[Klauss]

I joined this group because i'm taking my life back. Tired of the mood swings, tired of feeling like i'm being dumped on, and ready for a change. I looked at myself the other day and i said "you're single, and don't have kids", now it's time to find "her" and get started. Hoping i can help some people in this group feel the same about themselves. My phrase for this week is "settle for nothing". Klauss (kl ow s) some people asked how to pronounse it.

First let me say WELCOME to Psych Central. Nice to meet another member from the Detroit area. Sounds to me like you've got a great outlook on life. That was the hardest thing for me was learning to ride the coaster with ease... shoot, I'm still learning but I'm getting there. You've come to the right place for support, friendship, and understanding. There are many people here who understand what you're going through. I myself would like to find "miss right" except that I'm moving to Texas in October. May I ask if you're on meds or in therapy? If not, that's cool. Anyway, welcome.

Ry

HELLO.....welcome to psych central. this is a great place to be if you are wanting to make changes in your life.....i've been diagnosed with bi-polar for about 2 months...thank God, i finally got the right psych doc and am now on lamictal and depakote...and it's working!! please post again and tell us a little more about yourself. pat

[Klauss]

Hey Ry,
i'm on a couple meds, but i don't think my bipolar is as severe as some peoples are. I've been doing fine though, i've found that if i have any problems with people, i sortof write them off for a day and don't mess with them and then things are fine. I've been fortunate, i'm not a quiet guy and i hold my own pretty good, but i never tell anyone that i'm bipolar, some people would probably hold it over my head.

[darkeyes]

Hi Klauss,
Welcome to the forum(s), this is great that you are doing this, it is also nice for you to share the inspiration with us, thank you
I knew how to say your name, my great grandfather from Germany had that name, and it was important we knew how to say it, ha!ha!
Feel free to come here as often as you wish, there is a lot of nice, supportive people that hang out at this website and it's forums.
Hope you enjoy coming here.

Take care,

DE

I'd have to say that you're an inspiration... regardless of the severity of your disorder. You seem to have a firm grasp on it and that's inspiring. I've only recently learned (within the last few months) that I'm severely bipolar and your attitude gives hope to me and (I'm sure) a lot of others. Anyway, Thanks again. I can tell that your positive attitude will be an asset to these forums. Take care my friend.

Ry

[Klauss]

i tell you, for the longest time i went undiagnosed for bipolar. it wasn't easy, there were days i was so down, i didn't wanna look in the mirror. guess i more the less beat myself up and felt worthless. But after getting on a couple pills, i've had it pretty much under control. i know i'll never be cured, but i will have it controlled. you never know Ry, that move to Texas could be a starting point where you really kick bipolar in the preverbial groin. If there's anything i'd like to do while being a part of the support group, i'd like to let everyone know, that bipolar can not beat us. It's a sideaffect, kinda like an extra finger. We know it's there, we don't like it, and we feel out there for having it. But we know there are others with it and we're not alone. I guess everyone has their own way of dealing with things, but i gotta say, cutting does sound pretty dangerous and infectious. I'm no doctor, but i am gonna keep this in my back pocket, behind me when i walk, not in front of me.

[Diann]

I am happy for you, I'm glad your going to start your life over with new meaning. My husband was diagnosed with Bipolar three years ago, it has been very hard for us. All I can tell you is stay on your meds, seek advice from a specialist, and most of all BE HONEST, with yourself and everyone you deal with. This has been the hardest part of this disorder for my husband and myself. Good Luck to you

Well Klauss, you're right about one thing. BP doesn't beat me. I do my best to stay level, but when the waves do hit, I've pretty well learned to surf them (thx for the analogy sqrl). It's funny that you mention Miss Right cause to me, Miss Right Now (till I move) sounds nice. I think I've finally got this cruddy disorder to a licked to a point that I could handle that. Thanks for the positive input. I look forward to reading more of your posts.

Ry

[Dolfin]

Ooh Ooh! Another mitten dweller! Welcome to the forums, Klauss!

I can relate to the single/no kids realization; I'm hitting the big 3-0 this year, and am also in your same situation.

You and I share the same view of BP...I control my BP, it doesn't control ME. My T tells me that's the best attitude anyone can have about it. We have no control that we hae it, but it doesn't have to rule or lives.

Hopefully, you can get some much needed support when you need it here, and make some very good friends. The longer you stick around, the more you'll see how friendly a lot of our members are.

Jenn

[Klauss]

hello all. There's not much going on here, just getting ready for the weekend. Got me a date on Saturday and with any luck, it'll last til sunday he he.
If i don't respond on here right away don't be upset, but i check this thing like everyother day. I gotta admit, i do feel like an outsider though, i don't get down and all like some of the people here or get mood swings (hint hint dolfin) just kidding, don't want you getting a gun or something.
Ok people, i'm out this B for the weekend, peace and chicken grease.
Klauss J.

[darkeyes]

Oh please, don't feel like an outsider, there are so many nice, caring, and warm people here.
You'll see the more posts and/or chat will help you feel more aquainted, I'm glad you found this place
Take care now,

DE

[Dolfin]

Hey now Klauss...you'd be grumpy if you had to reformat your computer, and even after reformat is was still retarded! (BTW, I had to reformat it 3 times...hence, the crankiness.)

I hate guns...the only thing you'd have to worry about is spit-wads or rubber bands LOL

Please, don't feel like an outsider, we don't bite (hard).

Good luck with your date and hope to see you posting more (maybe even wander into chat...)!

Hugz and Love,
Jenn

Good luck with the date dude. Hope all goes well.

Ry

klauss, stick around. you'll fine people on here that you will enjoy. it takes more than a week or so to feel at home anywhere like this.....the people here are above average on acceptance.....pat

[dogtanian]

spit wads?? ???

hey klauss, stick around, i'm new too and i don't want to be the only one hehe - hope your date went well