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Live Well Bipolar ™228: Love Well BipolarIn this episode, Paris opens up about the deeply personal why behind her brand-new course, Love Well Bipolar—a course designed specifically for those who love, support and stand beside someone living with bipolar.Born out of five years of sharing stories, advocacy, and lived experience, this course is more than just information—it’s a roadmap. Paris shares how each of the five core modules came to life, and why they’re essential:Understanding BipolarNavigating ChallengesEffective CommunicationSustainable Self-CareDesign Your Love Well BlueprintYou’ll hear the real s...2025-04-1718 min
Live Well Bipolar ™227: Support's Role in Loving BipolarIn this episode, we delve into the critical role of support in loving and living with bipolar. Celebrating five years of the Live Well Bipolar podcast, Paris reflects on its evolution and underscores the influence of support networks on managing bipolar. Personal anecdotes illustrate how support from loved ones and the community can significantly impact one's mental health journey. The episode highlights the importance of expressing how we need to be supported, ways to support ourselves, and offering support to others. 2025-02-1727 min
Live Well Bipolar ™226: Your Growth Guide to End 2024Join Paris as she reflects on this final day of 2024, sharing her journey of growth and challenges.
Highlights include transitioning to a full-time speaking business, traveling to diverse locations, and deep work in therapy.
Paris emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, overcoming personal fears, and the power of community support.
Do the exercise Paris shares in the episode to reflect on your own year, focusing on three significant challenges and three areas of growth.
Stay in touch with Paris via...2025-01-0133 min
Live Well Bipolar ™225: 10 years of breakdowns to breakthroughA Decade of Defying Darkness: My Journey from Hospitalization to Hope
In this special once-in-a-lifetime bonus episode, Paris reflects on her profound journey spanning the last decade since her psychiatric hospitalization on December 19, 2014.
The episode is filled with raw emotions, deep introspection, and invaluable lessons learned from her battle with bipolar disorder.
Through personal anecdotes, Paris shares her transformation from a patient to an advocate and public speaker, detailing her work in mental health advocacy and how she's used her experiences to inspire and support others.
2024-12-2033 min
Live Well Bipolar ™224: Bridging the Gap in Academia's Mental Health CrisisParis welcomes Dr. Wendy Ingram, the CEO of Dragonfly Mental Health, a global nonprofit focused on improving mental health among academics.
They discuss Wendy's personal journey with PTSD from childhood, her experience living with bipolar and the impact of societal stigma.
Wendy shares how reading about mental health inspired her academic pursuits and her efforts to address mental health issues in academia. The podcast also covers the tragic loss of colleagues to suicide that prompted Wendy and her peers to tackle these issues head-on, leading to the founding of...2024-11-0450 min
Live Well Bipolar ™223: New Technology Transforming Bipolar CareExploring BiAffect: A Technological Breakthrough for Bipolar Disorder Support
Paris is joined by Dr. Alex Leow and her team to discuss BiAffect, a pioneering smartphone technology designed to aid those living with bipolar.
BiAffect turns a smartphone into a brain fitness tracker, monitoring typing habits to provide real-time neuropsychological assessments without compromising user privacy.
The team explains the technology's development, inspired by advancements like Apple Watch and Fitbit, and its implications for mental health management by tracking behavior patterns via smartphone keyboards.
Discussion highlights...2024-10-2828 min
Live Well Bipolar ™222: Sober & Soaring w/ Bipolar IIParis is pleased to bring you Jackie Colbeth's story. She is a mental health advocate and co-owner of MedCircle who shares her personal journey of living with bipolar 2 disorder, her initial misdiagnosis at age 13, and her path to sobriety celebrating 21 years.
She highlights the importance of educating oneself about mental health diagnoses and breaking the stigma associated with them. Jackie emphasizes the significance of setting boundaries to prioritize mental health and shares insights on managing bipolar disorder effectively.
The conversation also touches on the founding of MedCircle, a platform...2024-10-2139 min
Live Well Bipolar ™221: BrainStorm: From Broken to BlessedUnveiling the Stigma: A Conversation with Sara Schley on Bipolar Awareness and Empowerment.Paris sits down with Sara Schley, a business consultant, social change entrepreneur, and author, to discuss her experiences living with Bipolar Type II disorder. Sara shares her personal journey of enduring years without a proper diagnosis and living in secrecy until revealing her condition in her memoir, 'Brainstorm: From Broken to Blessed on the Bipolar Spectrum.' The discussion delves into her life before and after the diagnosis, the immense support...2024-10-1433 min
Live Well Bipolar ™220: The Journal That Changed EverythingFinding Solace: Amanda McNamara's Journey with Bipolar Disorder and Monarch Mental Health
Amanda has become a dear friend of mine after shipping me a beautiful care package, which included her journal that helped me A LOT.
Amanda McNamara, founder of Monarch Mental Health, joins Paris to discuss her personal journey with bipolar 1 disorder, diagnosed in 2010. Amanda shares how her journey began with journaling, initially a lifeline for communicating her suicidal thoughts when young, leading to her development of a color-coded brain log to track her symptoms.
Despite facing numerous...2024-10-0748 min
Live Well Bipolar ™219: Things Will Never Be The SameEmbracing Breaks for Growth and New Beginnings
In this episode, Paris shares significant personal and professional updates, announcing a one-year break from alcohol, social media, and the podcast. The decision is driven by health, fitness, and a desire to focus on new goals, including a big project being announced soon.
Reflecting on her experiences, she discusses the importance of taking breaks to invest in oneself. Paris also opens up about reconnecting with her faith, sharing an emotional journey reconnecting with God after years of hurt.
Additionally, she highlights the...2024-09-3028 min
AwareNow™: The Official Podcast for CausesParis Scobie: Exclusive Interview: 'From Stigma To Strength'Paris Scobie is a mental health speaker, podcaster, and author who’s turned her lived experience with bipolar disorder into a powerful platform for change. From battling self-stigma as a young adult to working at the very hospital where she was once a patient, Paris has a unique perspective that’s deeply rooted in empathy and advocacy, as she works to break down barriers of mental health stigma.
This feature is published in 'The Unfiltered Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: awarenowmagazine.com
Featuring: Paris Scobie
Interviewed by: Allié McGuire
Music by: Yehezkel Raz
Produced by: AwareNow Media2024-09-2722 min
Live Well Bipolar ™218: We Are Taking a BreakTaking a Break: Exciting Changes and Upcoming Adventures
In this heartfelt episode, Paris announces a rare break from the podcast due to an overseas trip, a keynote speaking engagement in Virginia and more explained here.
