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I came across your videos years ago its amazing how you can speak about it . i was about 30 when i first learned about this and was diagnosed after a lot of trial an error im a stage 3. thank you for speaking out an helping others understand.
At 75 years of age, I have been through all of the health problems that you have talked about including two nearly successful suicide attempts. I was diagnosed with failure to adjust to adult life after my first manic episode while in the Army in 1976. It was not until 1983 that I had a depressive episode that I was properly diagnosed with bipolar disorder. As a veteran, I was able to be followed for the next 23 years by the same psychiatrist, and the continuity of my care continues with having seen the same Clinical Psychologist ever since.
Hi Linda! I’m so grateful for you taking the time to share your experience with the community. Thank you for your vulnerability. You are a true warrior my friend. By definition! I would love to invite you to my private community… We have a really amazing group of people there. Here is a link in case you’d like to check it out: www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors -Rob
Glad you are still with us! My husband experienced similar things in his early 20's, but never sought treatment. He finally got a diagnosis in 2022, at 62 years old. He is being a pain about treatment, but I am doing my best help him. You comment gives me a little more hope. Thank you!
This video made me teary eyed. I am 60 years old, Was in denial for many years, I wouldn't wish my brain on anyone. Bipolar is EXHAUSTING. First time seeing your videos. compassionate and comforting. Thank you.
Denial is part of the illness. It makes us suspicious of others’ intentions at times. Especially when we are terrified. Sometimes, we are paying it forward. One of my college instructors said maybe we are our neurotransmitters. Yikes!
Bipolar disorder is not going to define me. I do not smoke, I do not drink, I eat a vegetarian diet and weight train 5 days a week. I’m almost 40 and was diagnosed at a young age. I really cleaned my life up at 30. My recent blood work was perfect, my ecg normal. Stay on your meds and make a conscious effort to LIVE everyday, you don’t have to be a victim.
80 & still surviving well physically, although still suffering mentally, even with meds. These statistics are skewed because of suicide. If we can avoid that, and take care of ourselves, I don’t think those odds pertain. Glad you’re doing well 👍🏻
Thank you, I was recently diagnosed and just went through a massive sway in my mood. But i managed to steer back fairly quickly, this channel will really help me manage the illness much better. Its hard not to feel like a victim when you are as depressed as can be but i think acceptance of your own situation and your own experience is key, even if the surroundings doesnt fully understand what you are going through. You cant expect people to understand, its not their fault that they dont understand. They dont go through the same things as you.
This is inspiring! I was the BEST health mind, body and soul when I quit drinking alcohol for almost two years and ate super healthy. It was magic. Just hard to maintain...
For some reason this makes me happy that I am going to die around 65. I actually wish I died earlier. My soul is tired. I have lived a clean, vegetarian, tee totaler, spiritual life all my life. I have bipolar for 33 years. And I'm treatment resistant now . Just had four sessions of of ECT with terrible side effects. I had ketamine infusions and TMS. I am tired 😢
🙏🙏 my husband was 68. Being in a constant state of stress causes a cytokine storm in body, which causes inflammation, inflammation causes so many issues. Arthritis, cardiovascular disease and cancer to name a few. My late husband's inflammation was so high he went from mild to severe blockage of coronary artery before he died of melenoma in October 2022😢💔 I always encouraged him to take care of his body and mind. He was stubborn. Prayers for all who suffer!
I got bipolar but also BPD so it's hard for me to wrap my head around everything the constant worrying about if I'm good enough I'm 35 and struggled sense I was 16.
Hi Ruthie… It’s hard to find words to express my condolences… i’m so sorry that you lost your hubby. This illness can be so brutal on our minds and bodies. I will keep working as hard as I possibly can to advocate for us and try to prevent others from passing away at a young age. If you need some extra support, I would love to invite you to join my private community. We actually have a live peer support group for family members and loved ones tomorrow at 12 noon. It’s a place where you can get together with others and process through difficult feelings via peer support. I hope you will consider joining us. Here’s a link: www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors -Rob
I am so sorry for your loss. My sweetheart is stubborn too, and being downsized last year did not help. He won't seek disability, file for unemployment, or seek out resources that he worked so hard for all of his life. But I am sure you know about that. And thank you for sharing.
Both my mother & my aunt suffered from undiagnosed bipolar. They self medicated with hard liquor (scotch for one, ther other vodka). Both had unsuccessful suicide attempts & passed from cancer (ages 50 & 74). I'm 65 and have self medicated before being diagnosed. Now, I control my stress levels and am on medication. I feel better and your videos are just what I need. Thank you for your time and sharing your story. It makes us all feel less alone.
I wish you wellness and perpetual hope. There are many of us out there who've inherited this unfortunate condition and your ownership and maintenance are signs of a strong and committed will. Stay strong and know that I and others are rooting for you!
Rob what a tremendous service you provide to educate people and remove the stigma of this illness. Very sobering facts but knowledge is power - God bless you!!
Hi Tracy! It’s so nice to see a comment from you my friend. Thank you so much for the kind words! I will continue to work as hard as I can advocating for us. Giant hugs! - Rob
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! It was fascinating doing the research for this video. Fascinating and terrifying. Take good care of yourself and stop by the Channel anytime. I also have an amazing community on Patreon if you’d like to join my private community. Stay well! - Rob
My brother was 67 when he was found dead in his home. He was extreme over weight, diabetic, high blood pressure and had always had depression. He was never treated for it. He did not go to the doctor for his other health problems. So he took no meds. It was not a suicide or murder he died from. He just died. Your video taught me how bi-polar shortens your life.
Thank you for such a wonderful comment! I appreciate my viewers so very much! 🥰🥰☀️☀️ -Rob Oh! Also, I have an amazing private community of people on Patreon where I’m offering live weekly support groups. There’s a link in the video description if you’d like to check it out.
My disease started at 15. I am also a doctor working in ICU. A work I still don’t know why I do, I don’t know how I get here. Both thing will shorten my life by 15 years. And I can’t even be surprised. Everything in this disease sucks.
@@Kristina_gh I feel old to change careers. Also I am in debt too, I just from overspending on my maniac episodes. In Brazil public universities are the best, and free of charges. I have been a doctor for 25 years but I have nothing. I am living with my parents and taking medications. That’s all I do besides working
I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to watch this video. I’m also extremely grateful for what you do by profession. It’s a very difficult job and so desperately needed ❤
I'll be 60y.o. in early April. I was diagnosed bi-polar a little over 20 years ago, and was started on a slew of medications for it and for depression. I knew for years and years I wasn't right, but, even after all kinds of personal events, not one person in my life tried or bothered to bring any of this to my attention. Even after a few of my over-the-top episodes. No one could be bothered then. This runs in my family like whiskey being poured freely in a bar. Life was manageable up until 2019 when my husband/lover/best friend suddenly passed away after a ridiculously fast decline in his health. I cared for him increasingly more by the day, up to that point, and less for myself. Today, I feel like a shadow of who I was or thought I was. Went from being a happy, social butterfly who took pride in himself with a couple close knit circle of friends to being... just me, and my sheepdog now. He's pretty much my entire world at this point. I never imagined I'd ever feel loneliness, hopelessness or nothingness like I feel today. It's numbing. A normal sleeping pattern is non-existent, as are simple things like showering routinely, eating habits (I eat only out of need), and rarely go out in public (again, only out of need)... even walking my dog only at night so I don't have to deal with people. Sad to say it, but, my days are numbered. I live only for my dog Echo... still trying to give him the best life that he could have. But, he will be 9 y.o. the end of this month. And that... is a problem for my psyche. Do the math. How long is a dog's full, natural life-expectancy? Hate to say it... I've already prepared for when that time comes, and I accept it for what it is. My best to all of you severely struggling. "...I don't know how to feel, but I wanna try... I don't know what I was made for..." (Billie Eilish)
@echospaw899, Know that you are not alone. Have you been able to talk to anyone about the loss of your partner? Besides suffering from a mental illness and grieving over the loss of a loved one that can be difficult. Even if it's been 5 years since your loss. When my sister passed away from COVID-19 in 2020 and then my best friend in 2022 I carried a lot of sadness and isolated myself. I also kept a journal to get my feelings down and I also wrote a letter to my sister & my friend. It just helped me through the grieving process. I have an older brother & his family who I got some emotional support from. I also have 2 small dogs that are a lot of company for me. They have to get out and there have been days I did not want to get out of bed, but I did and felt better for it. Just going for a short walk outside seemed to help. Whatever you do, no matter how big or small give yourself credit for it. Some days are better than others. I wish you well and the best for your life.🙂👍
The great sadness. It's like the saying. When the light at the end of the tunnel is a freight train. We've all felt the great sadness to one degree or another. We're there for you. Love will win out. You are loved.❤ Hard says do get better. Somebody told me that but I didn't believe it. Never give up. This shit is way strong. Never stay alone if you can help it. Eat regular and get you sleep. Most of all We understand. Your one of us. Love penny❤
You are saving me right now. Im 51. Yesterday was so bad. Cops were here. NEVER AGAIN. Im going to listen to all yiur vids and train myself. Thank you.
