What Is a Delusion? Delusions are defined as beliefs that conflict with reality. Despite contrary evidence, a person in a delusional state can’t let go of their convictions. — https://www.verywellmind.com/definition-of-delusion-4580458 I think this is the trait about myself, most likely to be bipolar related, that I despise. Delusions have made my friends question me, my…
Tag: coping mechanisms
Impulsive Spending
One attribute that is often overlooked with bipolar disorder is impulsive or compulsive spending. It’s one of the qualities that most people notice of me, but don’t really put much thought into. I was diagnosed with bipolar at 18 years old. I had been previously diagnosed with severe clinical depression at 14 and started showing…
Why Bad Things Happen to Good People – Part 2
In my previous post of the same title, I ponder and play with the concept that bad things happen to everyone, but it’s how you deal with the darkness that defines you. A lot has happened with Maria, myself, and our whole family since this post and I’m excited to share some good news! Maria…
