5/19/08
May 19, 2008 6:44pm
Still haven't made it to the store alone, but asside from that I feel like I'm making progress. Actually, I made progress by driving to …
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Gina41
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About Me
I have BiPolar 1 disorder, was diagnosed 7 years ago. I struggle with it just like I'm sure others do. I have ups and downs, but have learned to take one day at a time. It was very hard to accept that, but once I stopped fighting it all it became easier. I am on disability because of the BP1- I love to work and keep busy, so this too has been difficult to accept. I'm finding acceptance, for me, has been the first step to building some kind of life.
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Working out, reading. That's about it for now...
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Just to let you know I am thinking about you. Hope you are having a good holiday weekend. xx
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Thanks for the hug. I am taking a break from DS to sort of get myself together...so you may not hear from me for a little while. I will come back when I feel more stable. xx
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Hi there Just thought I would send you a hug, hope your ok? Here if you want to chat anytime Tash
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Close Bipolar Disorder
Diagnosed BP1 7 years ago. Every day is a struggle. I try to remain possitive.
Treatments
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Working / Worked
- Excellent. Gave me the tools to prevent suicidal thoughts from becoming actions.
- Group Therapy Working / Worked
- Great if it is a small group.
- Lamictal Working / Worked
- Works very well for me. Had a hard time getting through the side effect period, but when it finally passed I felt,and continue to feel, much better.
- Seroquel Working / Worked
- Works very well for me. I take at bedtime because it does knock me out.
Close Anxiety
Panic attacks and fear of going out of the house. I am trying the one step at a time method, because now I live alone and am determined to do this. I used to be so care-free and independent so it's a difficult adjustment. Acceptance has been the key to keeping me going.
Treatments
- Breathwork Working / Worked
- I do feel this works to help me feel "centered". It's a non-meds form of relaxation that I have in my toolbox for when things get tough.
- Klonopin Working / Worked
- Works very well for me. I have been on it for 7 years and it continues to work. I used to have unbearable panic attacks that would land me in the hospital.
- Pilates Working / Worked
- I find the slow stretching and toning movements very soothing. I put on my favorite relaxation music and Im on my way. Note Videos stressed me out too much so I watched the various moves and incorporated what I found beneficial into my own freeform workout. I love it.
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