Hi everyone,

I've just recently begun to use a book called "The Bipolar II Disorder Workbook." It's great so far. I highly recommend it.

The first chapter in the book is all about accepting your diagnosis as Bipolar (though it can be used for any mental illness or situation in life).

Here's some statements I wrote down in order to practice:
1. I have a psychical illness that exhibits itself in mental ways, but I can learn to manage it and have a successful life.

2. I may not like having Bipolar and I certainly did not ask for it, but I have the power to manage it.

3. My brain is only acting in the way it knows how. It is up to me to challenge my unhealthy thoughts.

4. I am not the only one with Bipolar. Many with the illness have learned how to manage it and live functional lives. I can too.

5. I control my thoughts and my illness. My thoughts and my illness do not control me.

My question to you all is: How do you accept your Bipolar? It doesn't mean liking it...more so acknowledging it's a reality of life. I encourage you to think on it and perhaps write a couple statements for yourself. I think this could be helpful for everyone.

-Rachael

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