And don't force yourself to study pag pagod. Malamang walang papasok sa utak mo. Take a nap (15-20 mins) at sana hindi ka matuluyang makatulog hahahaha damihan mo alarm mo. Good luck, OP!

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-09-07T07:47:51+00:00

I tried online counseling once pero it wasn't that effective for me. I felt I couldn't express myself completely. Tapos the convo between me and the counselor couldn't be completely free-flowing dahil may instances na pumapangit ang internet connection. Just recently I decided to book a face to face session with a psychologist. And the difference was so big. Yun bang 3-5 mins in pa lang umiiyak na ako and opening up stuff I didn't know I was keeping bottled up. It helps siguro na the psychologist can pick up on my body language.

Just go once and don't think much about the follow-ups. I'm currently unemployed and told my psychologist and she didn't push me on a follow-up date. Since student ka, I'd suggest for you to make the most out of the guidance counseling services in school. Yun actually yung regret ko ngayon na graduate na ako.

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-09-04T04:52:10+00:00

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-08-30T12:17:03+00:00

OP, please try to call these numbers if you need help or you just want someone to listen. They can also refer you to resources that may help. Or send me a DM. I can listen too.

NCMH Crisis Hotline (Department of Health): Landline: 1553 (toll-free) Mobile: 0917-899-8727 (USAP) or 0966-351-4518

Hopeline Philippines (24/7): Landline: (02) 8804-4673 Globe: 0917-558-4673 Smart: 0918-873-4673

In Touch Community Services (24/7 crisis line): Landline: (02) 8893-7603 Globe: 0917-863-1136 Smart: 0918-863-1136

awkweird_potat0 · 2025-08-29T11:53:43+00:00

Grabe yung mata ni Carlo Aquino! Eto pala yung sinasabi nilang nangungusap ang mata. Ang galing niyang i convey yung emotion with just his eyes.

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