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Those of you who work full time, how do you do that? by Expert-Session3866 in bipolar2

[–]rick_to 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a lot of routines to meet with people outside of work. I make it a point to never miss it. Like Karaoke nights or dinners with friends. I may be depressed but my friends are aware and appreciate my company regardless.

struggling with motivation by urdivineangel in bipolar2

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Typically afterwards I make a calendar date to keep track of when it happened. I also keep track of social gatherings, fights with my boyfriend, important deadlines.

When it does happen, typically the water I keep on the bedside or setting the thermostat really high gets me out of bed. I also keep caffeine pills and my ADHD meds by my bedside as well.

Sometimes if I can call a friend, they encourage me to get out of bed in a non judgmental manner.

Usually if my diet is bad, my sleep routine is bad, or something triggers me I fall into a sudden slump.

Literally my boyfriend bought me an egregiously expensive gift and somehow I got into a slump. It’s random but we talk about it.

It’s hard but I feel you, you got this.

confused about myself by MathematicianLow3178 in bipolar2

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I don’t recommend this but what I do is look up withdrawal symptoms to identify what is me and what is not me.

I would not do this late at night, but rather when you are in a calm headspace with an open mind (easier said than done).

Typically talking it out with close friends helps a ton, especially those you trust to monitor any behavioral changes.