Starting on August 26th, she will be away until September 30th, when she will return with a solo episode. The podcast's format will shift, featuring more solo episodes alongside one guest interview per month split into two parts.
Paris shares her gratitude for the community and discusses upcoming episode topics like social anxiety, bipolar...2024-08-2622 min
SOUL SEEKREp 235: Bipolar Disorder, A MasterClass w/ Paris Scobie📌Subscribe to my new Youtube Channel — SPIRITUALITY SIMPLIFIED: https://www.youtube.com/@Spirituality_SimplifiedWelcome back to the Soul Seekr Podcast! Today’s episode is an insightful deep dive into the world of bipolar disorder. We're joined by Paris Scobie, a remarkable individual who brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to this important topic. If you or someone you know has been affected by bipolar disorder, or if you're simply curious to understand more about mental health, this episode is for you.Paris Scobie is here to guid...2024-08-141h 17
Live Well Bipolar ™214: How Depression Shows Up For MeIn this solo episode, the host delves into their personal experience with depression and bipolar disorder. They discuss the variability of depression among individuals with bipolar disorder and share insights from their own life, including the onset of symptoms at age 14, a misdiagnosis of depression, and the challenges of managing mental health as an adult.
The host emphasizes the importance of support networks, self-awareness, and coping strategies such as journaling and therapy. They also detail the impact of physical illness on mental health and the significance of setting boundaries, particularly with social media.
2024-07-2929 min
Live Well Bipolar ™212: NAMI VP on Breaking Bipolar StigmaOvercoming Stigma: Kateri's Journey With Bipolar Disorder
Paris talks with Kateri, the Vice President of NAMI Western Massachusetts, about her journey living with bipolar.
They discuss Kateri's initial diagnosis at 18, struggles with self-stigma, and the crucial role of family support. Kateri shares her personal experiences, including her battle with substance abuse, abusive relationships, and her transformative path toward advocacy and mental health awareness.
She highlights effective coping mechanisms such as meditation, prayer, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Kateri also emphasizes the importance of community involvement, such as her role...2024-07-1531 min
Live Well Bipolar ™211: Stand-Up For Mental Health: A Bipolar Comedian's StoryJohn F. O'Donnell: Comedy, Bipolar Disorder, and Resilience
In this episode of Live Well, Bipolar, Paris is joined by John F. O'Donnell, a national headlining comedian and mental health advocate, who shares his journey of living with bipolar disorder while thriving in his comedy career.
John discusses his early diagnosis, the challenges of managing his condition, and how integrating his experiences into his comedy has helped both himself and others.
The conversation dives into the importance of sleep, medication compliance, and having a support system, as John offers insights...2024-07-0834 min
Live Well Bipolar ™210: A Teacher's Tale Breaking Free of Bipolar DenialEmbracing Bipolar: Kelcie's Journey of Acceptance and Support
Paris welcomes Kelcie, a mental health advocate and toddler teacher, to share her journey living with bipolar disorder.
Kelcie discusses her diagnosis in 2020, overcoming denial, and the vital support from her family, especially her mother.
She opens up about the challenges of living with bipolar, including experiencing psychosis, drug use and toxic relationships, and highlights the importance of community and support systems in her life today.
Kelcie talks about her passion for teaching and the impact...2024-07-0130 min
Live Well Bipolar ™209: Big June ThingsSince it is the last Monday of the month you know what that means.... time to break down all things June.
I asked (on a story on my paris.scobie Instagram account) what topic you wanted me to review most and the winner was... the first month working full time in my speaking business!
I cover this along with the other top 3 you voted for: behind the scenes of NAMICon, review of all June things and talk about my audiobook that is now out!
...2024-06-2431 min
Live Well Bipolar ™208: Surviving Sexual Assault to Thriving in Love & BusinessSteve Wilson's Journey of Resilience, Surviving Sexual Assault at 9 and Advocacy.
In this episode of the 'Live Well Bipolar' podcast, host Paris welcomes Steve Wilson, a 75-year-old author from Scottsdale, Arizona.
Steve shares his powerful journey as detailed in his book 'Teetering on a Tight Rope: My Bipolar Journey,' discussing his experience living with bipolar disorder since 1978, the impact of early childhood trauma, struggles in his careers, and the importance of mental health support.
Steve speaks candidly about the challenges faced due to inadequate mental health...2024-06-1740 min
Live Well Bipolar ™207: Mind & Miles - A Triathlete's Bipolar JourneyIn this episode of the 'Live Well, Bipolar Podcast,' Paris introduces Sam, a Virginia Beach native and mental health advocate.
Sam shares his journey living with bipolar disorder, detailing his initial denial, the impact of the pandemic on his mental health, and his first manic episode leading to hospitalization.
He discusses the role of exercise, particularly running, and the importance of community and support in managing his condition. The conversation highlights the significance of involving family in therapy, the challenges of mental health treatment, and practical steps for...2024-06-1039 min
Live Well Bipolar ™205: Why I Quit My JobMay 2024 Recap and New Beginnings
In this solo episode, Paris Scobie discusses her decision to resign from her professional career to pursue her speaking business for mental health advocacy full-time.
She provides a month-in-review for May 2024, sharing her experiences speaking at the Mental Health America of Arizona Seeds Conference and the upcoming NAMICon in Denver.
Paris also discusses her new Instagram account, rebranded LinkedIn, and newly launched website. She reflects on the significance of connection, personal growth, and prioritizing what truly aligns with her...2024-05-2717 min
Peace of MePodcast66: Daily Wellness, Being Confident & Finding your People w/Paris Scobie from Live Well Bipolar Podcast.This episode is part 2 of my conversation with Paris. To hear the first part, go back and listen to the previous episode.
It's Mental Health Awareness month and I'm honored to bring on a guest who is an advocate to support others with mental illness. My guest is Paris Scobie from the Live Well Bipolar podcast. Not only has she learned to navigate life given her diagnosis but she also chose to write about it in her book, Crooked Illness (available on Amazon, see link below).
In this episode, Paris will share:2024-05-2034 min
Entrepreneurs in Recovery026: Living Well Bipolar with Paris Scobie026: Living Well Bipolar with Paris Scobie Paris Scobie is host of the top 1.5% globally ranked podcast, Live Well Bipolar, best-selling author of her memoir, Crooked Illness: Lessons From Inside & Outside Hospital Walls, and speaker for NAMI (national alliance on mental illness) & other mental health organizations. Paris is an entrepreneur who took her struggles living with bipolar and rewrote the narrative to demonstrate the many ways in which it is possible to Live Well Bipolar. In this episode, Paris shares her inspiring journey of living with bipolar disorder and her dedication to supporting others f...2024-05-1749 min
Live Well Bipolar ™203: Unboxing Mental Resilience with BroglieBoxTransforming Lives Through Mental Health Advocacy: Julia Belt's Story
Julia Belt is a mental health advocate, entrepreneur, and co-founder of BroglieBox and Mindly. She joins me to share her personal journey navigating mental health challenges before and after the tragic loss of her brother, Justin, to suicide.
