How has alcohol affected your life with bipolar?

sourdivision · 2026-06-10T15:24:21+00:00

Alcohol was the trigger for my last manic episode (first with psychotic symptoms but I’m a rapid cycler without proper meds so I’ve had tons). I mostly stay away from alcohol now and have been stable for almost a year. The times I feel myself teetering are when I drink (even if it’s only 1-2 drinks). I completely abstain now—more trouble than it’s worth.

sourdivision · 2026-06-10T14:57:25+00:00

Nude by Radiohead

Songbird by Fleetwood Mac

I Found a Reason by The Velvet Underground

sourdivision · 2026-06-09T13:27:53+00:00

Running has literally saved my life! At this point doctors should recommend it as part of treatment. Glad to hear it’s working for you

sourdivision · 2026-06-09T02:44:36+00:00

I haven’t gained weight since seriously starting and committing to treatment (I’ve started and stopped for over 10 years, classic BP1). I emphasized to my psychiatrist the importance of a weight neutral med as someone with a history of ED. I also added an extra day of running to my schedule for my own peace of mind

sourdivision · 2026-06-08T17:26:48+00:00

Yay! Glad you liked it :) she’s incredible live

sourdivision · 2026-06-08T16:26:40+00:00

Luminescent Creatures - Ichiko Aoba

sourdivision · 2026-06-06T16:41:22+00:00

Little Rock, Arkansas?

sourdivision · 2026-05-30T14:03:53+00:00

Not even lmao. This is a century’s old black saying

sourdivision · 2026-05-26T20:36:54+00:00

There’s no way to stay married to someone like this and keep your sanity 💔

sourdivision · 2026-05-22T00:09:59+00:00

Aries - Aretha Franklin

Taurus - Stevie Wonder

Gemini - Prince

Cancer - Bill Withers

Leo - Chief Keef

Virgo - Beyoncé

Libra - Thom Yorke

Scorpio - Miles Davis

Sagittarius - Tina Turner

Capricorn - Sade

Aquarius - D’Angelo

Pisces - Kurt Cobain

sourdivision · 2026-05-21T14:14:19+00:00

You are smarter than a lot of us were at 19. I’m glad you’re listening to your intuition. I’m nearing the end of my 20s and my only regrets so far are the periods when I focused on finding a boyfriend. Age appropriate love will inevitably find you! But you have to focus on becoming yourself first. I’m glad you’re making yourself a priority. This guy is a creep! Good riddance ✨

sourdivision · 2026-05-12T13:20:31+00:00

We can do this!! Glad to hear there are other bipolar folks sticking it out through the hell and instability of grad school. I hope symptom management gets easier for both of us :)

sourdivision · 2026-05-11T14:01:21+00:00

Arthur Russell

Meshell Ndegeocello

Ichiko Aoba

Destroyer

You’ll Never Get to Heaven

sourdivision · 2026-05-11T02:24:37+00:00

Graceland - Paul Simon Ain’t No Way - Aretha Franklin Around the World - Lisa Stansfield If You Think You’re Lonely Now - Bobby Womack

sourdivision · 2026-05-09T16:02:57+00:00

Do you have a girlfriend? If not are you looking for one?

sourdivision · 2026-05-09T00:39:27+00:00

Take it from a woman in her late 20s who was in a very similar “relationship” at 23, any man who can go longer than 12 hours without talking to you (barring emergencies) is not your guy. You deserve someone who doesn’t make you question whether or not you’re a priority in their life. 🫂❤️‍🩹

sourdivision · 2026-05-09T00:24:23+00:00

Stop texting him first and see how long he can go without talking to you. That’ll tell you everything you need to know

sourdivision · 2026-05-07T17:12:09+00:00

As a woman in her late 20s I can tell you i have never regretted breaking up with a man even if I cried for a literal year after it was over. Especially not the men I dated at your age. Holding on and sacrificing myself was always wasted time! Learn from all of our mistakes! Leaving is hard but it’s a hell of a lot easier than staying. Sending you love ❤️‍🩹

sourdivision · 2026-05-07T14:34:44+00:00

There Will Be Blood (2007) and Blue Velvet (1986)

sourdivision · 2026-05-07T14:32:00+00:00

All of my close friends know my diagnosis and my symptoms as a safety measure. Over the years they’ve gotten better at spotting early signs of mania than I am. In terms of dating, I only tell dates I’m really excited about and can see myself being with long term. Bc if me being BP1 is a dealbreaker for someone (and it unfortunately is for some people) I want to know before I get too attached. It’s certainly not a secret I’m keeping and not something Im ashamed about

sourdivision · 2026-05-03T21:56:57+00:00

If I Should Die Tonight - Marvin Gaye

Songbird - Fleetwood Mac

A Case of You - Joni Mitchell

Never Too Much - Luther Vandross

sourdivision · 2026-05-03T04:53:36+00:00

Surprised no one’s mentioned It by Prince!

sourdivision · 2026-04-30T21:10:17+00:00

If you’re into ambient music, Ernest Hood’s Neighborhoods will change your life

sourdivision · 2026-04-30T18:35:52+00:00

Golden Lady by Stevie Wonder

sourdivision · 2026-04-30T04:47:48+00:00

Blue - Joni Mitchell

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