You're o k. You're one of us. We love and apperiate you. I hate cops. They don't understand and make things worse. Don't try to do this alone Like a six pack of beer have a six pack of support people. I'm rooting for you and sending my love.❤. Now more love❤❤❤
Didn't watch this whole video and don't know if he mentioned psych drugs but it's the psych drugs that shorten people's life spans. Being bipolar in and of itself doesn't NECESSARILY, but lithium carbonate (one of the most dangerous psych drugs in existence) , polypharmacy, etc. can certainly send you to an early grave. But Pig Pharma runs the show here.
not a second of useless time in this video. Your work is truly amazing. My uncle committed suicide at 45. He had lost his family and got broke. He was more on the maniac side and did drugs. I am 54 and still here. I am mostly depressed and don't even drink alcohol or smoke. My mania comes in the form of rage and overspending but not to the point of losing my whole monthly salary.Right now slowly getting back to normal after a two and a half year long depressive episode. During that time I depended entirely on my parents, delivery and the internet for surviving. Had to retire early because I wasn't able to get out of the house.In the midst of it all, I changed psyachiatrists- had been with my old one for 10 years. I am convinced changing doctors is what saved my life. I recently started keto because I am severely obese and , except for bariatric surgery, I had tried everything under the sun. I didn't know until I saw your video that keto was going to be good for my bipolar too. thanks for the inffo, for the offer to contact you and for the space to be heard and to hear others. Now, on to read others' comments
We really do. Researching this video has helped me prioritize self-care a little more. I’m very grateful for that. I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to comment. I hope you have a peaceful weekend and will stop by the channel again soon. If you haven’t checked out my private wellness community yet, we have a pretty amazing group of people who hang out and help each other through difficult times. Here is a link if you’d like to take a look: www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors -Rob
I told my son this several months ago and he told me "that's bull****", you can't trust the internet". I will send him this video, maybe he will listen. I'm in my early 60's and both my mental and physical health is terrible.
Let me know if he ended up watching it. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. I wish you better wellness with your mental and physical health.❤
Years ago I left my boyfriend of 10 years because he wasn't supportive after my diagnosis. Got together with a man who was supportive, and also Schizophrenic. He and I were together almost a year when he started selling his meds. He attacked me from behind out of the blue one night with a claw hammer and tried to blame it on a Schizophrenic episode. My (privately trained for me) assistance dog came running when I called her and scared him off of me. Told him I'd see him in Hell and called him a motherf***** as I left the house. He had heard from someone who knew me for a long time what I did to a former boyfriend that abused me, and rumors of what I had done years ago to another abusive man that had been in my life. He had been warned by more than one person to never lay a hand on me in anger. He called the police on himself, telling them he thought he hurt me. Over 50 stitches in my head, inside and out. A cop found me before I got too far up the road on my way to get a weapon. @@KatiTheButcher
I think this the first time one of your videos made me cry. BTW, I'm now in week 13 of taking all my meds! Also, today is my 6th day, "clean." (again) Still waiting for, "sober," to show up, but... Thanks, again, for these videos. You da man!
Thank you for the wonderful comment. I’m really proud of you for your dedication to your treatment and sobriety. I hope you will continue to stop by the Channel and let me know how you are doing. There’s always a link in the video description if you’d like to connect 😊🤗💪☀️
My father tried committing suicide at 62. We saved him but he passed away after 3 years in last month due to organ weakening. So sad and should never let them go away from you even temporarily. I miss him. Why does he go through so much pain when he was such a kind hearted person. Please God don’t make anyone suffer. I wish I could have given him more love and care although I tried much but failed!
Half of those bipolar in my family died in their twenties by suicide. Mostly my cousins. I'm lucky to have so much love and support from my family and extended family and friends.
😢 I wish you hadn’t posted this in a way. I’m 55 and very hopeful and had no idea about this. It hit me hard. I’m going to forget this video and carry on like I’m good till 85
Awe thank you so much Geraldine. I appreciate the kind words! All of my videos are possible because of viewer support… I will keep working as hard as I can to advocate for those living with bipolar disorder and their loved ones. If you would please consider supporting the channel by becoming a polar warrior Patron, that would mean a lot to me. There’s a link below if you’d like to take a look: www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors -Rob
Hi!… thank you so much for the kind words! It’s always awesome to connect with other creators. I will take a look at your channel and hope you will to continue to stop by mine.” -Rob
Yikes... I am a bit lucky that I have a great health, and take my Bipolar Disorder I really seriously. And also, as a US Army Veteran, I get bloodwork done. I quit drinking, quit smoking 11 years ago, and avoid carbs. And I know the exercise thing, went on a exercise binge 12 years ago, went from 260 to 138lbs in 11 months, and ballooned back to 220, now I am trying to drop to the 170s. My own life is not my only priority, but my kids. They need me. As soon as I get my joints back to jogging strength, I will do it, over depression and mania. I know I can! Thanks for the video
I loved the video because what he said is what I have thought for many years. Never having one word of support from my family and being shunned is the hardest part to live through. Will be 75 this year.
Rob, thank you. I have told many people about this short life as a bipolar person. I have various co morbid conditions due to my bipolar. As you say do the best you can each day. Keep on making these videos. I shared with you that your videos helped me so much when i first took my diagnosis seriously. Alone afraid etc. Your example and sharing helped me stay alive. Accept that I was ill, not defective. It was not my fault. If i was a rich man i would send you loads of cash to support you and your work. Keep shining. Keep being an advocate for us. It's far easier to sometimes send a video you have made, to my friends than me trying to explain. They also respond better to the information. I can say it but often not heard. Your videos show others and describe my behavior etc to the t. People then come back to me and say they get it now. You are helping educate people who do not suffer and in turn helping those who do. Keep on Keep on. Hope you make old bones. 😂 keep living as an example, an advocate, and down to earth dude.
All your videos are so informative, helpful and relatable. I'm very much aware of our lower life span but I don't worry about it. I don't think I want to live and exist being very old if I'm not able to take care of myself any longer. Maybe I'll change my mind later on but right now I'm ok with it.
This illness had locked me up in its dungeons for a long time. I remembered moments and saw awful long hours of my life burning in the pain while watching this episode. No matter how hard it enslaves me, no matter how tired, depressed or manic I get, I will never, ever back down. I am not going back no more. I am going to make it, or I will die trying. Y'all brothers and sisters, I wish you Patience, Power and Happiness. Get up and start trying again and again until you can make it. It is worth a try. YOU ARE NOT ALONE :)🤗💪
Thank you LordRadman!! I’m so happy to hear that I’m not alone!! It’s a very hard illness to deal with!! I’m sure mine started at about 16 years of age but I was not diagnosed until I was in my 40’s. Around 45-46 years old. My parents were not supportive of me in my suffering. It’s been a really long journey. Thank you for your post!!
Add aces, PTSD, Night Shift work, etc. 66, they said my life expectancy was 56. On borrowed time. I invest effort heavily in mental and physical health. Mindfulness and getting sleep, big help. Great video. Important info. Isolation and loneliness are toxic and most challenging for me.
Mindfulness and sleep is HUGE! Thank you for mentioning it. I self isolated a lot until I attended my first local support group. Peer support is really important. There are just some things that only us bipolar folk can understand. In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there! Take gentle care! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
Isolation sucks. I have the same experience and tend to be a very extraverted and gregarious person. But when people don't want to respond, I feel drained. Then I get anxious and wonder if I did something wrong. Then the depression kicks in. I don't know you personally, but hang in there pal. You're already kicking ass and that's great!
Thanks for posting this , very informative. We all know we should live the best life , but tbh i sort of feel i couldn't care less if i died tomorrow. The older you get the more tired you feel and you get sick of the depression. But then you have a good period and make plans to enjoy yourself, its a double edge sword...
Keep on living the best you can. It's a big middle finger 🖕 to those who have potentially treated you badly because of the condition you have. Living is the best revenge. IMHO. Be gentle with yourself, and I just want to encourage you. It's not easy, I get it. Know that even by you posting this has helped me. I get it. Thank you for being honest. I go to this place often. It's reminds me that I am not alone with these feelings. Gives me courage to continue.
Thank you for this Rob, it is very timely, and absolutely on point, thank you 😻💯 and btw I have just started 6 weeks ago a diet to reduce BP, weight etc which is paying off, had a real shock when undergoing cardiology checks, blood work and scans and wearing a holter to discover I have very high blood pressure, cholesterol through the roof (scary for me as I had a stroke a few years back), so this is EXCELLENT advice for us all.
Here lately i have been thinking alot about death and life..i worry about dying because of bipolarism and my radical brain but i guess all we can do is be thankful stay positive and love our life .
Scary but important info. I have no excuse for not exercising I am overweight and eat a poor diet. I am 53 and just been diagnosed with ADHD aswell as bi polar. Gonna save this video and refer to it as I really need to make some changes. Wish me luck ❤
Can you take lithium orotate and dexedrine? or lithium carbonate and dexedrine? or just ADHD medicine....? Been diagnosed both but ADHD is fitting me much more. I tried Lamictal in late 20's, it led me to Finasteride and that led to suicide attempt... it gave me a disease, I fixed it... 5-6 yrs ago (PFS). Please don't take hair meds... nor accutane... nor effexor xr and ssri's snri's etc. Minimal meds. I wish you well friend.
What's additionally sad is that people who look at me and interact with me typically don't know that there's anything wrong because I'm controlled now. But, I still have symptoms, and I'm pretty good at masking them now. But, the symptoms bother me daily, extreme fatigue, tiredness, reduced concentration, hard to think, environmental difficulties like being too hot, and then there's the extreme physical tiredness coupled with over energetic. And these are only part of it. People can't typically notice how cognitively stressed I am. I have HTN now, my blood sugar average (A1C) is borderline diabetic, my weight went way too high d/t my SGA Seroquel, my lipids are ridiculously high.
Hi, I have the same symptoms as you. And I understand how people think we're "normal" when on the inside there's a raging volcano. My meds help but I need to destress all the time. Just driving on the freeway causes me to have anxiety attacks. But I manage. I never want anyone to be bipolar. Even though the meds help, being bipolar never really goes away.
I totally relate. I'm stuck in overtime hell and a lot of that, I think is due to people just not being able to understand that when I say "I don't think I can take this shift, I feel REALLY sick and tired and worn down," that refers to a host of problems like these. And even when people like us put up a very tough front it's because we've taught ourselves to for survival
It sounds like I wrote that. I have most of what you listed, as well as heart attacks, many cardiac arrests, cancer, terrible diabetes, and uncontrolled cholesterol despite an excellent diet.
