This is a great submission in the way it eloquently describes all the difficulties that accompany bipolar disorder but without any whining or self-pity. This woman is a champion - not a victim! I especially like the list of tips that can help others handle their bipolar disorder in such a positive manner.
Jun 29, 2010 Rating
Success Story by: Anonymous
You are inspiring to others just by being willing to write your story. Congratulations on all your accomplishments. You have not let bipolar disorder define you or defeat you.
Mar 09, 2010 Rating
Thank you by: Anonymous
I was just diagnosed in January 2009, and I really appreciated your story. In December I picked up and moved to another state, just like that. I have never stayed in one place for more than a year, except as a child growing up. I honestly thought this was just coincidental, and I've blamed everyone else my whole life for my decisions. I also appreciated your comment that bipolar disorder does not define you, it isn't who you are. Amen to that! Good luck with your studies.
Dec 28, 2009 Rating
Thank you by: Anonymous
Thank you for letting me know that i am not the only one who feels this way. I ask myself every other day "How would it feel if I wasn't bipolar?" I know it doesn't help but I still wonder. I have had drug and alcohol abuse problems and until recently could not keep a relationship. It takes patience to deal with this disease. I try everyday to control the feelings that will take over my body and mind. Thank you for sharing your story
Dec 04, 2009 Rating
Been there, done that, don't like it by: Scott E
Having been diagnosed bipolar more than 30 years ago, I know as well as anyone the heartbreak. So many times I have posed this question: what if I wasn't bipolar, how much more I could have done with my life? (Of course, I know that this sort of musing is a waste of time, counter-productive really.) It is still, even after all these years, hard to accept, and I do, most of the time.
Thanks, T.W., for sharing your story.
Dec 02, 2009 Rating
That is so me! by: angela fiter
As soon as I read this, I felt "that could have been me". Three divorces - four children - endless jobs - always leaving after 3 to 6 months. It is so good to know I am not the only one. I have only been diagnosed for 6 months and am still getting over the shock, Thanks for your story and your honesty. From Angela
