I walk at the dogpark everyday and it't nice because I can find people to talk to, which is a good distraction. When I'm depressed or anxious I force myself to get out and exercise or run errands. I pray everyday,meditate, and read dailey affirmations. watching TV or doing my photoshop helps to quiet my mind. I like to also spend time alone to decompress. Going out to movies, dinner or concerts also helps with anxiety and depression.

@pyrofful

6 жыл бұрын

Pray, praise and give Thanks! Sounds like a system you have

1- swimming ! 2- avoiding negative people..seriously no second chances! 3- Schedule

@cooleyjenn

3 жыл бұрын

I love swimming too!! ❤️

@jacquipeoples6147

Жыл бұрын

I hear ya doll!! I NEED to stay away from negative people, trigger! So no ta, not a fan 😂

@martinoffl

Жыл бұрын

🤦🤦🤦🤦🤦it doesn't cause by negative or positive peoples . It is the rare disorder where your logical mind completely shuts down and u will remained as uncontacted with reality...

@relakz9097

4 ай бұрын

negative people make me insane

1. Blog my thoughts through creative writing. 2. Work and Spend my time with the people and animals that love me the most. 3. 750 mg Depakote

Thanks Hannah - you are such a dude! My three things are: 1. Be alert to my sleep patterns...and what makes me miss sleep (like alcohol). 2. Steer clear of stimulants - like most bi-polar people I'm really sensitive to drugs like marijuana / caffeine / mushrooms. Of course that sensitivity means they can really blow my mind (in a good way) but they can also derail me and disrupt my sleep patterns. 3. Find a med that works - stick with it - don't mix it with other drugs - I've found my absolute minimum maintenance dose (which is a lot lower than my doctor was telling me!) This help minimise things like weight gain and feeling dopey. 4 (a bonus tip). I am an individual with great potential and a unique path to tread. OK manic phases are embarrassing and potentially damaging - I don't want any more of those thank you - but they are also pretty funny when you gain a bit of perspective. Remember - your life is for you to learn a better way. Don't let a bi-polar label stop you from chasing your dreams.

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Richard. I love all of those. There are many people with bipolar who are still down on themselves. If you were ever in that spot, I'd like to know what turned it around for you? Thanks, Hannah

@topnotchlife3691

Жыл бұрын

Nice explanation...let me apply in my life..I'm also a bipolar survivor

Thank you for sharing. I healed my bipolar completely. We were not born this way. We were broken along the way.

@marypettiford1020

2 жыл бұрын

How did you heal

@teachermasangu1158

Ай бұрын

Am also interested to know how you healed😊

So random question thing. I have bipolar 2 as well. And with each stage (depressed, hypomanic., and midline) I forget what the other stages feel like. Like if Im mid line I completely forget what I was like, how I felt, what I thought when I was depressed or hypo, and the same goes for any stage. Its like that didn't happen and doesn't exist until it happens again. Does anyone else do that? It freaks me out and makes me feel like I lose months or a year of time each time I switch

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

I can definitely relate to these feelings. We live with a disorder that emphasizes our emotions in an extreme way. Meaning that when you get out of a depressive episode and are completely the opposite, it's hard to even comprehend the feelings you had when you were so low. I understand this can make you lose track of time and I think its something we have to get used to. Our emotions and the way our mind works are heavily labeled and this is not a good thing in my opinion. We analyze every emotion, whether good or bad, because that is what we have been taught to do. We have to go with the flow of bipolar disorder and not beat ourselves down for feeling these extreme emotions that cause our lives to be an ongoing story book. I hope this helps! Please continue to update me on your progress. Thanks! Hannah

@melissarenae1334

5 жыл бұрын

This happens to me too

@adamspros

5 жыл бұрын

Wow you just described my lifelong battle! I am 44 and just diagnosed w/ bipolar 2. I have been chasing ADD and depression since 15. I now have 2 little boys and going through a legal separation. I have been so low, this new diagnosis provides me with some hope that I will be able to maintain a job and somehow find a way to support my family! Please share any experiences w/ medication, spirituality, exercise, etc...Thanks!

@gisellegee5984

5 жыл бұрын

Relateable.

@Alex-zl5ht

4 жыл бұрын

yea, i started recording myself talking about my depression while i was depressed and that was the only way I could really see how bad my depression was when i wasn't in it anymore

Thank you for your video. You have motivated many people to share helpful hints. I do many things to manage my bipolar 1. I write in a notebook every day to focus on things to be grateful for and to keep track of my progress on my dreams/goals. I have to always be working on some project: maybe training for a race or studying for a test. I feel real good when i find someone with mental illness that i can try to help. At times, intense exercise was the only thing that could calm me. Thanks Again.