She discusses the inception of BroglieBox, a mental wellness care package company, and Mindly, a tool for empowering people managers to support employees' mental health effectively.
The conversation touches on the importance of open discussions about mental health, the impact of management on employee well-being, and the evolution of personal wellness strategies...2024-05-1330 minPeace of MePodcast65: How to live well w/Bipolar, Depression & Navigating life through the struggle w/Paris Scobie from Live Well Bipolar podcast.It's Mental Health Awareness month and I'm honored to bring on a guest who is an advocate to support others with mental illness. My guest is Paris Scobie from the Live Well Bipolar podcast. Not only has she learned to navigate life given her diagnosis but she also chose to write about it in her book, Crooked Illness (available on Amazon, see below).
In this episode, Paris will share:
-her involuntary hospitalization
-how she felt about receiving the bipolar 1 diagnosis
-her past traumas & much more.
*Please...2024-05-1341 min
Live Well Bipolar ™199: Navigating Hormonal Shifts Living with BipolarNavigating Hormonal Changes in Women Living with Bipolar Disorder
In this episode, Paris welcomes back Melissa Howard, a mental health advocate and writer, to discuss the intricate relationship between hormonal changes and bipolar disorder in women.
Melissa shares her personal journey, including her diagnosis with bipolar disorder at 19, experiencing significant mood disruptions associated with hormonal changes such as puberty, the use of birth control pills, and the impacts of pregnancy and menopause on her bipolar symptoms.
She highlights the challenges of managing bipolar disorder...2024-04-1541 min
The Life Shift: Real Stories of Life-Altering MomentsOvercoming Stigma: Living Well with Bipolar Disorder | Paris ScobieParis Scobie shares her harrowing yet inspiring journey from the aftermath of a sexual assault at 15, through her diagnosis of bipolar disorder at 19, to her passionate advocacy work. Her candid recount of the struggles, resilience, and the eventual embrace of her narrative not only sheds light on the dark corners of mental health challenges but also illuminates the path toward destigmatization and understanding.Key Takeaways:The transformative impact of sharing personal stories to dismantle self-stigma.The indispensable role of empathetic support systems in mental health journeys.The pivotal role of resilience and self-awareness in navigating...2024-03-261h 03
Live Well Bipolar ™193: My Husband on Navigating Love & BipolarJoining us today is the one, the only... the love of my life, Dan Scobie!
In this candid and intimate podcast episode, we reflect on our relationship journey, beginning from the first time we crossed paths at BLK Live 5.5 years ago to our current life together.
The episode delves into personal aspects of our lives, including the challenges and triumphs of managing bipolar together, many new beginnings shared, and the evolution of our relationship over time.
Highlighted are themes of personal growth, the power...2024-03-041h 01
Live Well Bipolar ™184: Slower Mornings ApproachUnderstanding the Slower Mornings Approach with Minna Khounlo-Sithep.
Make sure to grab your free slower mornings approach guide down below! Paris discusses the importance of having a slower morning routine with business expert and creator of the 'Slower Mornings' approach, Minna Khounlo-Sithep.
Minna is the host of Cue the Clarity Podcast, creator of the Slower Mornings Approach and speaker and educator for small business owners for self-growth, productivity, positive psychology and inner alignment.
Minna shares her personal journey exiting a successful multi-million dollar business she helped co-found 'The Product Boss...2024-01-0137 min
Rough Edges Podcast with Sarah I. FoxReflections from "Crooked Illness" (feat. Paris Scobie)How do you find the courage to share your story and transform the lives of others?
Trigger warning: this episode mentions sexual assault, alcoholism, and psychiatric hospitalization.
In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by a very special returning guest, Paris Scobie. Paris is the host of the top 2% globally ranked podcast called Live Well Bipolar ™ and best selling author of her memoir, "Crooked Illness: Lessons from Inside & Outside Hospital Walls." Paris was first diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder at 19 and went back to work at the same hospital she was a patient at when she was 22. She is a speaker fo...2023-10-1045 min
The Upside of Bipolar: Conversations on the Road to WellnessEP 23: Thriving with Bipolar with Author and Podcaster Paris ScobieSend us a message!In this empowering conversation author and podcaster Paris Scobie shares:Her experience being diagnosed with bipolar disorder,What motivated her to learn how to manage her bipolar,How critical healthy boundaries were to her mental health,What motivated her to start her podcast,The keys to managing her bipolar effectively,How she successfully navigated a year of major life changes,How she learned from her mood swings to manage her bipolar more effectively,Some of...2023-09-041h 14
Mequell Buck: Thriving with Mental IllnessEp. 97 - Paris Scobie - The Importance of TrackingMequell and Adam are joined by Paris Scobie, host of the Live Well Bipolar Podcast and author of Crooked Illness, for an incredible discussion. Paris shares her own story of her bipolar diagnosis and the work that she put in to become stable and happy. She's a rockstar y'all!!!
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Beautiful You Podcast28. Living well with bipolar w/ Paris ScobieJoin us on today’s episode as we share empowering stories of resilience and hope with Paris Scobie, host of the podcast “Live Well Bipolar” and author of the book “Crooked Illness: Lessons from Inside & Outside Hospital Walls”. Paris shares her journey from being admitted to a hospital to returning to the same one, but to work. We talk about understanding the different types of bipolar disorder, managing mood swings and bouts, finding the right treatment plan, and fostering supportive relationships.
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Live Well Bipolar ™162: Power of Peer SupportWhat role does peer support play when it comes to learning how to live well bipolar?
Tune in as Paris brings on this week's guest, Avantika, the host of the podcast Beautiful You. She has been an active mental health advocate since 2020, creating videos, blogs & podcast for mental health advocacy. Avantika was diagnosed with bipolar II at 17 and featured in the magazine called The Week and an Indian national newspaper, The Times of India, for sharing her story with bipolar disorder.
We talk about the importance of creating your support network through relationships along with...2023-07-3129 minLive Well Bipolar ™161: Identifying Root CausesTune in to hear Paris speak with this week's guest, Dr. Aruna Tummala, a pioneer in holistic psychiatry who works to help her patients struggling with bipolar disorder reclaim their lives.
