December 2024

I often find myself wondering how my brain operates so differently from others. Everyday tasks, routines, and details that seem effortless for many can feel like an uphill battle for me. Forgetting to buy milk, missing an appointment, or needing constant reminders might come across as carelessness, but it’s far from that. I’ve learned that […]

Falling into a dark state is like descending into a place where time feels endless, and the weight of despair seems unbearable. It can last days, sometimes weeks. Occasionally, it’s so severe that I find myself questioning whether it’s all worth it. What’s especially difficult is the unpredictability, sometimes I can sense the change creeping

The start of a day is something we all have to do but it doesn’t always come easy, especially when responsibilities pile up. What might seem like a simple routine to others can sometimes feel overwhelming to me. Tasks like remembering appointments, driving somewhere unfamiliar, or even taking my car in for service can trigger

As you all know, our son Grayson has been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, and we’ve had to fight every step of the way to have our voices heard. For a long time, our concerns weren’t taken seriously because Grayson didn’t exhibit these behaviors at school. But at home, it was a very different story—our family

I have many ideas and experiences that I’d like to share on my blog. Affirmations, quotes, and stories have helped me survive, heal and recover. Some days it may have been one quote, like a lifeline. Dear to my heart, “Hang on! This is the one. I figured out what it meant to me and

To tell this story, I must first share a bit of my backstory. Living with bipolar disorder has, at times, meant navigating an insatiable, impulsive, and addictive personality. Whether these urges were satisfied through love, gambling, drinking alcohol, or smoking cigarettes, they often left me feeling hopeless. Fourteen years ago, I faced one of the

When I think about the experiences that have shaped me, one story stands out, the one that begins with my childhood companion, Lady. Lady was a German Shepherd, my best friend and confidant. I shared my entire childhood with her. She was my everything. Those were beautiful times, as I’ve always been an animal lover.

For 25 years, I have navigated the world of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans, crossing four different states, parenting five children with mental health, and an average age of 12, and applying different parenting skills across two marriages. Despite these varied experiences, the disappointing results remain consistent, even as we fast-forward to today,

In the past, these transitions were challenging. As the seasons changed, I could feel myself becoming restless, uneasy, and sometimes paranoid. Racing thoughts would take over, making it nearly impossible for my mind to rest. I remember moments, like during an aerobics class, when I was convinced people were talking about me, even though they

Kids living with bipolar disorder is like being on a rollercoaster. Some days are good, some days are bad, but that’s okay. I want to share what it’s like for me and how I handle it. One thing that’s hard is when people say stuff that triggers me. Words like “shut up,” “calm down,” or