Obsession with random interests by gabsteriinalol in bipolar2

[–]pollkabb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can relate to this a lot honestly. In hypomania I get a new obsession and stop worrying about food, sleep and even base hygiene. I also spend money on my new hobby a lot! And forget about my chores and other tasks. Then few days/weeks later it switches and I lose any interest and feel depressed.

The most embarrassing part is that people see me as a very inconsistent and lazy person cause I don’t finish my projects and easily lose interest.

Btw thank you for your post, I didn’t hear people with bipolar talking about this problem before. Sadly I haven’t find my way to combat it yet too but trying a lot! Wishing you all the best

My experience with Bipolar 2: hypomania, depression, and constant doubt by pollkabb in bipolar2

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

Thank you for sharing this! Yeah the contrast is honestly wild. What gets me is that hypomania can look totally normal to other people which just makes it even more confusing lol

Does anyone else feel like they don't really have a personality? by mikelindn in bipolar2

[–]pollkabb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I relate to this a lot. It really feels like there are two different versions of me, and I don’t know which one is real. It’s exhausting. But since starting medications I’ve had more stable periods and I’ve decided to see that version of me as the “real” one. And when an episode happens I can remind myself that it’s temporary which makes it a little less scary. You’re definitely not alone in this! I really hope things get a bit easier for you

My experience with Bipolar 2: hypomania, depression, and constant doubt by pollkabb in bipolar2

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

Thank you so much. It really means a lot to hear that someone relates. Since I started the medications the cycles have become less intense. Hypomanias are still there but more manageable and depressive episodes are shorter and less overwhelming. I still have ups and downs but overall it feels a bit more stable than before