Dr. Aruna shares the struggles she faced herself and how all the treatments that failed her lead her to discovering a solution. She shares how she was able to leave her problems in the past tense with the changes she made to her life.
From attending her first holistic psychiatry conference in October of 2013 to becoming board certified in Integrative and Holistic Medicine, Dr...2023-07-2428 min
Live Well Bipolar ™136: Own Your HealthThe stigma of mental health in a South Asian family can be complex, with loved ones often denying or minimizing issues. Their actions, even if they are well-intentioned, can be harmful to their family members living with bipolar.
The immigrant experience, often characterized by keeping up appearances and the collectivist mindset, is unfortunately a common one. Perhaps, by sharing more of these experiences and breaking down at least some of the barriers that exist, we can start to shift the attitudes toward bipolar and other mental illnesses.
For Nikhil Torsekar, this narrative is all too familiar. One day, he seemed...2022-09-0533 min
Live Well Bipolar ™135: Self-Acceptance in TransitionFor some people, sports and physical activity can be a healthy outlet for coping with the difficulties around mental illness. For others, it can become a way of repressing emotions and can create a toxic cycle of ignoring the difficulties of life.
What if you shifted that mindset from constantly pushing your physical limits to ignore what’s brewing inside, to instead, putting your mental health first?
On today’s episode, mental health advocate and high performance coach, Bonnie Mosby, shares her experiences of transforming her own disordered relationship with sport from being unhealthy, toxic and...2022-08-2922 min
Live Well Bipolar ™134: Keto for BipolarThis podcast was created to provide as many options as possible to help treat bipolar disorder and mental illnesses in a way that works for you. One facet of that is your diet. What you eat changes the way your body functions. Particularly with a ketogenic diet.
A keto diet drastically changes the way your brain and body functions. It has the capacity to help stabilize bipolar disorder and has been proven to be most effective for depressive episodes.
Since this is a promising treatment for bipolar disorder, we wanted to talk to someone who...2022-08-2228 min
Live Well Bipolar ™133: Scream TherapyJust as nuanced as each bipolar diagnosis is, so are the treatments. Different treatments work better for different people. Medications that would help one diagnosis may not have the same effect on another.
This is why we have to explore the different areas of treatments that could be beneficial to stabilize bipolar. Sometimes the most unconventional methods have the greatest effect. Such as scream therapy. Sound intense? Well, intensity may be what it takes to release and move the pent up energy when it has nowhere else to go.
This is something our guest on...2022-08-1531 min
Live Well Bipolar ™132: Trust the Process“I don't think I would care to find peace if I didn't have such a brutal mind.” - Oliver Seligman
Mindset is everything, especially when dealing with a mental disorder like bipolar. It can make all the difference in the healing process by creating new avenues for connection and support. This requires a change in the way we perceive day to day life and the nature of the disorder. It helps to have helpful tools to choose from, which tends to come naturally for some who are dealing with bipolar disorder, because it becomes a necessity.
This rings true for our...2022-08-0829 min
Live Well Bipolar ™131: Upside of DownBeing a mother is one of the most rewarding experiences, but is also one of the most difficult things you can do. Pair that with mental health issues, like bipolar disorder, and it adds another set of challenges. Dealing with bipolar on your own is one thing, then having to manage it while being responsible for the care of others is something we don’t talk about enough. Yes it’s challenging, but it can also be highly motivating to get the help you need.
Our guest on today’s episode has lived with bipolar disorder for 22 years and is also a...2022-08-0128 min
Live Well Bipolar ™130: Switch to the Bright SideIt’s no secret that living with bipolar disorder is no easy feat. It can take over your life and cause chaos in ways you can’t imagine. The ambiguity of the disorder, along with the long and difficult road to healing can be one of the toughest battles a person can fight. Not only for the individual, but the family surrounding them as well.
Yes, it’s tough, but healing IS possible, not only healing, but a beautiful thriving life. However, it takes a village, but the point is it’s possible, something we forget when speaking...2022-07-2527 min
Live Well Bipolar ™126: Why Bipolar Solutions?Have you ever struggled with bipolar disorder or know a family member or loved one who is or has? Have you ever wanted to learn if it is possible to overcome those feelings of isolation and overwhelm with accessing unique solutions?
I am very excited to share this next chapter of the Master Your Mental podcast with you. Tune into this and all future episodes to leave with 1 unique solution every single Monday.
For those who are new, my name is Paris and I was diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder 8 years ago during a hospitalization. I fe...2022-06-2712 min
Rough Edges Podcast with Sarah I. FoxManaging Bipolar Disorder (feat. Paris Scobie)In this week’s episode (which was recorded on World Bipolar Day), Sarah is joined by special guest Paris Scobie (going by Prynkiewicz at the time of this recording) from the Master your Mental Podcast (now Live Well Bipolar Podcast). Join these ladies as they discuss managing bipolar disorder, embracing the healing process, building support systems, and raising awareness of bipolar disorder. Paris also shares about her book “Crooked Illness” and how she used her platform to change many lives.
