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”
Tag: Life
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”
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?”
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”
Changes
Have any of you out there read the book, Hyperbole and a Half by author Allie Brosh? I gave it a read last year and I thoroughly… Read more “Changes”
Collateral Beauty
Film is one of my favorite ways to spend my free time and if you’ve been following my blog for awhile, you’re well aware I have a… Read more “Collateral Beauty”
I almost accidentally caused my death (maybe almost)
Sure, there’s been a couple times, well really one time when I actually tried to take my own life. The other time, I just wanted to injure… Read more “I almost accidentally caused my death (maybe almost)”
Re-blog excerpt from mymentalstateblog
I came across a new to me blog today, mymentalstateblog,that was quite informative. You would think as someone who has been suffering with the symptoms I have… Read more “Re-blog excerpt from mymentalstateblog”
We are more alike than we are unalike, my friends
Although the late, Dr. Maya Angelou is no longer with us physically …her presence, influence, and significance still remains. Angelou illuminates the similarities of all people in this beautiful “shot on iPhone”ad that was a featured spot in this years Olympic Games. Her voice so soothing, her words so eloquent.
Q&A with the bipolar architect
I figure today is as good of a day as any to answer or respond to some of my email requests. I must apologize because anything that… Read more “Q&A with the bipolar architect”
Stage I – II Thyroid Papillary Carcinoma
Well, the biopsy results are in: Stage I or II papillary carcinoma of the thyroid gland with lymph node involvement. Under the age of 45, the staging… Read more “Stage I – II Thyroid Papillary Carcinoma”
What does Bipolar II do to me personally?
First, lets discuss the characteristics of the disease. The National Institute of Mental Health defines Bipolar Disorder (BD) as a manic-depressive illness that produces unusual shifts in… Read more “What does Bipolar II do to me personally?”