Thanks for sharing your experience. My part of story is that, I knew a few years back that I have this disorder and I treated it like a disease, something that can be cured. It lead to greater problems. The greatest challenge was to accept the fact that this is who I am, this is something that defines me, I can never run away from myself. Acceptance is the best way to deal with this disorder. Accept it, and don't be too tough on yourself. Do things that you like and never let others define you, don't compare yourself to others. Live will look normal.

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Shakeel Alam. Welcome to our community. You bring up a great point. Like you and many people with bipolar disorder, it takes time to learn about it and accept it for what it is. And then there's accepting yourself for who you are. I like your advice on being gentle with yourself. Thank you! Hannah

@AshTheDuke

6 ай бұрын

same here i gotta have stopping medicines for it, i hate how others define me

Thank you so much for CHOOSING to think positive! That's such a blessing in our BP life!

1. Meds: litium lamictal and abilify 2. Decrease stress...i do not work 3. Wait a while before making major decisions

@SheIsTired

6 жыл бұрын

same here :)

@sherlockholmes882

6 жыл бұрын

Why don't you work? How do you manage expenses. Please explain.

@JPZ16974

5 жыл бұрын

amen on the number 3, even on meds i can faintly hear my manic desires but i don't act on them like I once did

@samacker77youtube

5 жыл бұрын

Lithium does not help now. :/

@reneewalker1115

4 жыл бұрын

@@samacker77youtube I had a severe and uncomfortable reaction to lithium, the side effects were so intense and my body felt like it was deteriorating. i know that everyone responds differently to medications, but that was my experience. lithium also requires you to make life changes as well as blood tests and just made me feel like i was different and disabled. i went off of it after three weeks because i just couldnt stand how it made me feel. anyone thinking about going on lithium please do lots of research before making that decision

I write stories ...well I've been writing all my life , but I've started doing short stories or prices where a "character " which is loos.y based on me struggles with my disorder or other mental disorders and I make up situations that I've faced or have heard of and just let my hand type . It helps . Music is a big help . I have a "happy " list" and a calming list for when I need to calm down . And by the way I love your makeup . I used to be good with eyeliner 😩 but I went a year without it and I've forgotten 😂😂

@BriannaLifeCoach

6 жыл бұрын

Joy Mechell i write poetry 😀

My gf has this 😩 Am trying my best to help her

@edhukuindhavela1491

4 ай бұрын

Same here!

@barbara3911

2 ай бұрын

I have a mood disorder, not quite BP, but my partner is the light in my life. I see how he makes an effort to help me when I'm struggling and I appreciate it more than words can express.

Hanna you are so inspirational! thank you. I try to follow these ways of coping with bipolar /borderline PD 1) I let my mind go where it wants and think what it wants. Then I remind it what is real and what is not. what is acceptable, and what is not. I also dig to find where that mean thought came from . usually pain from the past. I then try to remind myself that the pain is over , and nobody is going to hit, punch, verbally assault me again . 2) I have to have a routine. This means I like starting the day with several relaxing steps (tea , music, funny late night show clips on youtube) 3) I avoid places that I know I can't handle during peak times. This includes grocery stores, banks, even job titles that I know I can't handle. ie "phone dial rep, receptionist.." . or cashier dealing with the public. Still trying to find work has been very difficult. I've been turned down now for half a dozen jobs in my old line of work ..i'm over 50 so kinda the culture that I was in. You must be able to pick up and fly across the country in a heartbeat. you must be able to stand for 10-12 hours a day .. etc.. But I never lose hope . I write my book. I practice my life coaching..I coach my partner with PTSD of 19 years and make sure he is taken care of. I remind myself each day that some days are gonna be face down lol but if I keep going, i'm going to be soaring again , nothing but blue skies :) Be blessed

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hi J. Pierre. I appreciate the compliment. I can tell that you've learned a lot about yourself and managing bipolar. Would you say that having a daily routine has been one of the keys to your stability? I find it's important to me. Thanks, Hannah

@sherlockholmes882

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience Sir. It was really helpful.

@reneewalker1115

4 жыл бұрын

Yes! keep going! you can do it. we all can if we invest time in believing ourselves.

This was a great video Hannah. I am still trying to figure out ways to deal with my symptoms, but I find that at least for me, reading something, or playing a game, talking to someone is always a great distraction when I'm having a rough day, which seem to keep coming. Been having more "manic" days, but I hope to someday incorporate strategies to make the rough days a little less rough! Love your videos and looking forward to next week!