You can follow Paris and her podcast on Instagram @livewellbipolar. If you would like to stay updated with m...2022-04-0535 min
Live Well Bipolar ™55: Being “in the way” vs. “on the way”It was such a pleasure speaking with Dean about his story, life’s work and greatest lessons on my podcast, Crooked Illness. Dean provided immeasurable value with how he overcame incredible obstacles in his personal life to arrive at the place he is now. He spoke about the concept of being “in the way” vs “on the way” in regards to obstacles we come across in life. He shared insight on how to move away from personalizing failure, how to start responding vs. reacting and how to move forward in all areas of life. Dean is truly an incredible person who...2021-01-1842 minLive Well Bipolar ™54: The Power of ForgivenessToday we are going to be getting into what it means to forgive ourselves and others and the power in doing that. Here to join me in this conversation is my guest, Kevin Clark. Kevin has found deep purpose through his work in the behavioral health field as a therapist, specializing in treating addiction and trauma. He shares with me what learning and practicing forgiveness has done for the quality of his life along with the role self-love played in this!2021-01-1134 minLive Well Bipolar ™53: The Power of Hypnosis & HabitsToday's conversation is focused on the benefits of hypnosis and building good habits. I am excited to have my guest, Doug Sands, here to share with us what hypnosis is, what is has done for him and how it has helped transform various areas of his life. Doug is a consulting hypnotist who works with clients all over the globe and I am happy to dive into this conversation with him! He gives an example of what a typical session is like, how practicing hypnosis for over a year has nearly eliminated his depression, significantly lowered his anxiety and r...2021-01-0435 minLive Well Bipolar ™52: Technology for Mental HealthWe are going to be exploring a type of technology that’s sole purpose and goal is to improve your mental health. Joining me in this conversation today is Dmitri Leonov, the cofounder of Taopatch and co-organizer of Transformative Technologies Lab, the largest community of entrepreneurs focused on using technology for human thriving. Dmitri shares the way in which this patch of technology has helped his energy levels, focus, mental well-being and flexibility. He also shares interesting research findings of how this technology has improved depression, anxiety, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease!2020-12-2837 minLive Well Bipolar ™51: Stories of Optimism in the Face of AdversityToday is going to be a fun episode because I have two guests joining me to chat about a special message inside a book they wrote together. Raeesa and Jamie are the authors of “Where’s My Lemonade?” A book born from the saying “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” It includes 17 inspirational stories to keep you going and to illustrate the many obstacles and struggles that are conquered. Raeesa, Jamie and I chat about the theme of hope, how they overcame their most challenging moments and how mental health issues do not discriminate. I hope you guys enjoy this...2020-12-2142 minLive Well Bipolar ™50: Self-love & PerfectionismThis is the episode for you if you want to learn about the role self-love plays when it comes to perfectionism. Join me and my guest, Elizabeth Su, wellness writer and founder of Monday Vibes Newsletter, as we dive into the power self-compassion has in defeating perfectionism. I was so excited when Elizabeth reached out to talk about this topic because not only does she has personal experience with this topic but she studied this while at Columbia University working on her MA in Clinical Psychology. We share the may forms perfectionism can take (procrastination, imposter syndrome, fear of...2020-12-1441 minLive Well Bipolar ™49: Ted Talks to Save LivesI am excited about this episode right here because my guest, Frank King, is joining me to talk about the 5 Ted Talks he gave on mental health, the work he is doing for suicide prevention and more. Frank King is a TED Talk coach, a former writer for the Tonight Show for 20 years and a speaker and standup comic who has worked with Jerry Seinfeld, Adam Sandler, Jay Leno and Ellen DeGeneres! Frank reveals what it was like sharing that he was suicidal for the first time on stage during his first Ted Talk and what continuing to share...2020-12-0736 minLive Well Bipolar ™48: Normalizing Mental Health ConvosThis is the perfect episode if you are interested in learning about different approaches to normalizing mental health conversations. Here to join me in discussing this topic today is my guest, Cynthia Siadat. Cynthia is a psychotherapist in CA specializing in working with trauma and high achievers. We describe how to explore mental health conversations from a more compassionate vs. critical way. We also dive into how to go about stripping the shame away from our own mental health experiences. Cynthia and I also share our thoughts on therapy and some advice for those on the fence about trying...2020-11-3046 minLive Well Bipolar ™47: A Story on PTSD HealingToday we are going to be talking about PTSD with my guest, Brent Magnussen. He is a best selling American author, a professional speaker, and a former U.S Army Combat Engineer. Brent sits on the board of the Resilient Warrior Foundation, a non-profit organization that serves US Veterans and First Responders who suffer from PTSD acquired during their service. RWF provides scholarships to Veterans and First Responders with PTSD to study the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the academy of their choice. We will get into why Brent decided to practice jiujitsu, what it has done for...2020-11-2344 minLive Well Bipolar ™46: How to Wonder More & Worry LessThis is the episode for you if you have ever wanted to work on having more wonder in your life and less worry. What do you do to go about getting more of the good and less of the bad? My guest, Jason Godoy, is here to share this secret with us all. Jason is a reiki healer, podcast host of the "Wake Up With Wonder" podcast and the creator of the Wonder More Worry Less challenge. This free self-discovery challenge (I'm doing it!!) will help you unlock heightened self-awareness, incredible gratitude practices and how to flip the switch f...2020-11-2041 minLive Well Bipolar ™45: Being BipolarIn this episode, my guest and I share stories, experiences and conversations about bipolar disorder. Mimi, founder of Rad or Die, a business consulting and event coordination business, joins me in this conversation. We have both been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and we created this episode to dive into what our experiences with this has been like, the perception of mental illness and the role of stigma in overcoming struggles. We talk about what things have helped us, hurt us and made us continually committed to working toward ending the stigma associated with mental illness.2020-11-1658 minLive Well Bipolar ™44: Do This Every MorningThis episode is for you if you are looking to try out some new practices related to gratitude or if you just wanna learn more about what that is, what it means and what it looks like. I know I definitely wanted to learn more about this after hearing about the effects it can do for your mindset and overall well being. I will be sharing the top 5 things I've been doing to practice gratitude and how it has helped me with starting my day, feeling refreshed, feeling thankful and feeling ready to attack the day!2020-11-0920 minLive Well Bipolar ™43: Stories on Addiction InterventionToday’s episode we will be talking all about addiction intervention, what it entails and the importance behind it. Joining me today to share his story related to this is my guest, Scott Jones. Scott is the co-founder of Addiction Training Center (ATC), a platform to train individuals on intervention training techniques. Scott will be sharing details on his experience when he struggled with addiction and what he learned from that time in his life. He will also share a key piece that is missing when it comes to recovery and the ways ATC is helping to fix this.
