Being part of a family is a good thing. Usually. At least, it's always been a good thing for me. Even the best families can struggle, however, when someone is dealing with mental illness. And it totally makes sense. They are the one's on the front lines. They are the ones who see first hand the strange or harmful things people sometimes do when they aren't well. And they are often the ones who get hurt the most.
What's more, they often aren't able to understand what you are feeling or were "thinking" when you acting all weird. It really hard to explain "crazy." That's why finding your mental health family is so important. It gives you a group of people who understand what it's like to go through the trial-and-error of finding the right meds, apologize for crap you did when you were manic, and deal with the frustration of being frozen with depression. I am grateful for my family.
And I am just as grateful for my Bipolar Fam. If you enjoy the show, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than a minute and really makes a difference in helping us spread “The Recombobulated Life” message to those who need it most. Miss anything? Don’t forget to subscribe to the show and stay on top of your own successful mindset. You can find us wherever you listen to podcasts.
Thank you again for listening to The Recombobulated Life. As a reminder, we are not mental health or healthcare providers. The opinions expressed on the podcast are just opinions and are not medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this podcast.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or call 911 immediately.
If you are considering suicide or have a plan to take your own life, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
For more information about Bipolar Disorder, or other mental illnesses, a great resource is the National Alliance on Mental Illness.