Hey Hannah ..u have no idea how greatly u have helped me...that one point ...no pressure in doing things rights ..that helped me a lot..u should continue ur work.. u have the way to help ppl by jz speaking.. u are a great healer

I just want to thank you so much for posting this. I try to be an optimist too and often feel very discouraged when my loved ones tell me to "tone down" or try to steer me in what direction I should FEEL... but you're right. I needed to hear this so much. Thank you!

@healthyplace

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Karina. I get it. It's so frustrating and angering when that happens. This is really difficult, but at some point you might tell them "enough already". Another way of dealing with that is just tuning it out; but that's a challenge too. Don't give up on the optimistic side of yourself. Hannah

There’s a difference between rejecting reality vs filtering your media and avoiding upset. Sounds to me like you know it’s tough and that other people experience it differently. Thanks for this video, nice perspective.

Thanks for your video! I'm newly diagnosed bipolar i and your words are very helpful to me. It's so hard to not trust my brain after trusting it my whole life and I really like what you say about leaning into your bipolar brain: go with it and don't try to muffle it. Thanks Again!

Love your attitude about bipolar! Three ways I manage my typy 1 bipolar: 1) lifestyle, structure days and get good sleep and eat well work out etc 2) art or anything creative, journaling, hobbies etc 3) give myself grace when I fall just get back up and don't beat myself up. Let the emotions happen

There are so many methods I incorporate daily to strategically deal with my bipolar disorder... but if I had to choose the top 3 ways, here are they: 1) Remember to always take my medication in the morning. I can't stress how important this is enough. I've been diagnosed as bipolar for nearly 5 years already, there had been multiple occasions through these years where I attempted to come off my medication... all against my doctor's advice. Let's just say they all ended up being terribly bad relapse phases. Recently, I spoke with my therapist who shared with me that coming off my medication (against doctor's advice) is just part of the illness and many people do that too. Medication helps me and that shall always remain the truth. Henceforth, ALWAYS remember to take medication at regular times! 2) Follow facts/logic/evidence and not feelings - pretend you're some rational Nancy Drew or Sherlock Holmes. I am unfortunately a natural worrier. I get worried so easily and when I don't control my emotions, they really take over me. And then I go absolutely nuts. One way I deal with being my emotionally-driven character trait is to actively have a reasonable mind (from DBT). Anytime I am faced with anxiety or worrying thoughts, I tell myself these 4 words - REAL BUT NOT TRUE. Yes, the worries are real, the negative feelings are indeed existing in my head right now. But, these negative thoughts are evidently not factual and not happening in the present moment. Why should I let myself be upset over things which are not factually/evidently true? Let go and live in the immediate present moment. 3) Don't stay up too late into the night! I'm not sure how the science works here but getting enough rest/sleep ALWAYS helps the next morning with keeping me calm and not like cranky. Positive energies for the win! Being cranky sucks, cuz I feel like sometimes the crankiness can escalate into a really bad episode or day even. Therefore, it is definitely better to avoid this by going to sleep early at night x

I love all of your videos Hannah. And you are right. I try to distract myself too & a lot of times it works but when it doesn't I meditate & imagine a beautiful waterfall & take in all the images

Bipolar 2 diagnosis last May, 2022. 1. Sleep. It's so important. 2. Try to avoid really fatty food. It wreaks havoc on your moods. 3. Limit the stress at work and your environment. 4. Avoid and I mean AVOID people who bring you down and question your illness in a negative way. 5. Educate family. This will come in handy and those around you will be prepared to give you support/love. You'll need this along the way. 6. Take time for you. 7. Avoid alcahol as this can trigger depression and suicidal thoughts. 8. Limit your time on social media and know when to say no to gatherings/things youbaren't comfortable with. 9. Find a healthy outlet during your done periods - art, reading, ect.

I love your upbeat take on your state of being, and refusing to be beaten down by it and society. Finding what's good about YOU, refusing to be a cookie-cutter person, and through your enthusiasm, encouraging us.

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Imelda. It's taken time but I like where I'm at. Whether one has a mental illness or not, there will always be people who want to make you feel "less than." Stay away from them. Hang out with people who are encouraging and positive. It'll make a big difference, I promise. Secondly, find your own strengths and use those as tools to your success in life. Do things you're good at. I'd like to know what you're doing to feel good about yourself. I hope you'll subscribe and join our community. Thanks, Hannah

@imeldapearce

6 жыл бұрын

I feel so special with your thoughtful reply. Tonight I was playing my violin and my son was playing piano. We were improvising. It's what I've wanted to do for years, but I had gotten away from it. After meeting the artist of a painting of a vibrant woman violinist, which I had bought a year ago, I was inspired to play again, That musical creativity is what blooms just before I become hypomanic, which scares me.