Thank you so much for a stark but needed reminder. My mum has bipolar, or manic depression as it was called then. She died at 59 I am 52 and was diagnosed at 40. I was aware of my symptoms in my teens, with my first suicide attempt. So it's very much in my mind at the moment. I have been on quetiapine for 12 years now. I didn't want to go in it at all. My weight had gone up by half of my original body weight, when I expressed my reservations it was a choose your battles situation. Wishing us all the strength to keep well
Hi Donna! I'm so glad you found Rob's channel! It's great that you are learning things about this disorder! In case you are interested, Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on Discord, where we have a lot of partners and family attend. Ge also has a specific group for partners and family as well. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
I'm so happy to have found you. I inherited bipolar disorder from both sides of my family. In fact, many family members are on the "bipolar spectrum". After taking meds for 28 years, I decided to try life without meds. I was 68, retired and the pandemic had begun. It was pretty rough, but today I can say definitely that I have found something that is really helping. I do a cold water plunge every day without fail. Since I started, my bipolar symptoms have drastically reduced. There are studies showing cold water treatment does help bipolar symptoms, and they are referenced in the back of the book The Wim Hoff Method. You may already have spoken on this, but I just found you.
Hi Mischa! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
Thanks for this vid, knowledge brings hope, even though it may seem daunting. I'm 56 with bipolar, PTSD, DID, ADHD, and a few other letters. I was diagnosed late, at 40, but had been demonstrating symptoms from a very young age. Now I feel in touch with my life, mostly, but do have struggles just like all of us. Each day is a gift, I need to remember that, and movement, I need to add that. My best to you 🙏🏼
Yeah... Totally makes sense. Just on a very basic level, the stress alone jacks up our risk of heart attacks, strokes, etc. But you add many extra things that also apply. The self termination is a big one for us. I wish I could say I'm happy I'm still here but that would be a lie. No telling when I may cross that line again, or even IF I will.... I'm actually glad to hear all these stats because it means i don't have to speed up the process, I can just let it happen on its own. Sorry for being a downer, just sharing my current state of mind. 💙💙💙
I am 100% with you. I do take my meds but, I find is video so interesting. I too am kicking back on it. It really won't faze me to leave at 67. I'm almost 50 now so, not too much longer. My spirit is in the right place. I just don't see the point still battling this for 100 years. No thanks. Truthfully, I'm ready whenever. I'm just tired, so tired 😔
I just lost a friend to the S -word. He was young, in his early 40s, and OD’d a few weeks ago. He was a UA-camr, and we had so many chats about mental health. But, he gave up. He sent a disturbing message to Discord, then deleted it. It has really affected me, I’ve obsessed for weeks. So very sad
Man, I'm so sorry to hear that! Please talk to a friend or attend a support group in your area if you are still obsessing. It's totally understandable given the circumstances. In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there. Take gentle care! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors www.crisistextline.org/
I subscribed today. I used to watch your videos a few years ago. I realize I need to treat the bipolar first. I need to focus on diet and mild exercise. I have the co morbidity of diabetes and fibromyalgia. Thanks so much for your channel and thanks to everybody that comments, it's a great support and I'm not alone with this mental illness
Awesome to see you back! Focusing on your health is super important, and it’s cool that you feel supported here. In case you are interested, I'm having weekly support groups for Patrons during the month of December. Would love to have you! -Rob www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
The editing makes it such a fresh breeze of bipolar information out there. Serious and easy to take in. And listening I got some key points I could improve in an understandable way. Well done Rob and thanks for the effort and love you put out there for us🙌☺️ /Jonathan bipolar buddies
I lost 60 pounds and am at my goal weight. Just had my yearly physical and everything is right where it should be. I am 50 years old. I lost weight by listening to my body signals. I do need to start exercising.
You and the time you take to create thesw very informative videos save many lives! Your life is making a big difference. By the way, you look very healthy!
I am sorry you are going through such a low time. Remember, it won’t be like this forever. Keep surviving. You are strong! You have overcome every bad day you’ve ever had
Anyone watching this during a depression episode with suicidal ideation probably perked right up. I know I learned about this stuff first during a bad depression and it was a ray of sunshine. Currently healthy enough to realize how messed up that is.
I'm at the moment already death inside! It doesn't feel like a disaster if I die younger than moderate.. I know my whole life, that I'm not getting really old! I'm 48 I have been on medication for over 22 years now! On the outside, I look much younger than on the inside.. but I know my life has suffering from addictions stress manic episodes! Along the way.. and the meds that go with that.. I hope that when I die, the depression dies with me! I'm still trying to beat it! Lots of luck, everyone with bpd or friends or family.. keep breathing the sun will come out someday🙏💯💫🍀
Depression is much worse than dead it's something no one sees, and you suffer inside.. and you don't know when it ends! I hope you are better as soon as possible! I know it sucks!
I just found this youtube channel. It's making me cry because I never thought that another person could understand how I feel, let alone hundreds. I'm 20 and in college and was diagnosed not even 2 years ago, but symptoms date back to middle school. I got bipolar from my dad, but he wasn't a consistent in my life(there's no bad blood, he just couldn't handle my mom, we have a great relationship now) so I never felt understood. My mom still to this day threatens to just send me to a psych ward when I try to tell her what's been going on. I feel so good somedays, and sometimes even weeks on end, but then I go back to what feels like my natural state of just truly wanting to die. I feel like I'm constantly just making up different reason to keep living as a distraction, but once someone points out how I don't really apply myself, I'm reminded that they're right. I don't apply myself because I'm not worth it, I'll find a way to be miserable any way, just as easy as finding a reason to be happy. I want to want better for myself, but I can break free from wanting to just sleep forever and never be bothered. I try to surround myself with animals and people hoping that I'll be able to better myself for them, but it still doesn't result in anything permanent. I don't know who or even how to ask for help because I have no money other than my parents, and they just make me crazy telling me how easy it is to just change. I don't think I'm capable of actually offing myself, but I definitely make myself miserable thinking about it.
Hi there! I'm so glad you found Rob's channel! You are definitely not alone friend! Please consider joining a local support group or In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
Hang in there, dear person who has my same disorder. This is going to sound totally weird. Because I was spending so much time crawling back to bed after saying I'd get up. I decided to learn a language whilst Iaid in bed days at a time. After a year I can hold basic 101 level conversations in Italian. I'm still bipolar - tricked my "loser" mind- I can still pull something off. Who knew?
Thank you for your videos! A few weeks ago I prayed to god like never before for answers for my life. Woke up one night and couldn’t sleep& turned on UA-cam polar warrior was the first video that popped up. So I watched it and you explained my life to a T. This gives myself and others some comfort and direction to get treatment. Thank you very much
Your words mean a lot to me. I'm grateful to have been able to help in some way. Thank you for watching! This illness can be incredibly hard to navigate. I'd love to offer any support I can... If it interests you, I have a private community where you can message me directly and network with other people who are going through similar struggles. No pressure of course, but it would be great to have you join us. I'll include a link below: www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors -Rob
Rob, I feel like I know you personally. Keep up the good work! 54yr old bipolar female here successfully keeping it between the ditches! and you even take phone calls such a good man😊
Thank you for this information, I plan on fighting for my future. I'm confident that I can make the changes needed. Bless all of us suffering from this condition xo
Thank U Rob for doing UR videos when UR only stable. & 4 speaking softly. To a person who does't have bipolar, this may not seem like a very big deal, but as a person who has lived for many decades w this disease, it is a VERY BIG DEAL. God Bless U!
Thank you for sharing. I only hope that by taking care of myself I can live longer. I’ve heard that one way to combat metabolic syndrome is to change your diet to eat less sugars and more of a ketogenic diet. Edit: I wrote that before I got to the end of the video where you share suggestions like diet and exercise. Thank you🙏
I’ve been holding off watching this because I knew it would hit too close to my heart. My BP husband is suffering with most of these health issues and has attempted suicide, which I’m so grateful that he survived. I also wanted to thank you again for creating this community and to wish you and all your viewers the best physical and mental health!
Hi there! I'm so sorry to hear that your husband is experiencing these issues!! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord where we have a lot of partners who attend and listen. He also has a specific support group for family and friends. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
Thank you Rob. I've read about this somewhere but can't recall whereand told Mum and now have this video to show her. 49 with bipolar type 2, ASD, CPTSD and type 2 diabetes. Tried twice since November to quit smoking. You've given me incentive to try again & try harder! Sometimes my blood pressure is high & vessels bulge which is horrifying.
After watching this video and others that surfaced on my phone over the last few days, I think due to a reconnection of a spouse from 17 years ago, I now think my erstwhile partner had and has BP on top of PD which she was recently diagnosed. We went our separate ways after 5 weeks of aberrant behaviour. It was overwhelming and over the years I could not put her out of mind. After numerous emails over the past 10 months, mostly good and positive, I pretty well get dumped again. This is so hard to handle and I have lots of empathy and compassion for her. I am frustrated as many are in that you really are helpless in trying to help. I wish there was a cure for these two disorders. One has to become very busy in order keep one's own sanity and somehow to move on. I wish that I could help and support her. Still in love with this person after all these years..wow.
