It has been awhile since I’ve logged into this community. In fact, it’s been almost one year since I have last written. Sometimes it feels as though… Read more “The mountains between my normal brain and my diseased brain”
Author: The Bipolar Architect
Stabilizing
For so long I felt trapped in the place that I lived, not just the residence, but the city itself; Infact, more trapped than ever. This feeling… Read more “Stabilizing”
My hairdryer and I ….
We’ve all seen those television programs that feature compelling (or not so much) accounts of individuals who have developed a relationship with inanimate objects, yes? I try… Read more “My hairdryer and I ….”
Remember
A friend of mine who has been in my life for over 25 years asked me yesterday (on my birthday) if I hope to be still living… Read more “Remember”
The ties that bind
Thank you to all of those who shot me an email checking on me over the last several weeks; I appreciate the concern. I am ok and… Read more “The ties that bind”
Film Review – 5 to 7
Netflix usually has a pretty good algorithm that works to suggest films that I should be interested in based on previous ratings of past viewed films. I… Read more “Film Review – 5 to 7”
The words …
Have you ever said something to your psychiatrist and been given that look? You know the one…that “you’re really crazy, much more than I had previously thought…you… Read more “The words …”
Is it okay to be selfish for your mental health?
When I first began this blogging experience I befriended another individual who was experiencing a continuing span of manic symptoms and lending one of my huge ears… Read more “Is it okay to be selfish for your mental health?”
Seven months post thyroid surgery
For the most part, the past seven months without having a thyroid gland hasn’t been too bad. I must say, from what I have read of others… Read more “Seven months post thyroid surgery”
Counting method for dealing with anxiety
When I woke up this morning without warning or any reason, anxiety was to the extreme. In my previous post I mentioned how I never forget my… Read more “Counting method for dealing with anxiety”
Chocolate cake and an a-hole to the rescue
My dog and I were united this past week after one year of training to help me manage my bipolar symptoms and anxiety. He is trained to… Read more “Chocolate cake and an a-hole to the rescue”
Long drives, racing thoughts, and a puppy
The time has finally come for me to take ownership of my psychiatric service dog, Atticus (Ace). There was almost 1000 miles between he and I and… Read more “Long drives, racing thoughts, and a puppy”
PSA: Some tortilla chips are evil, choose wisely.
What can postpone an excited boy from picking up his psychiatric service dog that he has been ever so patiently waiting for almost one year? A tortilla… Read more “PSA: Some tortilla chips are evil, choose wisely.”
Film review – Manchester By the Sea
Last week I had to make an unscheduled appointment to see my psychiatrist. I am never thrilled when this occurs but I am more accepting of those… Read more “Film review – Manchester By the Sea”
Influenza
what’s that…a tickle in the throat don’t mind me for I will not gloat but as you know I am here to linger make you feel as… Read more “Influenza”
Baby steps vs. leaps
Ahhh…and here it is, the season that brings families together. Many people look forward to this time of year. Prior to 2013, I was one of those… Read more “Baby steps vs. leaps”
This to shall pass …they say
Maybe in this one instance “they” were right, that I would beat cancer yet again or maybe it’s just my own mindset. Follow up radioactive iodine treatment… Read more “This to shall pass …they say”
Anxiety in the airport
Where have I been? Well, since you asked I’ll tell you. I traveled to Atlanta earlier in the month, October 9th to be exact, to finish up… Read more “Anxiety in the airport”