I'm going to look up that book Thank you for sharing really needed to hear this

Ohhhh HANNAH, My fav video by farrrrr. I so needed to hear this tonight. Thank you

@healthyplace

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Judith. I am so happy to hear that you can relate! Thank you! -Hannah

What you have to say fits in well with such a broad scope of self help for the mind. People need this perspective...when is your book coming out?

Great video! Thanks for sharing your story!!

Love your real ness and optimism about it :)

I think you’re very courageous for posting this. For me, it’s a condition, not a disorder but whatever term works for the individual. I think the world is polarised, more than ever now, politically especially, but that’s not to say bipolarity isn’t particular to the individual as well, indeed chemical. I agree with the health regime below 👇 and would add, for me, creativity is a healthy way for me to channel the more extreme sides of the condition. That and 100mg of lamotragine. Peace, love and balance.

@healthyplace

5 жыл бұрын

Hi! I agree, it seems there are so many different variations of the term that it's hard to pinpoint which one is correct. I like to use "condition" as well. I love what you say about 'creativity is a healthy way for me to channel the more extreme sides of the condition.' Everyone has different forms of treatment. Thank you for commenting! -Hannah

Thank you. I don't feel alone now. Suddenly my problems are not mine alone. Happy to find a place where people understand what is without any explaining 😍😅❤

I have that book because im a bad ass. Thank you. Your video are changing my perception.

Thank you for speaking up about your Bipolar Disorder. I agree with you, we have to avoid toxicity in any facet, as this can majorly affect my mood at least in my experience. As you mentioned, keeping my mind busy is another great way. I'm just trying to find a tip to stop going from 0 to 100 in .5 seconds.

@teachermasangu1158

Ай бұрын

It's draining especially when you try yet still end up failing

Thank you for making this ❤️

Thank you, good food for thought - oh yes, food! Lots of fish oil and fibre. No coffee or other stimulants like sugar :(. And no over stimulating people - either too vibrant or too negative. Am currently working on 'resilience' starting it by working with a counsellor to manage my emotional reactivity, through developing mindfulness, developing back up plans, working on being calm, staying patient, slow breathing to slow down. Meditation weekly with a group and daily by myself really helps me get centred. Regular sleep is vital and now I go to the gym for increased physical strength which is grounding and affirming. Sometimes I can barely do a circuit but then it's the turning up there that helps. Re Cri Sis and lack of insight into whether down, up or mid line - I am exactly the same! It's to do with the disconnect that happens in our brains. I kept mood charts for years and still couldn't quite connect with the phase I was in. Now I see it more as expansive or contracted and when contracted I am much slower with joint aches and....constipation! so I follow physical signs to indicate which mood phase I am in. When the switch happens upwards, or outwards, I wake up hungry and...go to the toilet for a #2!! Then I know where I am at!

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your sharing those tips and your insights, Marion. I mentioned in an earlier video that, at times, I find it difficult to deal with things in therapy, but going definitely helps me. Hannah

Thanks for sharing. Three ways I manage my bipolar is : 1 a plantbased/vegan diet 2. Practising yoga 3. Be my authentic, expressive self ALL the time and only attracting those who are down with that. X

Yeah. Those are familiar approaches towards self-acceptance. I'm really grateful to have read a book about a year ago that at first, might not have. It was the title that created a strongly mixed reaction. By the last chapter the author elaborated more of her reason for the wording. By then I'd already forgiven any discomfort I'd felt about it due to her self-effacing humor, thoughtful analysis, and sincere compassion. (I'm not even a wrestling fan. I looked up clips on KZread to see what she had been through.) I highly recommend the memoir by AJ Mendez Brooks, (aka AJ Lee.) I learned by her heartfelt narrative voice that she was neither glorifying nor demonizing her genetic heritage. She really just owned it as part of her experience, as well as acknowledged how it had shaped her character. Here's the title, finally: Crazy Is My Super Power.

I have found Bipolar can best be managed by what you *subtract* from your life, even more so than what you add. These are influences that effect everyone, but in Bipolar they can amplify a hypo-manic or manic-depressive state. *1. Alcohol. Stimulants. Sugar:* These substances wreak havoc on the body's dopamine system which amplifies the chemical: *Mania* and eventually depletes the chemical: *Depression.* Serotonin also plays a huge role, but it isn't as easily manipulated by exogenous substances as Dopamine is. *2. Artifical blue light, and heavy stimulation after sundown:* This brain stimulation really screws with your Circadian Rhythm, the brain's pacemaker for your sleep and wake cycles - *which in turn fuels insomnia & sleep deprivation.* Circadian Rhythm disorders are the *2nd highest correlation & causation* of Bipolar symptomology, the 1st being a hereditary connection in a parent or grandparent. *3. Toxic people, influences and enablers:* If you are truly serious about managing your condition and you have people in your orbit who are alcoholics, drug addicts, extreme all night party types or simply just full of toxic personal life drama - *you must* limit & ideally sever your association with them if you want a fighting chance at managing this illness. Sound harsh? It is, but if you don't they will always be a 10 Ton anchor keeping you tethered to toxic dysfunction and making your mental well-being impossible. A simple way to look at it. *These people are the peanuts to your nut allergy.* Hope this helps, good luck in your management 👍🏻.