Thank you for sharing! I'm so sorry that it has worked out this way! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord where we have a lot of loved ones who attend. He also has a specific group for partners and family as well. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
I’m 72 and wasn’t diagnosed with bipolar disorder until my late 50’s. It’s obvious looking back on my childhood that I was mentally unwell.i, like my siblings, suffered horrific abuse within the family, but had an Auntie and Uncle close by who loved us and mitigated our suffering. It scares me that I’ve already surpassed the average lifespan for someone like me. I also have epilepsy so that must also have an impact. I do generally eat very well, although I binge on sugar sometimes. I walk most days for 40 minutes or so, but the truth is I am always tired. I think my medications contribute to fatigue. But they kep me alive. I also made several suicide attempts, but I’m sure that will not happen again. I used to smoke tobacco, quit for a decade or so and then started with cannabis which helped with pain, nausea and sleep. I try not to smoke cannabis much but still do sometimes. I see my Doctor regularly; he is thorough and I appreciate him very much. I would love to live another 10 years to see my grandchildren grow up. Thank you for the reminders. Life is such a miracle and it’s very hard for those of us with unbalanced neurotransmitters that make us feel so hopeless. Hang in there everybody! I’ve started meditating a little everyday and try to cheer myself with positive feedback when I wake up in the morning so lonely and sad. It works.😊😅
I hope you’re doing well, Rob! I appreciate the video, they always help me feel more connected to people who get it. I’m starting ECT again soon, I’m between feeling hopeful and feeling defeated, but leaning toward hopeful today.
Oooh boy! The list is all checked off with what my love is doing wrong.. Now I need a way of being supportive instead of on his *** about this, getting him to eat veggies I laughed right out by the thought of it 😂 if I’m lucky I can lure something into the food. He eats a lot of fish and shellfish which is great. Thanks to all of you working on these videos, it’s so great and informative and I’ve become so aware of the dysfunction after joining you guys! ❤
Thank you so much for your support and your help and I already joined your private community on patron.. I am so thankful for God and for you.. Yes for a person who tried to suicide 26 times then I totally changed my mind when I cut off all the toxic ppl and negative ideas and things and I put myself first and accepted myself because of your help and for God's sake I am thankful for you 7 years of bipolar and I am already able to control my mood thank you sooo much
Thank you so much for being a part of Rob's community!! I'm so glad that you are still alive, that you are still here, after so many attempt to end things. I understand being in a dark place like that, but have found hope and the will to keep going. Take good care. -Rachel (Polar Warriors Team Member)
Thank you so much for sharing. I'm sorry about your father dying so young. I think you videos and honesty will help prevent more fathers and mothers from dying so young. Thanks for ending with ways to take good care of ourselves.
A very sobering, but very necessary video. My psych does a great job of making sure I stay up to date on my bloodwork. She'll order it up if my regular doctor hasn't seen me fora while. Thanks for all your hard work.
I am 47 and was diagnosed at 28, but I believe I have been bipolar since I was 3. I remember episodes before I could even read. I figure I have 5-10 years left…sadly I can’t retire for 8 more years so basically I’m over.
Just found your channel . . thanks for all the great info! I hope you have a great day as well, my friend. I look forward to watching more of your videos and learning more about Bipolar Disorder from the content you, so graciously, create.
Thank you for the kind words! Welcome to the community! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
This made chilling listening. Very sobering. I do exercise regularly at the gym, with a personal trainer, I also walk a lot, and eat an exceptionally healthy diet. My weight is below average, so some plus points in my favour. However, I must be my own worst enemy, as sadly, I do still smoke cigarettes (against all advice), and consequently (presumably) my blood pressure is relatively high .... which leads me to take MORE medication (in the form of Statins), to reduce my blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Oh dear. Thank you for your thoughtful and informative videos. One of these days, I really must learn to listen to reason!
It sounds like you're doing a lot of great things for your health! Acknowledging where we can improve is the first step. Keep up the good work with your exercise and healthy eating! -Rob www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
Timely reminder as I'm completely unable to get myself together enough to look after myself properly. I suffer with all the health issues mentioned although stay away from alcohol and drugs. Lack of sleep and emotional eating are huge issues too. Overworking when high is another.
Thank you I didn't know what metabolic syndrome was, thanks for explaining that in your video. Because I have that too. Now I know what to talk to my doctors about. 😊
I truly appreciate your channel. For the 1st time in my life I am actually starting to see the whys of my behavior. Actually notice me doing it. I understand alot more today. Don't make it any less painful, but least I have a fighting chance To be honest, it's devastating for me and scary. But Im also hopeful. Least I am far more educated on it today than I have been most my life.
What a great comm Timothy!! Welcome aboard! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord, we have one tonight. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
Hi Rob! Thanks for making this video. I always just kind of assumed I'd die young. I don't take care of myself very well but I'm working on it. Sending well wishes to you!
Thank You a lot for your videos. They help so much. I have bipolar and cptsd. I'm fighting it, but often have periods of exhaustion from it all when I come back to substance abuse again. I'm trying but I get so sick that I have to put my brain to sleep with alcohol from time to time and pass out just to forget. Then I fight again but I'm still not prepared to completely quit drinking and smoking.
Not only am I suffering from bipolar disorder, but also obsessive-compulsive disorder, mysophobia, and depression. I used to be very creative, but gradually lost interest in everything. Nowadays, I'm facing the darkest period of my life, waiting for the end, but nobody can understand me.
Gosh, I'm so sorry you have so much going on right now! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
I was recently approved for ssdi and I have to say I feel so ashamed, sad, angry, basically going through the grief process. I'm happy that I won my case and can now breathe easier knowing money will be there but at he same time, it solidifies my being sick. There was a part of me that wanted the denial so I could "prove" I wasn't sick. Exhausting
Another thing that adds to this is when you have an actual physical ailment if Drs. see you are on bipolar meds they tend to not believe you are really 🤢...I had to stop my meds to get it off my record because it really does effect your care!! Be well all!!
Bless you. I’m 60 and have given up alcohol , tobacco and illicit drugs (pot) completely. I have moved my diet towards lean meat some. But I am hooked on sugar snacks . I will get my triglycerides blood work this year
sometimes i feel like i have been given a death sentence, at times i’m in a bit of denial that i have bipolar, then i know i do, and my meds are a life saviour, bipolar really can effect your thinking process as well when diagnosed, it’s a healing process, we have to go through, a grief process as well once diagnosed, so it effects us on many levels, i have to be very careful of big decisions i make, so i take things very slow to be able to process my decision making, otherwise i can go head first into something that may be more destructive, there seems to be a fine line we walk on at times, a backward and forward motion, side to side, a balancing act, hang in there my BP friends, we got this, take one day at a time, we will have good and bad days at times, just remember it’s the bipolar not you as a person, you are very special 😘
I have always thought having a shorter life expectation I am turning to 65 on april!! as of late I am suffering arthritis ( I had a car accident and fell on my right hand most part) blood pressure a little higher than it used to be, and other things are going on... to be honest the fact that I have not achieved what I wanted and current situation are really having a major impact overall ( I was diagnosed bipolar type 2 some years ago but I have always been since I was born for sure) I am going to chance my life very soon one thing I did turn vegetarian 12 years ago I am vegan since 2020!! Thanks Bob you really helped when I discovered the channel 5 years ago...
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I came across your videos years ago its amazing how you can speak about it . i was about 30 when i first learned about this and was diagnosed after a lot of trial an error im a stage 3. thank you for speaking out an helping others understand.
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At 75 years of age, I have been through all of the health problems that you have talked about including two nearly successful suicide attempts. I was diagnosed with failure to adjust to adult life after my first manic episode while in the Army in 1976. It was not until 1983 that I had a depressive episode that I was properly diagnosed with bipolar disorder. As a veteran, I was able to be followed for the next 23 years by the same psychiatrist, and the continuity of my care continues with having seen the same Clinical Psychologist ever since.
so glad your attempts failed
So glad you made it this far
Hi Linda! I’m so grateful for you taking the time to share your experience with the community. Thank you for your vulnerability. You are a true warrior my friend. By definition! I would love to invite you to my private community… We have a really amazing group of people there. Here is a link in case you’d like to check it out:
www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
-Rob
Glad you are still with us! My husband experienced similar things in his early 20's, but never sought treatment. He finally got a diagnosis in 2022, at 62 years old. He is being a pain about treatment, but I am doing my best help him. You comment gives me a little more hope. Thank you!
You got lucky not all of us are that blessed 👍
This video made me teary eyed. I am 60 years old,
Was in denial for many years, I wouldn't wish my brain on anyone.
Bipolar is EXHAUSTING.
First time seeing your videos. compassionate and comforting. Thank you.
Well said!
Yes. Bipolar is exhausting. I wish I had been diagnosed earlier in my life. The noise in my head can be deafening.
No extremely exhausting and draining of soul and mind.
Same. You're not alone, we have to enjoy every day and moment. As hard as it is.
Denial is part of the illness. It makes us suspicious of others’ intentions at times. Especially when we are terrified. Sometimes,
we are paying it forward. One of my college instructors said maybe we are our neurotransmitters. Yikes!
Bipolar disorder is not going to define me. I do not smoke, I do not drink, I eat a vegetarian diet and weight train 5 days a week. I’m almost 40 and was diagnosed at a young age. I really cleaned my life up at 30. My recent blood work was perfect, my ecg normal. Stay on your meds and make a conscious effort to LIVE everyday, you don’t have to be a victim.
80 & still surviving well physically, although still suffering mentally, even with meds. These statistics are skewed because of suicide. If we can avoid that, and take care of ourselves, I don’t think those odds pertain.
Glad you’re doing well 👍🏻
This makes me smile, thanks for the example 🖤
Thank you, I was recently diagnosed and just went through a massive sway in my mood. But i managed to steer back fairly quickly, this channel will really help me manage the illness much better. Its hard not to feel like a victim when you are as depressed as can be but i think acceptance of your own situation and your own experience is key, even if the surroundings doesnt fully understand what you are going through. You cant expect people to understand, its not their fault that they dont understand. They dont go through the same things as you.
This is inspiring! I was the BEST health mind, body and soul when I quit drinking alcohol for almost two years and ate super healthy. It was magic. Just hard to maintain...
