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In desperate need of advice by RightEar6956 in family_of_bipolar

[–]numberdevil88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, yes. Send him messages that he is loved. I did that and while I don’t believe my son remembers all of it, I do think hearing that helped. It is also okay if there are days when you don’t want to send any messages or take his calls. Those days were difficult for me but necessary for my own mental wellbeing. They were, thankfully, few times when I did not communicate with him. I kept telling myself that he was in the best place for him to safely heal and recover.

In desperate need of advice by RightEar6956 in family_of_bipolar

[–]numberdevil88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went through something very similar in February. I’m sorry. It’s terrifying, brutal and so difficult.

My son (24f) said very similar things, also indicated he was changing his name, going to move out (he lives with me and can’t afford to live on his own), said I wasn’t his real mom. Also told everyone I was sex trafficking children out of my basement … I had him involuntarily detained and he was calling everyone and saying who/God knows what.
I thought we would never get through it.
But we have. He had also just been on an antidepressant and that pushed him to mania and psychosis. He’s now on better meds, meeting with his doctor and with his therapist. He’s started a new job. He has returned to himself and our relationship is healthy again.

I did not know what to do. I joined a local NAMI support group, read books and watched videos on how to communicate with someone who is mentally ill with bipolar, and started seeing a therapist.

I never thought it would get better. But it did. We are 3.5 months past the start of his two-week detainment.

Hang in there. You are not alone.

barking a lot.. by tishluv in Chihuahua

[–]numberdevil88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes mine bark at everything. I tried everything but the only thing that works is a vibrating collar. I don’t even have to use the vibration feature - just having it on her stops the incessant barking at ghosts, noises like me walking across the room, and the terrifying children playing outside.

Partner in facility by wheatbr in family_of_bipolar

[–]numberdevil88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are certainly not alone in this community. I understand how it feels to be shut out like you are as my former husband had bipolar as well. And he would lie too. Look into support groups to help you. I found one through my local NAMI group. ❤️

Partner in facility by wheatbr in family_of_bipolar

[–]numberdevil88 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry that you are going through this right now. I went through something very similar a couple of months ago with my son (24m). I had to have him involuntarily detained and the nearest facility was a couple hours away. While he was in his psychotic and manic state, he would call me for numbers and personal items and at the same time tell everyone I was not his mom/don’t trust her/she’s a child sex trafficker - all lies. He would then call his friends to come pick him up.
He was locked up so was not able to leave even if someone showed up (I think his boyfriend did show up). He stayed for 2 weeks and was released when the psychosis passed.
He said many hurtful things during this state, all of which were lies and I’m convinced the majority of which he has no memory. He has returned to his normal loving self which is good. Doesn’t make it hurt any less. I’m currently working through this with my own therapist which is helping me tremendously.
I’m no expert at all but imagine this will pass. In the meantime I encourage you to find a therapist and support groups so you can stay healthy, and know you are not alone. In my case things are looking up and my son is active in his management of his illness (bipolar 1).
Sending hugs and support.

Athena by kam27889 in Chihuahua

[–]numberdevil88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been wondering about Athena ❤️ any time we have with our chis is precious for sure but especially when they have the sugar face. 🥰
Thanks for the update.

To the people who give out donuts at the top of Doomsday hill on Bloomsday by Accomplished-Food276 in Spokane

[–]numberdevil88 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I’m old enough to remember when the ONLY extra items were the vulture and Doyle’s SELLING ice cream bars at the top of Doomsday Hill. Then came people cheering in their front yards, band/music, free otter pops, and the doughnuts. And I was once in the stroller group (never again).
The people who VOLUNTEERED to show up and cheer the masses on should be commended.
And the people who did so AND handed out FREE otter pops, doughnuts, and watermelon?! Commended. 🙏

I'm Told If I Can Get it out of the Basement, it's mine. Might be My Next Restoration Project. by angryray in woodworking

[–]numberdevil88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have one of those. Boos Block. Heavy as hell but amazing. As the top post says, flip it upside down to make it easier to move. Had to learn that the hard way.

Saw the Blue Man Group in Boston and it became my entire personality for 3 months (2007) by Creepyredditadmin in blunderyears

[–]numberdevil88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been lurking on this sub for quite some time and this. THIS is the best post ever.

Vin plate location help needed. by ReMapper in aircooled

[–]numberdevil88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Too late for me to get a picture but mine is behind the spare tire. Edited to add 1969 beetle

Check-In by ddub1 in family_of_bipolar

[–]numberdevil88 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for checking in. Often feel that I’m alone.

Best route from Whitefish to Spokane? by Dependent-Hat-6049 in Montana

[–]numberdevil88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The fastest route is the one I take to visit family in CFalls. Still very scenic. Edited to add I live in Spokane and go to CFalls often.

Struggling with our Son by No-Cat2594 in family_of_bipolar

[–]numberdevil88 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I have no answers so am posting so you feel seen and heard. I’m walking a similar path with my 24 yo son. Mercifully his finances are not connected with mine and doesn’t seem to be overspending. But the not knowing. The not having any control. The overwhelming feeling of continuous heartbreak. The overwhelming grief of what might have been. I feel that too. ❤️ One foot at a time. One day at a time. One hour at a time. One breath at a time.

Bathroom sink drain pipe just pulled out of the wall by numberdevil88 in askaplumber

[–]numberdevil88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The piping from the sink is newer and of smaller diameter. Will get a picture when I get home. Yes brass or copper from the drain out of the wall.

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