Six months sober today

I never thought I would make it this far. I think most people say this on their birthday, but for me it couldn’t have been more true. I never thought I would see age 26 but in reality this is a much more important birthday than the one that passed a week or so ago….

Burdens and Small Victories

I was scrolling through the bipolar tag on WordPress to gain some inspiration for my next blog post when it hit me… all my life I have always felt as though I were a burden to others, all while others who confided in me were not a burden to me. Growing up, every child is…

Do you wish you weren’t Bipolar?

My dreams are vibrant. My realities are surreal. I am ten individuals rolled into one. Each more distinct than the next. I have suicidal lows and highs that lead to ecstasy. My life is beautiful. I don’t think anyone is normal. Everyone has their issues. I think with this (bipolar disorder), I am able to…