For some reason this makes me happy that I am going to die around 65. I actually wish I died earlier. My soul is tired. I have lived a clean, vegetarian, tee totaler, spiritual life all my life. I have bipolar for 33 years. And I'm treatment resistant now . Just had four sessions of of ECT with terrible side effects. I had ketamine infusions and TMS. I am tired 😢
🙏🙏 my husband was 68. Being in a constant state of stress causes a cytokine storm in body, which causes inflammation, inflammation causes so many issues. Arthritis, cardiovascular disease and cancer to name a few. My late husband's inflammation was so high he went from mild to severe blockage of coronary artery before he died of melenoma in October 2022😢💔
I always encouraged him to take care of his body and mind. He was stubborn. Prayers for all who suffer!
I got bipolar but also BPD so it's hard for me to wrap my head around everything the constant worrying about if I'm good enough I'm 35 and struggled sense I was 16.
sorry for your loss
Hi Ruthie… It’s hard to find words to express my condolences… i’m so sorry that you lost your hubby. This illness can be so brutal on our minds and bodies. I will keep working as hard as I possibly can to advocate for us and try to prevent others from passing away at a young age. If you need some extra support, I would love to invite you to join my private community. We actually have a live peer support group for family members and loved ones tomorrow at 12 noon. It’s a place where you can get together with others and process through difficult feelings via peer support. I hope you will consider joining us. Here’s a link:
www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
-Rob
@@PolarWarriors thank you for what you do 🥰🙏 you have helped me understand BP in so many ways. Thank you for the condolences. I truly miss him.
I am so sorry for your loss. My sweetheart is stubborn too, and being downsized last year did not help. He won't seek disability, file for unemployment, or seek out resources that he worked so hard for all of his life. But I am sure you know about that. And thank you for sharing.
Both my mother & my aunt suffered from undiagnosed bipolar. They self medicated with hard liquor (scotch for one, ther other vodka). Both had unsuccessful suicide attempts & passed from cancer (ages 50 & 74). I'm 65 and have self medicated before being diagnosed. Now, I control my stress levels and am on medication. I feel better and your videos are just what I need. Thank you for your time and sharing your story. It makes us all feel less alone.
I wish you wellness and perpetual hope. There are many of us out there who've inherited this unfortunate condition and your ownership and maintenance are signs of a strong and committed will. Stay strong and know that I and others are rooting for you!
The alone feeling is what drives suicide. That and anxiety.😮
Thanks for sharing
Rob what a tremendous service you provide to educate people and remove the stigma of this illness. Very sobering facts but knowledge is power - God bless you!!
Hi Tracy! It’s so nice to see a comment from you my friend. Thank you so much for the kind words! I will continue to work as hard as I can advocating for us. Giant hugs!
- Rob
I’ve heard that our life expectancies are shorter, but this is the first time I’ve seen it explained. Thank you, Rob!
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! It was fascinating doing the research for this video. Fascinating and terrifying. Take good care of yourself and stop by the Channel anytime. I also have an amazing community on Patreon if you’d like to join my private community. Stay well!
- Rob
My brother was 67 when he was found dead in his home. He was extreme over weight, diabetic, high blood pressure and had always had depression. He was never treated for it. He did not go to the doctor for his other health problems. So he took no meds. It was not a suicide or murder he died from. He just died. Your video taught me how bi-polar shortens your life.
MHSRIEP was your brother bipolar
@@juststartingout953 He never went to a doctor, but I think so. I too have anxiety but I go to a mental health clinic.
Sound like my brother but he died at the age of 46
Thank you for caring about our community - you are so appreciated
Thank you for such a wonderful comment! I appreciate my viewers so very much! 🥰🥰☀️☀️
-Rob
Oh! Also, I have an amazing private community of people on Patreon where I’m offering live weekly support groups. There’s a link in the video description if you’d like to check it out.
My disease started at 15. I am also a doctor working in ICU. A work I still don’t know why I do, I don’t know how I get here. Both thing will shorten my life by 15 years. And I can’t even be surprised. Everything in this disease sucks.
Mine began in my teen years as well and I’m a dentist. I ask myself the same a lot but feel stuck in my career because of the immense student debt.
@@Kristina_gh I feel old to change careers. Also I am in debt too, I just from overspending on my maniac episodes. In Brazil public universities are the best, and free of charges. I have been a doctor for 25 years but I have nothing. I am living with my parents and taking medications. That’s all I do besides working
you don’t have a disease, you have a disorder, you are not a disorder, you have a disorder, much love and life to you my BP friend 💕
@@YumiYa1969I hear you.
I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to watch this video. I’m also extremely grateful for what you do by profession. It’s a very difficult job and so desperately needed ❤
I'll be 60y.o. in early April. I was diagnosed bi-polar a little over 20 years ago, and was started on a slew of medications for it and for depression. I knew for years and years I wasn't right, but, even after all kinds of personal events, not one person in my life tried or bothered to bring any of this to my attention. Even after a few of my over-the-top episodes. No one could be bothered then. This runs in my family like whiskey being poured freely in a bar.
Life was manageable up until 2019 when my husband/lover/best friend suddenly passed away after a ridiculously fast decline in his health. I cared for him increasingly more by the day, up to that point, and less for myself. Today, I feel like a shadow of who I was or thought I was. Went from being a happy, social butterfly who took pride in himself with a couple close knit circle of friends to being... just me, and my sheepdog now. He's pretty much my entire world at this point.
I never imagined I'd ever feel loneliness, hopelessness or nothingness like I feel today. It's numbing. A normal sleeping pattern is non-existent, as are simple things like showering routinely, eating habits (I eat only out of need), and rarely go out in public (again, only out of need)... even walking my dog only at night so I don't have to deal with people.
Sad to say it, but, my days are numbered. I live only for my dog Echo... still trying to give him the best life that he could have. But, he will be 9 y.o. the end of this month. And that... is a problem for my psyche. Do the math. How long is a dog's full, natural life-expectancy? Hate to say it... I've already prepared for when that time comes, and I accept it for what it is. My best to all of you severely struggling. "...I don't know how to feel, but I wanna try... I don't know what I was made for..." (Billie Eilish)
@echospaw899, Know that you are not alone. Have you been able to talk to anyone about the loss of your partner? Besides suffering from a mental illness and grieving over the loss of a loved one that can be difficult. Even if it's been 5 years since your loss.
When my sister passed away from COVID-19 in 2020 and then my best friend in 2022 I carried a lot of sadness and isolated myself. I also kept a journal to get my feelings down and I also wrote a letter to my sister & my friend. It just helped me through the grieving process.
I have an older brother & his family who I got some emotional support from. I also have 2 small dogs that are a lot of company for me. They have to get out and there have been days I did not want to get out of bed, but I did and felt better for it. Just going for a short walk outside seemed to help.
Whatever you do, no matter how big or small give yourself credit for it. Some days are better than others.
I wish you well and the best for your life.🙂👍
I know your pain Billie I'm right there with you. Best wishes to you and Echo..😊
@@Jensen1959 Thank you.
@@catonthemoon2084 Thank you.
The great sadness. It's like the saying. When the light at the end of the tunnel is a freight train.
We've all felt the great sadness to one degree or another. We're there for you.
Love will win out. You are loved.❤
Hard says do get better. Somebody told me that but I didn't believe it.
Never give up.
This shit is way strong. Never stay alone if you can help it. Eat regular and get you sleep. Most of all
We understand. Your one of us. Love penny❤
You are saving me right now. Im 51.
Yesterday was so bad. Cops were here. NEVER AGAIN. Im going to listen to all yiur vids and train myself.
Thank you.
Awe I'm so sorry to hear things have been such a struggle. Take extra good care of yourself. Keep going - learning - and things will get better
You're o k. You're one of us. We love and apperiate you. I hate cops. They don't understand and make things worse.
Don't try to do this alone
Like a six pack of beer have a six pack of support people.
I'm rooting for you and sending my love.❤. Now more love❤❤❤
I won’t die before my time trust me. I will beat this mental disorder.
Didn't watch this whole video and don't know if he mentioned psych drugs but it's the psych drugs that shorten people's life spans. Being bipolar in and of itself doesn't NECESSARILY, but lithium carbonate (one of the most dangerous psych drugs in existence) , polypharmacy, etc. can certainly send you to an early grave. But Pig Pharma runs the show here.
Amém ! Same here 🥹✨
not a second of useless time in this video. Your work is truly amazing. My uncle committed suicide at 45. He had lost his family and got broke. He was more on the maniac side and did drugs. I am 54 and still here. I am mostly depressed and don't even drink alcohol or smoke. My mania comes in the form of rage and overspending but not to the point of losing my whole monthly salary.Right now slowly getting back to normal after a two and a half year long depressive episode. During that time I depended entirely on my parents, delivery and the internet for surviving. Had to retire early because I wasn't able to get out of the house.In the midst of it all, I changed psyachiatrists- had been with my old one for 10 years. I am convinced changing doctors is what saved my life. I recently started keto because I am severely obese and , except for bariatric surgery, I had tried everything under the sun. I didn't know until I saw your video that keto was going to be good for my bipolar too. thanks for the inffo, for the offer to contact you and for the space to be heard and to hear others. Now, on to read others' comments
Thank you for the reminders. We need to take care of ourselves.
We really do. Researching this video has helped me prioritize self-care a little more. I’m very grateful for that.
I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to comment. I hope you have a peaceful weekend and will stop by the channel again soon.
If you haven’t checked out my private wellness community yet, we have a pretty amazing group of people who hang out and help each other through difficult times. Here is a link if you’d like to take a look:
www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
-Rob
I told my son this several months ago and he told me "that's bull****", you can't trust the internet". I will send him this video, maybe he will listen. I'm in my early 60's and both my mental and physical health is terrible.
I appreciate all this info. I have bipolar 2.
It hurts the most when your own family isnt supportive. Im sorry.