@dawnwagner1646

4 жыл бұрын

"I have found Bipolar can best be managed by what you subtract from your life, even more so than what you add." YES...thank you.

@user-xy3tq5qn4s

2 ай бұрын

Very helpful! Thank you!🙏

You are amazing! I hope you are well today !

1. Walk 2. Sleeping for 9-11 hours. 3. Humor. Diet plan: Not to consume: Caffeine, Liquor, salt, fat, sugar Healthy foods: apple, peas, almonds, walnuts, dark 🍫 fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, cold-water fish, eggs, low-fat dairy, soy products, and nuts and seeds. Omega 3 This diet chart is from research.

@sherlockholmes882

6 жыл бұрын

Malwinder Singh Thanks bro. I will try to follow the diet plan.

@dr.ankitadebnath89

6 жыл бұрын

It's a nice diet chart. I'll try to follow as well. Can I have cod liver oil capsules? I heard that it is good for bpad.. Recently been diagnosed with it after my first episode and been a rough journey since then. ☹️😖 I'm trying mindfulness by meditating. But I don't wanna get dependent on medicines, is that fine?

@msinghsaggu

6 жыл бұрын

I don't know about capsules that you mentioned. I don't think one should stop taking medicines without consulting doctor.

@dr.ankitadebnath89

6 жыл бұрын

Yea u r right.. I've been prescribed with some medicine but I'm too scared to take them as I don't want to get too dependent on them. Is that OK? I'm trying to eat and sleep properly also meditating my stress out, is it fine to what I'm doing??

@dr.ankitadebnath89

6 жыл бұрын

I haven't started with medicines

1. I workout at the Fitness Center to manage my bipolar 2. I associate only with positive people 3. Take my meds for bipolar.

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hello Phyllis. Welcome to the HealthyPlace community. I hope you subscribe and join us. I appreciate that suggestions. I'm a big believer in all three. I've been consistently practicing 2 and 3. With the new year, I'm working my way back to the fitness center. I'm wondering, in what way has working out helped with your bipolar disorder? Thanks, Hannah

@phyllissmith302

6 жыл бұрын

Keeps me focus and my mind active on the good things in life. And my meds are great for me it helps me from having mania episodes I have bipolar 1

@rosearabian8295

6 жыл бұрын

Step 2 is so important xx

@kanyeslaysurfav

4 жыл бұрын

HealthyPlace Mental Health what kind are you prescribed because I got prescribed seroquel today and I don’t want to take it because of my strong fear of weight gain

Hi Hannah, You are welcome. My counellor doesn't want to work on the past - which is actually why I went to see her - but focusses on how I am coping with stressors week by week and then gives me strategies. Not what I was really looking for but a) it is less stressful and b) is actually helpful. I guess any reactivity that is happening, due to a past issue, is at least being given a strategy to manage it, even though my preference was always to remove the reactivity, rathen than put a bandaid over it. I have tried trauma therapists without much luck so shall still with current counsellor.

I’m with you 100% Hannah! To me this illness is your own and have to find what program works best for you and disregard all the BS on “How to be” advise from people that don’t even know you?!

Hannah I love your videos . I listen to Queen which usually helps. I will watch my favorite movies. Try to get out in the sunshine. But like you said it not always works ...i try my best. Btw love love love your eyemakeup. You should put an eyemakeuo tutorial because it always looks beautiful. Thank you again i told my psychiatrist about finding you and how much you helped me get through discouraging times. You are a true blessing.😊🙏

@healthyplace

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Sherri! That is so nice of you to say, and maybe one day I will share my makeup routine. Makeup has been a way for me to cope in many ways with my lows. I love Queen. Definitely check out their new movie. Thank you for the support! -Hannah

@sherrisanders7478

5 жыл бұрын

@@healthyplace im obsessed with new movie & love Rami Malek👑

Trying to find sanity in a world that makes you feel insane -- that may be the most relatable thing ever. It's a mission to find a way to make it through some days and it REALLY doesn't help when people want to treat you like you're either a ticking time bomb 😑

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

"It REALLY doesn't help when people want to treat you like you're either a ticking time bomb." RoqueSox Uncut, that's why it's important to hook up with people who have bipolar disorder and can understand what you're going through. Maybe an in-person support group would help. www.NAMI.org and www.DBSAlliance.org have groups that meet in most mid and large cities throughout the U.S. What do you think about that? Hannah

Excellent!!! Well said!