...2020-11-0232 minLive Well Bipolar ™42: My Mental Health StoryI was excited to feature my story on Keith Snider's Anxiety About Anxiety Podcast and bring it to you guys here! I will be sharing the reason I am so passionate about talking about mental health and mindset topics. I'll be getting into my own personal story with the struggles I faced during my hospitalization with bipolar disorder along with what it was like to work in the same place I was once a patient. Additionally, I'll be talking about how I overcame the stigma I associated with my experience and how all these experiences taught me the power...2020-10-3021 minLive Well Bipolar ™41: Dealing with DeathI was invited to have this conversation around death, grief and how we handle this on my friend's, Luke Cuccurullo, podcast (Cuccurullo Conversations). Luke and I describe our own personal experiences with how we've handled a few deaths of those we were close to, what this looked like and how we dealt with the loss. This is a very interesting conversation that I have never had before and that breaks down the meaning of the essence of grief. 2020-10-2640 minLive Well Bipolar ™40: The Power & Purpose of LanguageGet ready to tune into this conversation on language as it relates to your relationships, passions, interests and many other areas of your life! Joining me in this powerful conversation today is my guest, Mark England! Mark is a TEDx speaker, professional speaking coach and co-founder of Procabulary and Enlifted. Procabulary and Enlifted both provide cutting edge online training programs and world class coaching in the art of communication for individuals, organizations and businesses. We will be exploring the ways most people use their language to train wreck their imaginations and lives and how to step out of this...2020-10-231h 00Live Well Bipolar ™39: What’s Intentional Living All About?Do you ever wonder about your purpose in life or what it actually means to live "intentionally?" Have you ever struggled with having too many goals you want to achieve and no clear direction? If so, you will love the insight, tips and stories from this conversation I have with my guest, Sean Rosensteel. Sean is the author of the #1 Amazon bestselling book, The School of Intentional Living and the founder of the Intentional Living Academy. Sean and I get into what your purpose is right now and the meaning of the relationship between areas of life and areas...2020-10-1934 minLive Well Bipolar ™38: Overcoming Fear of Public SpeakingIf you have a fear of public speaking then this episode was made for you. Join me as my guest, Brenden Kumarasamy, and I get into where this fear often develops, what it means and the overarching role public speaking plays in our lives. Brenden went from working a great job at IBM to being a communication expert and Founder of MasterTalk. MasterTalk is his platform and YouTube series dedicated to helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs master public speaking and sharing their ideas with the world. We have a conversation about the defining difference between decisions vs. passions along with the c...2020-10-1630 minLive Well Bipolar ™37: A Look Inside Reporting on Mental HealthTune into a conversation between myself and my guest Michael Simonson, a mental health journalist and freelance public relations representative. Michael shares what his role as a reporter comprises of, what it has been like so far and what prompted him to get into this type of work. We share our stories related to being hospitalized and the importance of talking about mental health. Michael also shares a bit about his latest work as a journalist covering stories on mental health and what he's learned so far from the work he's done.2020-10-1239 minLive Well Bipolar ™36: The Origin of Crooked IllnessWhy did I decide to name my podcast "Crooked Illness?" I break down the reasoning behind the name for you guys in this episode! I get into the two perspectives (patient vs. employee) I gained related to my own experiences with bipolar disorder and how they contributed to the meaning of Crooked Illness. I describe how those two perspectives really pushed me to design this podcast as a space for people to hear stories, experiences and topics related to mental health and mindset. So for those wondering or wanting to learn more on the background of Crooked Illness..... this is...2020-10-0922 minLive Well Bipolar ™35: Body Image Struggles to RecoveryToday will be an important conversation covering the topics of body image and eating disorders with my guest, Alison Haase. Alison is an author, blogger, athlete and an eating disorder survivor. Alison wrote “The Addict in Aisle 7” where she gets into the drug addiction she experienced, along with alcoholism as a teen, her journey to sobriety, and the one thing most stigmatized of all - eating disorders. We chat about what body image is, the pursuit of perfection depicted in the media and what it is like having and recovering from an eating disorder.2020-09-2539 minLive Well Bipolar ™34: The Making of Miranda GirlToday’s episode will be a conversation between my guest, Michelle Miranda, and I about the creation of her magazine: Miranda Girl and the events that led to the birth of the magazine. Michelle explains how she combined her love for English literature and writing along with empowering others to create her magazine. We discuss the ways the magazine helps identify the commonalities people share rather than focusing on differences. Michelle offers great insight on what the power of being vulnerable has done for her life, the evolution of her magazine and what it can do for you.
2020-09-1840 minLive Well Bipolar ™33: Living the Dream Vs. Dreaming of LivingIt's with great pleasure that I welcome Dr. Robb Kelly to the podcast! Dr. Kelly is a triple threat against the disease of addiction because of the 20 years experience he has working with addicts and alcoholics, the knowledge he gained from receiving his PhD in psychology from Oxford University and being a recovered alcoholic himself. Some refer to him as "The Gordon Ramsay of the Addiction World" because of his direct, no-nonsense, and candid approach to recovery. He talks about the power of self-belief, the importance of how we talk to ourselves and how to live the life you've on...2020-09-1638 minLive Well Bipolar ™32: Consequences of Lacking ConfidenceIs there an area of your life that you know you lack confidence in and that you want to change? I get into how I used to lack confidence in sharing my podcast when I first started it. I break down all the reasons behind this along with how I overcame that. We can lack confidence in how we look physically, how we manage finances, asking for help, sharing things with others and even trying something new. I describe how becoming more confident in yourself and your abilities you make you feel better, happier and open more doors for opp...2020-09-1423 minLive Well Bipolar ™31: Post-College DepressionThe idea for this topic stemmed from a conversation I had with a really good friend of mine about life after college. If you have gone to college, are in college, or have not gone to college, you will most likely be able to relate to a few things I talk about here. The way I always saw it was that there were two types of people. The ones who graduate and know what their next moves are and the ones who graduate and have no clue what their next steps are. I get into how both are totally...2020-09-0729 minLive Well Bipolar ™30: Speaking On Addiction, Loss & RecoveryJoining me to share his story related to the title of this episode is my guest, Nick Lechnir. Nick is an author, speaker, photographer and the founder of Leapfrogging Success. Leapfrogging Success is a business that aims to help anxious, analytical introverts become confident and powerful speakers. Nick is joining me today to share his story on how he used his experiences related to addiction, abuse, trauma and mental health struggles to become an accomplished speaker. He offers exceptional tips on how you can overcome your fear of public speaking, why we struggle with this and how to prepare...2020-09-0231 minLive Well Bipolar ™29: Be Patient, Be Present, Be JoyfulEpisode 29 features an incredible, returning guest of mine. His name is Ryan Stanley and he was on my episode titled, “Utilizing Curiosity over Judgement to Empower a Creative Mindset,” where he spoke about the ways in which we can shift the view we have of ourselves and others in order to move away from judgement and more toward a nature of compassion and understanding. The reason I wanted to make this episode with Ryan today is to discuss his book, which is the title of this episode, “Be Patient, Be Present, Be Joyful.” In this book, Ryan provides the tools to...2020-08-2832 minLive Well Bipolar ™28: A Way to Overcome Crippling AnxietyDo you struggle with anxiety, know someone who does or just want to learn more about anxiety? Then this episode is perfect for you. In episode 28, I am joined by Jesse Harless who shares with me something he discovered that helped him overcome his anxiety. Jesse is an advocate, trainer, author, and the founder of Entrepreneurs in Recovery®. Entrepreneurs in Recovery® consists of in-person and online events and workshops that empower individuals and groups to unlock their highest potential. Jesse speaks about his work and the experiment he did for 30 days to conquer his crippling anxiety. 