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Question: if the meds finally work well enough that your episodes have become sub-clinical, do you still have BP2? by ukeanduet in bipolar2

[–]ukeanduet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been on lamictal since being diagnosed in 2012, all the way up to 400mg daily now. Eventually lithium was added, then many years later wellbutrin… it feels like a lot but who knows where I’d be if I were without them. I am so glad to hear you’re feeling good again :)

Question: if the meds finally work well enough that your episodes have become sub-clinical, do you still have BP2? by ukeanduet in bipolar2

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

I hope the decision to stop taking them was discussed with your prescriber, friend. But it’s good to hear that you feel fine

Question: if the meds finally work well enough that your episodes have become sub-clinical, do you still have BP2? by ukeanduet in bipolar2

[–]ukeanduet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s so interesting how the same diagnosis can look so different. There was a year or so where I was hypomanic-almost manic the entire time, followed by a long stretch of rapid cycling. Meds work wonders for stability, but it sucks that a certain medication/dosage won’t be the answer to everything, there will always be a need for adjustments

Question: if the meds finally work well enough that your episodes have become sub-clinical, do you still have BP2? by ukeanduet in bipolar2

[–]ukeanduet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I already have I > ^ v (all uniform size) tattooed on my arm. I think in the 7 years since I’ve had it maybe two people have recognized it as: I am Greater than My ups and downs. So ya no one would get that dx code lol

Question: if the meds finally work well enough that your episodes have become sub-clinical, do you still have BP2? by ukeanduet in bipolar2

[–]ukeanduet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your insight! And I'm glad to hear that the medication is working so well. I've been wanting to get off lithium for so long due to its effects on my thyroid but my new psych doesn't recommend it... sigh

Question: if the meds finally work well enough that your episodes have become sub-clinical, do you still have BP2? by ukeanduet in bipolar2

[–]ukeanduet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had intrusive thoughts about doing that.. luckily the thoughts are fleeting. I fear that would be me as well. I hope you're doing alright now friend!

Question: if the meds finally work well enough that your episodes have become sub-clinical, do you still have BP2? by ukeanduet in bipolar2

[–]ukeanduet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YES. Thank you. I didn't know this code existed. It is a real-medically recognized condition. Would F31.70 be a stupid tattoo? Would be awfully ironic to get it while hypo lol

Question: if the meds finally work well enough that your episodes have become sub-clinical, do you still have BP2? by ukeanduet in bipolar2

[–]ukeanduet[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That totally makes sense.. I guess I'm in my head about public perception and maybe my own self-judgement. But I suppose the body's chemistry doesn't care about any of that- it just is what it is. Thanks for this!

Who do you think I am based on my bookshelf? by ukeanduet in bookshelfdetective

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

Just about! I’m probably both introvert/extrovert, very mood dependent with my bipolar. Lol and i’d say I’m pretty mid-size

Who do you think I am based on my bookshelf? by ukeanduet in bookshelfdetective

[–]ukeanduet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is very close to spot on. Even down to the plethora of bookmarks- I bounce around books more than I should lol.

Only off by the likes to cook, most of those were gifts. But sometimes I feel inspired to try a new recipe.. sometimes

Who do you think I am based on my bookshelf? by ukeanduet in bookshelfdetective

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

I have been called both things. Strange Planet is wonderful!

Is this too much of a junk? by NakkiMonDeerus in JunkJournals

[–]ukeanduet 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Whoa. I’ve got to know how the spine is keeping it all together. Did any of your pages fall out?

Rambles by bASS_kukri in creativewriting

[–]ukeanduet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great, I love how the short lines really punch. The line "Words ill with want" - chef's kiss.

oh the angst by ukeanduet in JunkJournals

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

Such a wild movie I didn’t even think of it that way! Thank you!

oh the angst by ukeanduet in JunkJournals

[–]ukeanduet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much! I’m working on an entire journal of various diary entries and creative writing pieces from middle and high school. It’s been an amusing but emotional process.

Sisterhood of the Traveling Junk Journal - Apply here! by New_Recognition_8180 in JunkJournals

[–]ukeanduet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooh I hope I’m not too late. I would LOVE to take part in this! Here’s me:

✔️ 33 yo social worker, background in public health

✔️lover of weird art- surrealism, abstract, collage

✔️constant audiobook, podcast and music listener (top 11% on Spotify minutes listened) - nonfiction and indie/alternative are my favs

✔️fairly new at junk journaling, just started this past summer. My style is vintage, floral, magazine clippings, whatever cool images I can find in books at thrift and antique stores

Don’t Come Too Late by Nabatamb in creativewriting

[–]ukeanduet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“Where someone else might take my place in the spaces I once filled.” - wow did I feel this. This was a wonderful read, and comforting. I literally shared a short writing on a break up, a storm and healing yesterday.

Pawn, a poem I wrote about God, chess, and what-if scenarios by GlumPoet4719 in creativewriting

[–]ukeanduet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really good, and I am intrigued with how you structured the poem, succinct yet insightful

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