Im scared .... I've been diagnosed with bipolar depression and some extra stuff which I can't even remember I don't like medicine I feel like I'm being a shell today was one of my bad days but I did decided I am not going to let it control me and I am going to express myself so I found your video and you said it I thought to myself well she could do that I know I can so thank you

Obsession with suicide, drugs, and attacking anyone close to me

I love music! I write songs for people & myself. I'm naturally a people person so when im so called "Hypo-manic" I really enjoy being creative in everyway. Also, love drawing 💕👍

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Ellohé. I just visited your channel. I love your voice and your music videos. Do you use music to also manage your moods? (P.S. if you'd like to do a video on bipolar together, please let me know. Just send an email to info (AT) healthyplace.com and I'll get back to you.) Hannah

@rosebelike9722

6 жыл бұрын

HealthyPlace Mental Health Yes! Making music, making oil paintings, playing with my pitbull etc.. The list goes on & on with how I deal with my creative energy lol How long in length should I make my video? I would love 2 make one ❤

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Please send me an email to: info@healthyplace.com and I'll send you the details. Thanks :)

@rosebelike9722

6 жыл бұрын

HealthyPlace Mental Health just emailed you 😎

One thing I do sometimes to come with something is trying to find celebs that have the Same problems as me. For me it helps Celebs with Bipolar: Mariah Carey,Demi Lovato,Halsey,Kanye West... Celebs with anxiety:Ariana Grande,Selena Gomez,Kendall Jenner,Cara Delevigne Celebs with depression:Selena Gomez,Cara Delevigne

Thanks it was helpful . Knowing others see the world as insane somedays and need rest from it . I need rest from rude , disgusting teachers pets at work .

ty simple and short

I’m trying to find motivation to get myself out of bed!!! I feel blah and sad today

I want to understand myself. I don't expect others to understand me😊

Nice I'm bipolar 1. thanks for posting this!

Thanks Hana that really helpful

i am ocd and bipolar. it helped me dear. thank u

@rathnapavani7615

2 ай бұрын

Hi

Just want to share this thought goes along with the embracing the BP2. During a recent "crash" my hubby & I had a really insightful talk that helped. He asked me if I had a ring that would take away the BP2, would I wear it? It gave me pause... I asked if I could just try it on to see how I felt. He asked if I fear I would lose who I am if I wore it. Actually, I think I would- BP2 is part of who I am, who I've always been. He asked if it just took away the extreme ups & downs, would I wear it? My thoughts were I would because I loathe the extreme depression or irritability that impedes my ability to function. I'd forgotten how bad these extremes could get until my meds had stopped working & I crashed. THAT I can live without! But the lesser ups/downs I can cope with & are ok. I don't want to lose that intensity which the BP2 brings. Anyways, I hope this discovery in myself may help others in their perspective of BP2 :-)

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Jenni, I've been thinking about your comment. It's like a good dream. Who wouldn't want their dream to come true? But what I found interesting was your comment about bipolar 2 being a part of who you are. Sometimes, I'll see someone write that bipolar disorder isn't who you are. And while I understand where they're coming from, in reality it is a big part of me. It's affected every part of my life and I spend a good amount of time dealing with it on a daily basis. So in that regard, it has become a part of me. What do you think about that? Thanks for taking the time to comment. Hannah

@jennywrenn469

6 жыл бұрын

I agree, it is a daily part of my life too. Sometimes a struggle but also sometimes fun -is it wrong to "enjoy" the hypomania when it is not negatively impacting our lives? A therapist told me folks with BP experience things more intensely- bad and good. I enjoy that with my music, horseback riding, etc. more intensely....I wouldn't trade that! But I don't think it defines us- I am not Bipolar, I have Bipolar-but it does make up part of my personality. Thanks for your response :-)

My three things are: Nature walks (I study Botany) Martial Arts Hot baths I adore your channel. Thank you for this information!

I found changing environment could help, even totally disappeared. for me, when I live in Shenzhen( near Hongkong), no bipolar at all, when I come back Tokyo, the biploar return.

Hannah, use my planner, journal, I have not found a good self-help good!, and lists

Thnx mam for sharing such info..I personally suffer with this from last 7 yrs my age is 24....I go gym to fight with myself..