2020-08-2128 minLive Well Bipolar ™27: Healing PTSD through Yoga TherapyIn episode 27, Anissa Hudak joins me to talk about how yoga therapy can help heal PTSD. Anissa is a certified yoga therapist and founder of the Trauma Healing Yoga Therapy Program. She is a 2x rape survivor with an intimate understanding of the complex issues traumatized women face and created her program to help them navigate their healing journeys. She works with people with all types of physical conditions, but she specializes in working with those suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injuries and all trauma-related issues and has been for the past 5 years. The episode features a description of w...2020-08-1734 minLive Well Bipolar ™26: Ending the Stigma Associated with Mental IllnessIn episode 26, Jay Shifman joins me to discuss what stigma is, what it means and how to overcome it. Jay is a Mental Health and Substance Misuse & Recovery Speaker, Coach, and Advocate, and the host of the "Choose Your Struggle" podcast. He is ten years in recovery and survived multiple suicide attempts and an overdose. As a result of these experiences he made it his mission to fight to end stigma by telling his recovery story and advocating for opportunities for others to do the same. This episode features tips on how Jay overcame stigma and advice for those s...2020-08-1444 minLive Well Bipolar ™25: The Connection Between Genetics and AddictionIn episode 25, I am joined by Dr. Kenneth Blum to discuss what the connection between genetics and addiction is and what it means. Dr. Blum is an American scientist who is considered to be the father of “Psychiatric Genetics.” He has published over 550 peer– reviewed articles and written 17 books concerning genetics and addiction. In addition to this, he has been the recipient of many grants and awards including a Life-Time Achievement in Addiction Medicine and the Presidential Award for Scientific Excellence. The episode features a conversation on what interested Dr. Blum in getting into this field along with highlights of his...2020-08-1241 minLive Well Bipolar ™24: From Being Suicidal to Coaching HappinessIn episode 24, I am joined by my guest, Amanda Webster, who shares her journey to becoming a Mind-Body Wellness coach. Amanda specializes in Holistic Nutrition, is a fitness instructor for Fitness Beyond Borders, a spokesmodel and fitness coach for The Abs Company and she has been published in Cosmopolitan and Women’s Health. She has two decades of personal experience with mental health, addiction and suicidal tendencies. This episode features tips on overcoming trauma and depression along with a discussion on what happiness is and why happiness looks different for everyone. In addition to this, Amanda speaks about the import...2020-08-1034 minLive Well Bipolar ™23: Coaching in CrisisIn episode 23, I am joined by Ellia Marcum, the owner and operator of Mood|Well, a crisis coaching business. Ellia started this company to help other women thrive from mental illness and a plethora of different life crises. She speaks about the work she has done with Mood|Well and the reason and inspiration that led her to start her business. She talks about her experience personally and professionally related to trauma, healing, and the power of vulnerability. Ellia offers great advice on how she has helped her clients overcome feeling stuck and what you can do if you f...2020-08-0729 minLive Well Bipolar ™22: The Art of Executing GoalsIn Episode 22 I am joined by my guest, Jan Fara, to discuss "The Art of Executing Goals." This conversation covers the journey of my guest and what he did to take critical action on turning his goals into accomplishments. In addition to this, we are going to be offering some tips on how to help inspire you to take action on yours. Jan was born in the Czech Republic and currently lives in Glasgow, Scotland. He is a fellow Podcaster (Host of the Beer and Chill Podcast), Artist and the first Czech professional wrestling trainee from GPWA (Glasgow Pro...2020-08-0434 minLive Well Bipolar ™21: Why Treatment Doesn't Work So WellThis episode is an incredible conversation between my guest, John Giordano, and I on the topic of treatment for addiction. Mr. Giordano is an author, certified hypnotherapist, entrepreneur and an expert in the treatment of addiction and the founder of The National Institute For Holistic Addiction Studies. In addition to this, John has provided counseling and trauma recovery services to law enforcement officers and Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans. He is a state and federal expert witness and also the Chaplain of the North Miami Police Department. As a 10th-degree black belt and National Karate Champion, he also trains...2020-07-2823 minLive Well Bipolar ™20: Utilizing Curiosity over Judgement to Empower a Creative MindsetIn this episode, I am joined by Ryan Stanley, professional life coach and author of "Be Patient, Be Present, Be Joyful: A First Aid Kit for the Emotional Bumps, Scrapes, and Bruises of Life", to discuss judgement vs. curiosity. Ryan has changed the lives of hundreds of clients from all walks of life through his profession of coaching. He was also the first ever Internal Coach for one of the world's top coach training organizations where he coached staff from entry level to C suite on everything from daily professional growth to how they want to show up energetically in...2020-07-2032 minLive Well Bipolar ™19: Fear BustersIn episode 19, Neishma Gerena, my returning guest, and I dive into what it means to be a "fear buster." She offers great advice on how people can understand, work through and overcome various fears (public speaking, fear of failure, etc.). We get into some personal experiences we've had dealing with our own fears and how those experiences ended up helping us grow. We break down where fear often originates and what is at the root of most fears we all struggle with on a daily basis. I hope you guys enjoy this episode! Check out Neishma's podcast, "What is," available...2020-07-1731 minLive Well Bipolar ™18: Healthcare Dysfunctions & Potential SolutionsMy guest, Erika Feinberg, and I have a conversation about common dysfunctions within the healthcare industry and potential solutions to rectify them. Erika works as the CMO of The Perfect Companion, a home health care service in Phoenix, AZ. She is also a public speaker, best-selling author, corporate trainer and specializes in psychosocial counseling and the creation of growth strategies for existing businesses. Our conversation highlights Erika’s interest for getting involved in the healthcare field along with her experiences in the field. She also shares advice for those who wish to get involved with creating positive changes for healthcare se...2020-07-0938 minLive Well Bipolar ™17: The "All-in" MentalityI virtually sit down to have a conversation on the "All-in" mentality with my guest, Ruben MC Medina. He is an artist, producer, motivational speaker and DJ. He primarily works as an interactive edutainment (education and entertainment) motivational speaker. We dive into the meaning behind having an "All-in" mentality and our conversation highlights the benefits of this type of mentality along with a few drawbacks. Medina discusses how this type of mentality has influenced and contributed to the work he is doing to inspire, motivate and help others through all of his platforms. For more information on him visit...2020-07-0723 minLive Well Bipolar ™16: The Power of ProblemsIn this episode, I talk about how I used to view problems and the way I view them today. I open up about certain problems I’ve dealt with in the past and the lessons I learned as a result of that. I reframe the view of problems as negative into a positive view that offers the opportunity for growth