@@KatiTheButcher thanks
Let me know if he ended up watching it. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. I wish you better wellness with your mental and physical health.❤
Years ago I left my boyfriend of 10 years because he wasn't supportive after my diagnosis. Got together with a man who was supportive, and also Schizophrenic. He and I were together almost a year when he started selling his meds. He attacked me from behind out of the blue one night with a claw hammer and tried to blame it on a Schizophrenic episode. My (privately trained for me) assistance dog came running when I called her and scared him off of me. Told him I'd see him in Hell and called him a motherf***** as I left the house. He had heard from someone who knew me for a long time what I did to a former boyfriend that abused me, and rumors of what I had done years ago to another abusive man that had been in my life. He had been warned by more than one person to never lay a hand on me in anger. He called the police on himself, telling them he thought he hurt me. Over 50 stitches in my head, inside and out. A cop found me before I got too far up the road on my way to get a weapon. @@KatiTheButcher
I think this the first time one of your videos made me cry.
BTW, I'm now in week 13 of taking all my meds! Also, today is my 6th day, "clean." (again) Still waiting for, "sober," to show up, but...
Thanks, again, for these videos. You da man!
all the best in your path to sober
That is awesome! Just keep one day at a time, one hour at a time if you need to. The cravings will pass, promise.
Great job! Blessings and peace on your journey.
Thank you for the wonderful comment. I’m really proud of you for your dedication to your treatment and sobriety. I hope you will continue to stop by the Channel and let me know how you are doing. There’s always a link in the video description if you’d like to connect 😊🤗💪☀️
You got this !
Inch by inch.
Step by step
Mile by mile.
Proud of you!
My father tried committing suicide at 62. We saved him but he passed away after 3 years in last month due to organ weakening. So sad and should never let them go away from you even temporarily. I miss him.
Why does he go through so much pain when he was such a kind hearted person. Please God don’t make anyone suffer. I wish I could have given him more love and care although I tried much but failed!
Blessings
The important thing is that you tried. It’s a very difficult condition to deal with. Big Hug!❤
Half of those bipolar in my family died in their twenties by suicide. Mostly my cousins. I'm lucky to have so much love and support from my family and extended family and friends.
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Great content, Rob, and very well presented.Thanks again for all you do!
😢 I wish you hadn’t posted this in a way. I’m 55 and very hopeful and had no idea about this. It hit me hard. I’m going to forget this video and carry on like I’m good till 85
As well intentioned this video is, your belief in what’s possible is far more powerful. Stick to your belief! 👍💪🤗
@@aubreyj.tennant1123 thank you 🫶🏼
Me too depressing or what. So we will be the exception to the rule. We're gonna love & live it past 85yrs + . 👍
@@KILEE-4yt deal.
@@aubreyj.tennant1123Stick with your beliefs and support them with action.👍
Once again great info for us! Thank you for all you do for Bipolar and those that have Bipolar loved ones. You have helped so very many people.👍😀
Awe thank you so much Geraldine. I appreciate the kind words! All of my videos are possible because of viewer support… I will keep working as hard as I can to advocate for those living with bipolar disorder and their loved ones. If you would please consider supporting the channel by becoming a polar warrior Patron, that would mean a lot to me. There’s a link below if you’d like to take a look:
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-Rob
As a fellow Bipolar creator here on UA-cam; I absolutely love your channel man 💯
Hi!… thank you so much for the kind words! It’s always awesome to connect with other creators. I will take a look at your channel and hope you will to continue to stop by mine.”
-Rob
I always thought about this. Thank you for clearing this up. Your information is always so helpful. Thanks for what you are doing for us all!
Yikes... I am a bit lucky that I have a great health, and take my Bipolar Disorder I really seriously. And also, as a US Army Veteran, I get bloodwork done. I quit drinking, quit smoking 11 years ago, and avoid carbs. And I know the exercise thing, went on a exercise binge 12 years ago, went from 260 to 138lbs in 11 months, and ballooned back to 220, now I am trying to drop to the 170s. My own life is not my only priority, but my kids. They need me. As soon as I get my joints back to jogging strength, I will do it, over depression and mania. I know I can! Thanks for the video
Swimming is best,running is horrible on hips,knees! Water volleyball!
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@@pamspencer5733 will do, there has to be a good pool in San Antonio, thanks for the advice!
I loved the video because what he said is what I have thought for many years. Never having one word of support from my family and being shunned is the hardest part to live through. Will be 75 this year.
Awesome video man really hits home diet and exercise has been very beneficial to me on my journey.
Heart wrenching - We must have compassion for ourselves
Thank you for producing these videos. Difficult but insightful and inspiring. Thank you
Rob, thank you. I have told many people about this short life as a bipolar person. I have various co morbid conditions due to my bipolar. As you say do the best you can each day. Keep on making these videos. I shared with you that your videos helped me so much when i first took my diagnosis seriously. Alone afraid etc. Your example and sharing helped me stay alive. Accept that I was ill, not defective. It was not my fault. If i was a rich man i would send you loads of cash to support you and your work. Keep shining. Keep being an advocate for us. It's far easier to sometimes send a video you have made, to my friends than me trying to explain. They also respond better to the information. I can say it but often not heard. Your videos show others and describe my behavior etc to the t. People then come back to me and say they get it now. You are helping educate people who do not suffer and in turn helping those who do. Keep on Keep on. Hope you make old bones. 😂 keep living as an example, an advocate, and down to earth dude.
So well said...exactly my thoughts to a T 😊
@@susandenam719 thank you. 😊
All your videos are so informative, helpful and relatable. I'm very much aware of our lower life span but I don't worry about it. I don't think I want to live and exist being very old if I'm not able to take care of myself any longer. Maybe I'll change my mind later on but right now I'm ok with it.
This illness had locked me up in its dungeons for a long time. I remembered moments and saw awful long hours of my life burning in the pain while watching this episode. No matter how hard it enslaves me, no matter how tired, depressed or manic I get, I will never, ever back down. I am not going back no more. I am going to make it, or I will die trying. Y'all brothers and sisters, I wish you Patience, Power and Happiness. Get up and start trying again and again until you can make it. It is worth a try. YOU ARE NOT ALONE :)🤗💪
People like you are some of the strongest people in the world.
Thank you LordRadman!! I’m so happy to hear that I’m not alone!! It’s a very hard illness to deal with!! I’m sure mine started at about 16 years of age but I was not diagnosed until I was in my 40’s. Around 45-46 years old. My parents were not supportive of me in my suffering. It’s been a really long journey. Thank you for your post!!
Warrior ❤
Add aces, PTSD, Night Shift work, etc. 66, they said my life expectancy was 56. On borrowed time. I invest effort heavily in mental and physical health. Mindfulness and getting sleep, big help. Great video. Important info. Isolation and loneliness are toxic and most challenging for me.
Mindfulness and sleep is HUGE! Thank you for mentioning it. I self isolated a lot until I attended my first local support group. Peer support is really important. There are just some things that only us bipolar folk can understand. In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there! Take gentle care!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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Isolation sucks. I have the same experience and tend to be a very extraverted and gregarious person. But when people don't want to respond, I feel drained. Then I get anxious and wonder if I did something wrong. Then the depression kicks in. I don't know you personally, but hang in there pal. You're already kicking ass and that's great!
Thanks for posting this , very informative. We all know we should live the best life , but tbh i sort of feel i couldn't care less if i died tomorrow. The older you get the more tired you feel and you get sick of the depression. But then you have a good period and make plans to enjoy yourself, its a double edge sword...
Keep on living the best you can. It's a big middle finger 🖕 to those who have potentially treated you badly because of the condition you have. Living is the best revenge. IMHO. Be gentle with yourself, and I just want to encourage you. It's not easy, I get it. Know that even by you posting this has helped me. I get it. Thank you for being honest. I go to this place often. It's reminds me that I am not alone with these feelings. Gives me courage to continue.
@@jonzfilms I've Saved your comment, I'm going to read it every time I feel Really Low, Thankyou.
Thank you for this Rob, it is very timely, and absolutely on point, thank you 😻💯 and btw I have just started 6 weeks ago a diet to reduce BP, weight etc which is paying off, had a real shock when undergoing cardiology checks, blood work and scans and wearing a holter to discover I have very high blood pressure, cholesterol through the roof (scary for me as I had a stroke a few years back), so this is EXCELLENT advice for us all.
Here lately i have been thinking alot about death and life..i worry about dying because of bipolarism and my radical brain but i guess all we can do is be thankful stay positive and love our life .
Scary but important info. I have no excuse for not exercising I am overweight and eat a poor diet. I am 53 and just been diagnosed with ADHD aswell as bi polar. Gonna save this video and refer to it as I really need to make some changes. Wish me luck ❤
Can you take lithium orotate and dexedrine? or lithium carbonate and dexedrine? or just ADHD medicine....? Been diagnosed both but ADHD is fitting me much more. I tried Lamictal in late 20's, it led me to Finasteride and that led to suicide attempt... it gave me a disease, I fixed it... 5-6 yrs ago (PFS). Please don't take hair meds... nor accutane... nor effexor xr and ssri's snri's etc. Minimal meds. I wish you well friend.
What's additionally sad is that people who look at me and interact with me typically don't know that there's anything wrong because I'm controlled now. But, I still have symptoms, and I'm pretty good at masking them now. But, the symptoms bother me daily, extreme fatigue, tiredness, reduced concentration, hard to think, environmental difficulties like being too hot, and then there's the extreme physical tiredness coupled with over energetic. And these are only part of it. People can't typically notice how cognitively stressed I am. I have HTN now, my blood sugar average (A1C) is borderline diabetic, my weight went way too high d/t my SGA Seroquel, my lipids are ridiculously high.
Hi, I have the same symptoms as you. And I understand how people think we're "normal" when on the inside there's a raging volcano. My meds help but I need to destress all the time. Just driving on the freeway causes me to have anxiety attacks. But I manage. I never want anyone to be bipolar. Even though the meds help, being bipolar never really goes away.