@ankit.Chaudhary

4 жыл бұрын

Bhai ap thik hue

i am trying to learn how to manage my moods i do take meds but i self learned arguing or yelling at myself about the problem but trying to find something else that works because i mean i feel a little better but i still am upset so i want to learn something new

Hi thanks for that video it was great I am not diagnosised to bipolar but I definitely believe I have but the only thing holding me back is my parents as they don't believe in teens having a mental Illness .I have been getting in a lot of trouble lately as I am hypomanic and suffer with strong mood swings ,how can I focus and stop hanging with people who know are bad and are doing the wrong thing? And how can I focus in school without feeling a sense of giving up ?

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Warda. I think it's important that your parents come around and at least take you to see a doctor. We have plenty of articles on HealthyPlace about bipolar disorder in children. Maybe you could share that with them? Also, how about talking to the school counselor or nurse and see if they can talk to your parents? www.healthyplace.com/bipolar-disorder/bipolar-children/bipolar-disorder-in-teenagers-signs-symptoms-treatment/ Thanks, Hannah

Never let you hold back, and say what you fking want to say!

I'd add removing Gluten from our diet... Unfortunately I never tried... But when I eat rice I feel better than eating pasta or inflammatory products in particular with gluten. I'd not eat dairy products either.

st stopped because I just felt like I could. I’m trying to find other stories like these because I think I’m the only one. I wanna know if a change of mindset is a possibility for a cure because that’s kinda what happened with me. I just stopped like it was nothing, I didn’t try to or say I tried to stop it. I kinda just said that I didn’t have it in my head, like switching my wording and switching what I say and consume with my eyes. And yes I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, I took meds for depression and anxiety and I used to SH and everything. I just stopped and went on with my life. It’s been almost 3 years now and my life is great I kinda just started getting out of my comfort zone and grew into it. The thing is that I would’ve thought that it was gonna stay with me forever because the clinic I went to said that I have a chemical imbalance in my brain, idk if that stays or not but I wanna know how I just managed to do that and my theory is that it was my mindset but i still don’t know. If you guys know anything could you let me know what you think it is?

Hannah; thanks 4 sharing ur philosophy RE: Bipolar Disorder (& mental health conditions in general). It's similar 2 mine. However; the most effective treatment 4 Bipolar Disorder is NOT medication @ all. It's acknowledgment & recognition of what TRIGGERS the condition. Most often (more than not); it's primarily how other people (mis)handle &/or (mis)treat u (especially when abuse, bullying, & harassment r involved). Based on my personal experiences; when other people abuse, bully, & harass me & I stand up 2 & defend myself against the abusers, bullies, & harassers, my verbal outbursts r so "violent" that I'm often considered as the "aggressor" (NOT the people who provoked me). As a result, I'm punished 4 my actions w/psych meds 2 "control" MY behavior (triggered by the actions of other people as a4mentioned). W/all due respect, the mental health system (@ least here in Michigan; I'm from Detroit) r oper8d by hypocritical "power-trippers". That's been my experience.

Look up Albert Ellis.. you're love his theories, I think. Thank you for the vid!

i used marjunia to deal with it but thats not an option any more and my bipolar disorder has got so bad that im either angry or depressed every day.. how do i deal with this with out making every one around me miserable?

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hello DJ Backwood. You mentioned that your bipolar symptoms have gotten worse over time. Have you told your doctor this? It's so important to do that. Also, are you working with a therapist? That can be very helpful in dealing with the feelings and behaviors that go along with bipolar disorder. I'm doing a KZread Live at 7p ET / 6p CT tonight. I hope you'll come. Hannah

you said really well

Completely unrelated, but you remind me of a young Stevie nicks. And I mean this in a good way.

This really helped me☺️

@healthyplace

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Enola XD. Thanks for sharing that with me. Maybe you could share one thing that has helped you manage bipolar disorder. I'm always learning from others and it would be helpful for everyone here. Hannah

@enolaxd4796

5 жыл бұрын

@@healthyplace well i really don't know tbh, i pray a lot and i distract myself i take showers alot and do face mask and hair routines but i cant control my emotions its like one minute i think everything is going amazing then the next i wanna die smh but ill be okay one day im only 18 right now so but thanks so much

@ankit.Chaudhary

4 жыл бұрын

@@enolaxd4796 kya kia

1. Eat a full meal with the medicine. Hunger triggers anxiety for me :( 2. Keep your mind occupied; learn a musical instrument (this helped me greatly) 3. Limit sugar intake, trust, the sugar crash will make the depression side very inconvenient even with the medicine.

