Bipolar 2: My Story [Part 1]
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- My introduction and the first part of the story of my mental health breakdown and Bipolar 2 diagnosis. My episode of terrible bipolar depression started in late September 2015, and I am still attempting to stabilize and work through it. My apologies for the poor recording - I didn't have much light to work with.
A thorough explanation of Bipolar disorder (1 and 2): psycheducation....
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+MO I'm glad the video resonated with you. Many people don't understand how difficult this illness is to experience and recover from. I've had a very hard time being patient and accepting the length of time this has gone on, and the severity of the entire episode. Keep fighting friend.
This video, and I've watched a lot because I like to listen to other people's experiences with bipolar so I don't feel so alone with it, is video is one of the best I've watched. I say this because 1) I love the way you just are open, honest and the tone in which you do it in is so genuine and raw- I love that and it's nice to hear someone be so honest and not dramatise or go off on a tangent. 2) you just seem like such a nice guy and I feel like I could easily just sit down and talk to you about it all because you just seem really genuine and kind. 3) it was well said and just to a T. I hope you're doing alright in yourself and thank you, don't stop posting 👍🏻
Lily - I really appreciate your comment, it makes me feel really good about making these videos. I feel it is so vital to connect with others and not hide our struggles because of stigma; I needed to hear honesty and clarity when I was in my darkest moments, and I love trying to return that to those who need it now. I'm rooting for you, I hope things are going well and keep in touch.
great description. wished more people would understand what bipolar means for those who suffer.
Thanks for the video. I have adhd, bp2, and fibromyalgia. I hope your doing well in 2017! happiness seems so implausible in the thick of depression, and yet so many of us survive to be happy. most people dont consider why they continue to live. most people avoid considering death. we have wanted death above all things and yet we have chosen to live. Why? in this way we gain a deepened appreciation for what is worth living for.
I hope you are doing well too Evan - it's true what they say about the darkest hour just before dawn, I believe.
Same thing happened to me...I lost a job in 2016. I was having panic attacks. My job wasn't bad the problem is that I couldn't connect with anyone outside of my job and was a care giver for a girl who was non verbal. I really had no one to talk to. Now I'm afraid to work. Ever since that job I've tried to work but just couldn't. I feel so far away from people or don't like people or feel like they don't like me. Normal people have friend's and I have none. I try to make friend's but I feel like I'm an annoying burden to them.
Work has been a real battle for me too; anxiety being the primary issue. I hope things have improved for you friend.
Thank you for your story. I needed this.
+Swindle Visuals I'm glad it had some value for you; it means alot to me. Hope you are well.
Thanks for this video it seems hearing my story too. Thanks a lot it gives me hope.
going through a really hard time.... been diagnosed with bipolar disorder 3 months ago and it feels horrible
Alvaro: hold on for now friend - things DO get better ... there are some deeply dark times with this disease, but it ends - it really does. If you ever need, PM me, I'd be very happy to talk. I don't know it all, but I know that a person needs support during the toughest times; continue reaching out, continue taking care of yourself as best you can, and have patience ... sometimes the days can seem long, but there is light at the end of that tunnel. Trust me, and much positive energy to you friend.
Amen!!
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Literally same thing happened 2 me.
+Jake Johnson Fitness Thank you so much for your comments; knowing I'm not alone has been a huge boost for me. Many many people will never be able to understand a full mental health breakdown and the consequences that occur with it. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy.
May I ask how long you isolate for? I was recently diagnosed with Bipolar 2
Mariah: This episode I'm describing resulted in ~4 months of isolation and intense depression. I didn't speak to anyone really, I couldn't leave bed, I had no ability to hold a conversation or have a normal outing with friends. I believe the medication and time helped me to pull out of the worst of the isolation. I realize now that isolation really can prolong and even induce mental illness - even prior to my breakdown I knew I was isolating and building towards something very unhealthy. It's a bad habit of mine. I hope you are gaining insight and some peace with your diagnosis; this is a tough journey, and I know the diagnosis/acceptance is incredibly tough. I'm here if you ever need to talk or you just need someone to listen.
Thanks I really appreciate that especially when I feel like no one gets it. It's like I tell them what's going on and none of them listen. Could the alcohol be making things worse? I have 59 days of sobriety...I gave it up completely because I was in bed for a week. It was brought on by not feeling loved. I can remember even having a boyfriend (feeling loved at the time) but not being able to connect with my friend's back in high school. I would just end up leaving groups and sitting by myself. Not sure if that was before the break up or after though. I have to do some self inventory or something to see how I got here. I wish I could remember it all. Even before drinking I remember feeling like crap. I was a very angry child after my parents divorce. Never really fit in either. Even had some pretty great boyfriends but they never were enough....maybe in the beginning but they could just never be enough it's really weird.