I totally relate. I'm stuck in overtime hell and a lot of that, I think is due to people just not being able to understand that when I say "I don't think I can take this shift, I feel REALLY sick and tired and worn down," that refers to a host of problems like these. And even when people like us put up a very tough front it's because we've taught ourselves to for survival
@@sad_doggo2504Yes. I agree. It is a front. But, some people do pick up on it anyway. And, putting on the front is stressful in itself.
It sounds like I wrote that. I have most of what you listed, as well as heart attacks, many cardiac arrests, cancer, terrible diabetes, and uncontrolled cholesterol despite an excellent diet.
Thank you so much for a stark but needed reminder. My mum has bipolar, or manic depression as it was called then. She died at 59
I am 52 and was diagnosed at 40. I was aware of my symptoms in my teens, with my first suicide attempt.
So it's very much in my mind at the moment. I have been on quetiapine for 12 years now. I didn't want to go in it at all. My weight had gone up by half of my original body weight, when I expressed my reservations it was a choose your battles situation.
Wishing us all the strength to keep well
Rob, one of your best talks.
I love your channel. I have 2 sons with bipolar and my Mom had it too (RIP). Thank you.
Hi Donna! I'm so glad you found Rob's channel! It's great that you are learning things about this disorder! In case you are interested, Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on Discord, where we have a lot of partners and family attend. Ge also has a specific group for partners and family as well. Would love to have you there!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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I'm so happy to have found you. I inherited bipolar disorder from both sides of my family. In fact, many family members are on the "bipolar spectrum". After taking meds for 28 years, I decided to try life without meds. I was 68, retired and the pandemic had begun. It was pretty rough, but today I can say definitely that I have found something that is really helping. I do a cold water plunge every day without fail. Since I started, my bipolar symptoms have drastically reduced. There are studies showing cold water treatment does help bipolar symptoms, and they are referenced in the back of the book The Wim Hoff Method. You may already have spoken on this, but I just found you.
Hi Mischa! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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Thanks for this vid, knowledge brings hope, even though it may seem daunting. I'm 56 with bipolar, PTSD, DID, ADHD, and a few other letters. I was diagnosed late, at 40, but had been demonstrating symptoms from a very young age. Now I feel in touch with my life, mostly, but do have struggles just like all of us. Each day is a gift, I need to remember that, and movement, I need to add that. My best to you 🙏🏼
I am suffering from high blood pressure from about 2 or 3 months and this video helped me diagnose the reason. Thank u Rob.
Yeah... Totally makes sense. Just on a very basic level, the stress alone jacks up our risk of heart attacks, strokes, etc. But you add many extra things that also apply. The self termination is a big one for us. I wish I could say I'm happy I'm still here but that would be a lie. No telling when I may cross that line again, or even IF I will.... I'm actually glad to hear all these stats because it means i don't have to speed up the process, I can just let it happen on its own. Sorry for being a downer, just sharing my current state of mind. 💙💙💙
I am 100% with you. I do take my meds but, I find is video so interesting. I too am kicking back on it. It really won't faze me to leave at 67. I'm almost 50 now so, not too much longer. My spirit is in the right place. I just don't see the point still battling this for 100 years. No thanks. Truthfully, I'm ready whenever. I'm just tired, so tired 😔
@@brandydownes1560 Yes, me too. Tired is exactly the right word. 😴😴😴
I just lost a friend to the S -word. He was young, in his early 40s, and OD’d a few weeks ago. He was a UA-camr, and we had so many chats about mental health. But, he gave up. He sent a disturbing message to Discord, then deleted it. It has really affected me, I’ve obsessed for weeks. So very sad
Man, I'm so sorry to hear that! Please talk to a friend or attend a support group in your area if you are still obsessing. It's totally understandable given the circumstances. In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there. Take gentle care!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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I subscribed today. I used to watch your videos a few years ago. I realize I need to treat the bipolar first. I need to focus on diet and mild exercise. I have the co morbidity of diabetes and fibromyalgia. Thanks so much for your channel and thanks to everybody that comments, it's a great support and I'm not alone with this mental illness
Awesome to see you back! Focusing on your health is super important, and it’s cool that you feel supported here.
In case you are interested, I'm having weekly support groups for Patrons during the month of December. Would love to have you!
-Rob
www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
The editing makes it such a fresh breeze of bipolar information out there. Serious and easy to take in. And listening I got some key points I could improve in an understandable way. Well done Rob and thanks for the effort and love you put out there for us🙌☺️ /Jonathan bipolar buddies
I lost 60 pounds and am at my goal weight. Just had my yearly physical and everything is right where it should be. I am 50 years old. I lost weight by listening to my body signals. I do need to start exercising.
I am very happy for you. Congratulations, Natalie! ^^
Did you manage this while on meds?
You and the time you take to create thesw very informative videos save many lives! Your life is making a big difference. By the way, you look very healthy!
Thank you so much for the kind words! It means a lot to me. 🥰🥰☀️☀️☀️
Lower life expectancy actually sounds good to me!!!I suffer from bipolar 1.I can’t wait for a manic episode.Depression is worse than death
I am sorry you are going through such a low time. Remember, it won’t be like this forever. Keep surviving. You are strong! You have overcome every bad day you’ve ever had
@@mamabeebe8592 Thank you so much for your kind words❤️It helps🌈
Anyone watching this during a depression episode with suicidal ideation probably perked right up. I know I learned about this stuff first during a bad depression and it was a ray of sunshine. Currently healthy enough to realize how messed up that is.
I'm at the moment already death inside! It doesn't feel like a disaster if I die younger than moderate.. I know my whole life, that I'm not getting really old! I'm 48 I have been on medication for over 22 years now! On the outside, I look much younger than on the inside.. but I know my life has suffering from addictions stress manic episodes! Along the way.. and the meds that go with that.. I hope that when I die, the depression dies with me! I'm still trying to beat it! Lots of luck, everyone with bpd or friends or family.. keep breathing the sun will come out someday🙏💯💫🍀
Depression is much worse than dead it's something no one sees, and you suffer inside.. and you don't know when it ends! I hope you are better as soon as possible! I know it sucks!
Excellent information
You do great work. You help so many of us. I’m so grateful. Thanks from Australia. 🙏🏽😊
I just found this youtube channel. It's making me cry because I never thought that another person could understand how I feel, let alone hundreds. I'm 20 and in college and was diagnosed not even 2 years ago, but symptoms date back to middle school. I got bipolar from my dad, but he wasn't a consistent in my life(there's no bad blood, he just couldn't handle my mom, we have a great relationship now) so I never felt understood. My mom still to this day threatens to just send me to a psych ward when I try to tell her what's been going on. I feel so good somedays, and sometimes even weeks on end, but then I go back to what feels like my natural state of just truly wanting to die. I feel like I'm constantly just making up different reason to keep living as a distraction, but once someone points out how I don't really apply myself, I'm reminded that they're right. I don't apply myself because I'm not worth it, I'll find a way to be miserable any way, just as easy as finding a reason to be happy. I want to want better for myself, but I can break free from wanting to just sleep forever and never be bothered. I try to surround myself with animals and people hoping that I'll be able to better myself for them, but it still doesn't result in anything permanent. I don't know who or even how to ask for help because I have no money other than my parents, and they just make me crazy telling me how easy it is to just change. I don't think I'm capable of actually offing myself, but I definitely make myself miserable thinking about it.
Hi there! I'm so glad you found Rob's channel! You are definitely not alone friend! Please consider joining a local support group or In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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Hang in there, dear person who has my same disorder. This is going to sound totally weird. Because I was spending so much time crawling back to bed after saying I'd get up. I decided to learn a language whilst Iaid in bed days at a time. After a year I can hold basic 101 level conversations in Italian. I'm still bipolar - tricked my "loser" mind- I can still pull something off. Who knew?
Thank you for your videos! A few weeks ago I prayed to god like never before for answers for my life. Woke up one night and couldn’t sleep& turned on UA-cam polar warrior was the first video that popped up. So I watched it and you explained my life to a T. This gives myself and others some comfort and direction to get treatment. Thank you very much
Your words mean a lot to me. I'm grateful to have been able to help in some way. Thank you for watching!
This illness can be incredibly hard to navigate. I'd love to offer any support I can... If it interests you, I have a private community where you can message me directly and network with other people who are going through similar struggles. No pressure of course, but it would be great to have you join us. I'll include a link below:
www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
-Rob
you are the bravest man i know merci
My grandma is 94 bipolar and had 17 children. She's doing great.
@kellycaudle8200 she taking meds when she is alive?
Not many that have that make that age.
I was meant to find your channel today. Thank you so much.
Rob, I feel like I know you personally. Keep up the good work!
54yr old bipolar female here successfully keeping it between the ditches! and you even take phone calls
such a good man😊
Thank you for this information, I plan on fighting for my future. I'm confident that I can make the changes needed. Bless all of us suffering from this condition xo
Thank U Rob for doing UR videos when UR only stable. & 4 speaking softly. To a person who does't have bipolar, this may not seem like a very big deal, but as a person who has lived for many decades w this disease, it is a VERY BIG DEAL. God Bless U!
Hey, thanks for the shoutout! It really means a lot to me!
-Rob
www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
Thank you for sharing. I only hope that by taking care of myself I can live longer. I’ve heard that one way to combat metabolic syndrome is to change your diet to eat less sugars and more of a ketogenic diet. Edit: I wrote that before I got to the end of the video where you share suggestions like diet and exercise. Thank you🙏
Thank U so much 4 this Video!!!❤
This has answered many of my questions. I am grateful.
I see the growth in your channel & editing, Rob. Keep going my guy, a truly good man with a cause.
I’ve been holding off watching this because I knew it would hit too close to my heart. My BP husband is suffering with most of these health issues and has attempted suicide, which I’m so grateful that he survived. I also wanted to thank you again for creating this community and to wish you and all your viewers the best physical and mental health!