1. Meds (I take lithium and quetiapine at the moment) 2. Exercise (helps me when I'm depressed) 3. Family and friends around me that I feel happy around

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Emily. You have a great routine. Thanks for sharing it. Just wondering how much benefit you get from having positive family and friends around you. Thanks, Hannah

@emilystephens4035

6 жыл бұрын

HealthyPlace Mental Health It just really helps me mentally! I find that surounding myself with people that make me feel good about myself really helps me emotionally. It's just what I need to have a great day and help reduce depressive feelings:)

For me is get my 8 hours of sleep. Don't drink or use drugs. And use *5HTP* between 50mg and 100mg is all I need. There is things you should look up to make sure it is safe for you but for me it is awesome. I still can be ticked off and happy.....im just not crazy depressed or manic. 3 weeks I use it and 1 week I take off it. I also am on thyroid medicine (perscription) but that runs in the family and does nothing to treat the symptoms of my BP type 2.

@healthyplace

6 жыл бұрын

Hi TJ. I'm glad you found a regiment that works for you. Are you able to get 8 hours of sleep on a regular basis? Thanks, Hannah

@pyrofful

6 жыл бұрын

HealthyPlace Mental Health- Yes most of the time. It's actually crazy because after being off 5HTP for that 1 week every 3 I can tell my quality of sleep is going down hill. For instance this last break I took for 5 days I was asleep on the 5th day and had a really weird dream (don't remember now but it didn't make sense) I woke up 2 hours early and had the slight butterfly in my stomach for no reason which I knew was my BP. I took my 50mg of 5HTP went back to sleep and continued my 3 week of taking it without that type of dream or waking up sweety. Like I said I'm no doctor or anything this is just what works for me. My doctor gave me a funny look when I said it worked but I explained how it took away my symptoms and explained how it worked and he said "well sounds like you did your research....let me know if that doesn't work and we can try something else." Going on a year and a half using only 5HTP and so far so good. I wrote too much already to answer your short question but feel free to ask any other things you want to know. I would be happy to talk about it. PS no I'm not paid by any company or organisation I just like to tell people I found an alternative that works for ME

Thank you 😇

1. Water! 2. Exercise! 3. Friends!

Manage, I just go with it, its everyone else that has to deal with it.

Great video

@healthyplace

5 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks Steven! -Hannah

Yes dear you are right

I also drink fermented milk with vinegar it is great for me.

I feel like I have this do we need medicine?

have anyone quit thr medication and mnaging it naturally .. plzz let me know...

Your so positive and PRETTY

You know Kanye West(he is quite narcissistic though and too much selfish but he has his points):if being confident in a world that manipulates us with low self esteem is crazy then he’d rather not be the normal one. You know we are taught to hide and not accept what makes us different and to label them as flaws but what makes us different makes us shine though. Always remember that you will make it,You’ll achieve your dreams just keep working,believing and never doubt yourself. Remember that your dreams chose you just as you chose them. Never give up! Remember that 3+6=9 but also 4+5=9 so just because you think different doesn’t mean you’re wrong (I wrote this for everybody including myself because I’m not in a very happy place right now)

@GeeHighlights

5 жыл бұрын

True there's just a fine line between being confident and being arrogant. Real confidence tends be silent I've found.

@Moana_moo

5 жыл бұрын

Geenius Well,Kanye confirmed he has Bipolar disorder but that’s not his biggest problem-and sure as hell he has some other problems . He acts like he is Messiah and he always tries to be the center of attention. I mean he was asked why he supports Trump and he said”Because people told me to not”. He basically always does what he supposed to not just to show he is a free thinker. He said he doesn’t think what he says or does he simply does it because he thinks that’s what “free thinking means”. He even left Ellen speechless and Trump speechless talking about his hat who gives him superpowers. He thinks like that destigmatizes mental illness but he simply doesn’t on the contrary

I have BP2 as well and at 40 years old I still don't know shit about controlling it.

U go girl

Play games, research an d understand, and draw near to those that love me regardless of my disorders.

Need you to come back. Need advice

I'm bipolar since more den decade, please help

They kept me for a long time and nobody is listening

I am 1 bipolar or bipolar period.

One thing that's important is to never give in to your crashes, no matter how difficult it is. Keep struggling and do what you can to live. I once gave up life after my 2nd major crash(had no problem with my other crashes and pulled through my first major one) and have been really struggling since then, it's a black hole that'll suck you in. Keep your head up, my brothers and sisters. Remember that it always gets better like the seasons

One of the best things you can do is get a relationship with god it has helped me alot

@user-xy3tq5qn4s

2 ай бұрын

Excellent!

We miss you!

I don't WANT TO GET DEPRESSED AND HURT OTHER PEOPLE

God, good eating, and water, exercise.

Enough sleep will make ur mind s table

What medication do you take ? Can we manage bipolar without MEDICATION ??

Fasting and urine therapy.