and learning. I talk about the power we sometimes give to our problems that enables them to grow and become unmanageable. I offer ways to shift that view to looking at problems as a way of understanding how to solve, ma...2020-06-3016 minLive Well Bipolar ™15: Waiting is a Dream KillerWe all have moments in our lives where we wait. We may wait because we are unsure, scared, happy where we are or nervous to see what else we can open ourselves up to. But instead of spending so much time waiting, try to understand what is making you want to wait. Try to understand the cause of your decision to wait. Once you understand what is at the root of that decision it will be helpful moving forward. However, there are some things in life you should take some time to decide on. I am not advocating that...2020-06-1925 minLive Well Bipolar ™14: The Bigger PictureThis episode I bring on my guest and beautiful friend, Sandra Nijiva, to talk about racism and discrimination. We have a conversation about this issue and Sandra shares her own personal experiences with racism growing up and how she has handled these situations. This is a powerful interview that I hope you find eye opening, informative and enlightening. Check out the interview Sandra did on this topic on her podcast “Organically You.”2020-06-111h 01Live Well Bipolar ™13: The Power of EmpathyIn this episode, I talk about the power that empathy has in different aspects of our lives. I break down what empathy is, what it does and what it means if there is a lack of empathy in different scenarios. The message that inspired this episode is to try to understand the emotions of others. It is not always easy to take a step back and dissect where another person is coming from. I talk about my experience with this and in how trying this has improved the quality of my relationships. I hope you guys enjoy this episode! 2020-06-0920 minLive Well Bipolar ™12: Sexual Assault’s Effects on Mental HealthIn this episode, I talk with Luke Cuccurullo, a fellow podcaster and former reality television personality with a civil engineering background. Luke shares his story and describes the effects sexual assault has had on those close to him as well as how it has impacted his life. We talk about how this can be a difficult topic to open up about and the reasoning for that. Hopefully, these experiences we shared are helpful to those who have gone through a similar experience or know someone who has. Check out Luke’s podcast called “Cuccurullo Conversations” available on Apple Podcasts or wherev...2020-05-1832 minLive Well Bipolar ™11: “People Pleasers” with Julie ScottIn this episode I chat about people pleasing with life coach, author and speaker, Julie Scott! She shares how she went from being a total people pleaser to taking back control of her life and using her experiences to help others live a life of confidence, passion and authenticity. We talk about what it means to be a people pleaser, the effects it can have on your relationships and how to step out of that role and into one that aligns with your true passions in life. To check out Julie’s work visit: www.itsabouttimebaby.com2020-05-1432 minLive Well Bipolar ™10: Your Own Worst Critic with Robby ReyesOn this episode I have my good friend and amazing hair stylist, Robby, here to talk about what it means when we are our own worst critics. We are going to be talking about this topic and how it relates to our own self-views and how being too critical of yourself can be damaging. Specifically related to the beauty industry where Robby works, we are going to be talking about how many people are unable to see their own beauty because they are comparing themselves to others on Tv or social media. I thought this would be a fun episode...2020-05-0433 minLive Well Bipolar ™9: Avoid the Quarantine Blues with Sandra NjivaIn this episode, I have my friend Sandra Njiva share some tips on how to avoid the “quarantine blues.” She was born in Zimbabwe and currently lives and works as a medical assistant in New York. She shared great tips with me that I thought would be amazing to share with you guys! This is a difficult, challenging and unprecedented time but she shares what she has done to remain positive, productive and motivated during this time. I hope you all enjoy this episode and are staying healthy and safe!2020-04-2536 minLive Well Bipolar ™8: Becoming Vulnerable with MaKayla KellorIn this episode, MaKayla and I talk about what it means to become vulnerable in mental healthcare. I am so glad to welcome her to the show to share her own personal experiences along with the work she does in her non-profit called Becoming Vulnerable. We talk about overcoming the fear of being vulnerable along with the benefits of opening up. I hope you guys enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed creating it. Thank you for all the love, support and feedback!2020-04-1831 minLive Well Bipolar ™7: Mindset Shift with Stephanie AndersonIn this episode I bring on my very first guest, my friend Stephanie, to share her thoughts on the power of mindset. She shares a little bit of her story and how working on personal development for the past two years has transformed her quality and outlook on life. She shares some of the things she has done to shift her mindset in order to live a more fulfilled and happy life. I hope you guys enjoy this episode because it was so much fun working on this interview and being able to bring it to you guys here...2020-04-0832 minLive Well Bipolar ™6: Failure is FeedbackIn this episode, I talk about looking at failure in a more positive light. I talk about how failure is commonly viewed in a negative light and the consequences this can have in various areas of your life. If you change the way you view failure, it can open doors for growth and learning in a number of ways discussed here.2020-03-2651 minLive Well Bipolar ™5: Walking away from NegativityOn Episode #5 I get into ways that negative relationships can effect your life and what to do about it. I share how my latest interview on the "Organically You" podcast with my friend Sandra inspired me to post this episode. I get into how toxic relationships of all kinds can impact you mentally and even lead to guilt and sadness about cutting it off. I talk about how to identify if the relationship is toxic and to understand how it makes you feel overall. I mention how who you surround yourself with and how they make you feel ultimately...2020-03-1728 minLive Well Bipolar ™4: Where are you putting your energy?This episode talks about the positive and negative places we can place our energy on a daily basis and how it can ultimately impact our relationships, productivity, passions and self-confidence. What you give most or all of your energy to can either influence or delay success in areas of your life. Do you spend the majority of your time trying to place your energy in more positive or negative places?2020-03-0428 minLive Well Bipolar ™3: MisdiagnosedToday’s topic is about my own personal experience with having been misdiagnosed with depression. I share my story and thoughts on therapy, medication and treatment to help those who are struggling with this issue or know someone who has dealt with this. This information is also to provide clarity to those wanting to learn more about what being misdiagnosed is like and I use details from my own experience to paint that picture.2020-02-2230 minLive Well Bipolar ™2: Appreciating ProgressI get into an easy way to appreciate progress made on goals in the past and how this ties into where you are now and where you hope to be in the future. I share my exercise that helps with overthinking, procrastination and over analyzing. Take time to appreciate the accomplishments you have made and the obstacles you’ve overcame! I hope this is helpful and helps with goal setting and personal development ❤️2020-02-0716 minLive Well Bipolar ™What is Live Well Bipolar?The only podcast where you will hear new solutions for bipolar disorder every Monday from myself & beautiful guests! Tune in to hear stories behind the solution that helped my guests overcome stigma & prioritize their mental health. We will cover what helps, how it helps and how it can help you or someone you love!2020-02-0200 minLive Well Bipolar ™1: The Relationship between Mental + Physical HealthI wanted to share my thoughts on my passion for mental health and how properly caring for your physical health plays a key role in sustaining optimal mental health. I talk about being introduced to how your diet, exercise and nutritional choices can either help or hurt your mental health.2020-02-0115 min