Hi there! I'm so sorry to hear that your husband is experiencing these issues!! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord where we have a lot of partners who attend and listen. He also has a specific support group for family and friends. Would love to have you there!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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Thank you Rob. I've read about this somewhere but can't recall whereand told Mum and now have this video to show her. 49 with bipolar type 2, ASD, CPTSD and type 2 diabetes. Tried twice since November to quit smoking. You've given me incentive to try again & try harder! Sometimes my blood pressure is high & vessels bulge which is horrifying.
After watching this video and others that surfaced on my phone over the last few days, I think due to a reconnection of a spouse from 17 years ago, I now think my erstwhile partner had and has BP on top of PD which she was recently diagnosed. We went our separate ways after 5 weeks of aberrant behaviour. It was overwhelming and over the years I could not put her out of mind. After numerous emails over the past 10 months, mostly good and positive, I pretty well get dumped again. This is so hard to handle and I have lots of empathy and compassion for her. I am frustrated as many are in that you really are helpless in trying to help. I wish there was a cure for these two disorders. One has to become very busy in order keep one's own sanity and somehow to move on. I wish that I could help and support her. Still in love with this person after all these years..wow.
Thank you for sharing! I'm so sorry that it has worked out this way! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord where we have a lot of loved ones who attend. He also has a specific group for partners and family as well. Would love to have you there!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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I’m 72 and wasn’t diagnosed with bipolar disorder until my late 50’s. It’s obvious looking back on my childhood that I was mentally unwell.i, like my siblings, suffered horrific abuse within the family, but had an Auntie and Uncle close by who loved us and mitigated our suffering. It scares me that I’ve already surpassed the average lifespan for someone like me. I also have epilepsy so that must also have an impact. I do generally eat very well, although I binge on sugar sometimes. I walk most days for 40 minutes or so, but the truth is I am always tired. I think my medications contribute to fatigue. But they kep me alive. I also made several suicide attempts, but I’m sure that will not happen again. I used to smoke tobacco, quit for a decade or so and then started with cannabis which helped with pain, nausea and sleep. I try not to smoke cannabis much but still do sometimes. I see my Doctor regularly; he is thorough and I appreciate him very much. I would love to live another 10 years to see my grandchildren grow up. Thank you for the reminders. Life is such a miracle and it’s very hard for those of us with unbalanced neurotransmitters that make us feel so hopeless. Hang in there everybody! I’ve started meditating a little everyday and try to cheer myself with positive feedback when I wake up in the morning so lonely and sad. It works.😊😅
I hope you’re doing well, Rob! I appreciate the video, they always help me feel more connected to people who get it. I’m starting ECT again soon, I’m between feeling hopeful and feeling defeated, but leaning toward hopeful today.
Oooh boy! The list is all checked off with what my love is doing wrong.. Now I need a way of being supportive instead of on his *** about this, getting him to eat veggies I laughed right out by the thought of it 😂 if I’m lucky I can lure something into the food. He eats a lot of fish and shellfish which is great. Thanks to all of you working on these videos, it’s so great and informative and I’ve become so aware of the dysfunction after joining you guys! ❤
Thank you so much for your support and your help and I already joined your private community on patron.. I am so thankful for God and for you.. Yes for a person who tried to suicide 26 times then I totally changed my mind when I cut off all the toxic ppl and negative ideas and things and I put myself first and accepted myself because of your help and for God's sake I am thankful for you 7 years of bipolar and I am already able to control my mood thank you sooo much
Thank you so much for being a part of Rob's community!! I'm so glad that you are still alive, that you are still here, after so many attempt to end things. I understand being in a dark place like that, but have found hope and the will to keep going. Take good care.
-Rachel (Polar Warriors Team Member)
Thank you so much for sharing. I'm sorry about your father dying so young. I think you videos and honesty will help prevent more fathers and mothers from dying so young. Thanks for ending with ways to take good care of ourselves.
I'm 59. I was diagnosed at 26 after my brother's suicide at 18.
hello maam! your laboratory test is regular? how about your result of your laboratory. your result is all normal? because our meds have side effects
A very sobering, but very necessary video. My psych does a great job of making sure I stay up to date on my bloodwork. She'll order it up if my regular doctor hasn't seen me fora while. Thanks for all your hard work.
Thank you so much for all you do.Very well put together
Hi Amanda! Thank you so much for the kind words. Means a lot to me!
-Rob
I am 47 and was diagnosed at 28, but I believe I have been bipolar since I was 3. I remember episodes before I could even read. I figure I have 5-10 years left…sadly I can’t retire for 8 more years so basically I’m over.
Jesus l trust in you!
I'm also 47 Linda and had bipolar from very early childhood. I'm always depressed. Sending you hugs ❤
Just found your channel . . thanks for all the great info! I hope you have a great day as well, my friend. I look forward to watching more of your videos and learning more about Bipolar Disorder from the content you, so graciously, create.
Thank you for the kind words! Welcome to the community! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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Very informative 👍🏼
This made chilling listening. Very sobering. I do exercise regularly at the gym, with a personal trainer, I also walk a lot, and eat an exceptionally healthy diet. My weight is below average, so some plus points in my favour. However, I must be my own worst enemy, as sadly, I do still smoke cigarettes (against all advice), and consequently (presumably) my blood pressure is relatively high .... which leads me to take MORE medication (in the form of Statins), to reduce my blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Oh dear. Thank you for your thoughtful and informative videos. One of these days, I really must learn to listen to reason!
It sounds like you're doing a lot of great things for your health! Acknowledging where we can improve is the first step. Keep up the good work with your exercise and healthy eating!
-Rob
www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors
Timely reminder as I'm completely unable to get myself together enough to look after myself properly. I suffer with all the health issues mentioned although stay away from alcohol and drugs. Lack of sleep and emotional eating are huge issues too. Overworking when high is another.
I hadn't thought of overworking as a symptom! My, that makes sense!
Thank you for the wake-up call. I usually don't take care of myself. I need to change my lifestyle for my health and my loved ones
Me too Matthew… me too 🙌🙌💯💯
Brilliant video, thank you
Thank you I didn't know what metabolic syndrome was, thanks for explaining that in your video. Because I have that too. Now I know what to talk to my doctors about. 😊
I see this as a relief. 10 years less of suffering. Its excruciating.
I truly appreciate your channel. For the 1st time in my life I am actually starting to see the whys of my behavior. Actually notice me doing it. I understand alot more today. Don't make it any less painful, but least I have a fighting chance
To be honest, it's devastating for me and scary. But Im also hopeful. Least I am far more educated on it today than I have been most my life.
What a great comm Timothy!! Welcome aboard! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord, we have one tonight. Would love to have you there!
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Lol ... Im busy having my senses bombarded at the moment. It's quite uncomfortable.
Hi Rob! Thanks for making this video. I always just kind of assumed I'd die young. I don't take care of myself very well but I'm working on it. Sending well wishes to you!
Crazy timing. Right as I've scheduled my first blood panel in 8 years. Much love to all
Right on!!!!!! 🤩🤩💯💯❤️☀️☀️
Thank You a lot for your videos. They help so much. I have bipolar and cptsd. I'm fighting it, but often have periods of exhaustion from it all when I come back to substance abuse again. I'm trying but I get so sick that I have to put my brain to sleep with alcohol from time to time and pass out just to forget. Then I fight again but I'm still not prepared to completely quit drinking and smoking.
Not only am I suffering from bipolar disorder, but also obsessive-compulsive disorder, mysophobia, and depression. I used to be very creative, but gradually lost interest in everything. Nowadays, I'm facing the darkest period of my life, waiting for the end, but nobody can understand me.
Gosh, I'm so sorry you have so much going on right now! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there!
Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member
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I was recently approved for ssdi and I have to say I feel so ashamed, sad, angry, basically going through the grief process. I'm happy that I won my case and can now breathe easier knowing money will be there but at he same time, it solidifies my being sick. There was a part of me that wanted the denial so I could "prove" I wasn't sick. Exhausting
thanks again, from the dad of a bipolar adult offspring (on med regime, in counseling, doing better, still struggling)
Thanks again Robert for this important information where I have been effected with some of these issues!! 🙏🏽
Another thing that adds to this is when you have an actual physical ailment if Drs. see you are on bipolar meds they tend to not believe you are really 🤢...I had to stop my meds to get it off my record because it really does effect your care!! Be well all!!
Bless you. I’m 60 and have given up alcohol , tobacco and illicit drugs (pot) completely. I have moved my diet towards lean meat some. But I am hooked on sugar snacks . I will get my triglycerides blood work this year
sometimes i feel like i have been given a death sentence, at times i’m in a bit of denial that i have bipolar, then i know i do, and my meds are a life saviour, bipolar really can effect your thinking process as well when diagnosed, it’s a healing process, we have to go through, a grief process as well once diagnosed, so it effects us on many levels, i have to be very careful of big decisions i make, so i take things very slow to be able to process my decision making, otherwise i can go head first into something that may be more destructive, there seems to be a fine line we walk on at times, a backward and forward motion, side to side, a balancing act, hang in there my BP friends, we got this, take one day at a time, we will have good and bad days at times, just remember it’s the bipolar not you as a person, you are very special 😘
I'm 51 and this makes me so happy. Life has been far too long and I'm ready to go home to God.
Me aswell. It's so sad
😂 thank you for all your videos thank you for all your knowledge thank you for sharing your personal life good information have a good Saturday
I have always thought having a shorter life expectation I am turning to 65 on april!! as of late I am suffering arthritis ( I had a car accident and fell on my right hand most part) blood pressure a little higher than it used to be, and other things are going on... to be honest the fact that I have not achieved what I wanted and current situation are really having a major impact overall ( I was diagnosed bipolar type 2 some years ago but I have always been since I was born for sure) I am going to chance my life very soon one thing I did turn vegetarian 12 years ago I am vegan since 2020!! Thanks Bob you really helped when I discovered the channel 5 years ago...