[BPinBigD]

Hi Im Bipolar 1, wife of 19 years divorced me just this past year etc, etc, etc, disabled, and honestly don't even want to type this out, just barely hanging on. If it wasn't for my 3 girls I wouldn't have any reason to continue and I'm still having trouble rationalizing whats best for them long term

[Travelinglady]

I know what you mean about feeling really down. I'm sorry your wife left you, but it is hard to deal with a bipolar spouse, if you can put yourself in her shoes a bit. My husband is also a Bipolar I.

Are you getting help, such as seeing a therapist and a psychiatrist? If you are on meds, then you need to call the doc and report how down you are. It sounds like some adjustments might need to be made.

I, too, have said I am determined not to give in to thoughts of doing myself in because of my family. It is devastating to them when a dad or mom gives in, and I don't want them to go through that. You are right to hang tough because of your three daughters. (I have Bipolar II and am also on disability.)

[Speed3]

I know exactly how you feel. I am struggling myself. All I can say is what others say to me, go one minute at a time if you have to. Keep on posting what ever you can get out. We are all here for you.

[~Christina]

Welcome to PC

Originally Posted by BPinBigD

Hi Im Bipolar 1, wife of 19 years divorced me just this past year etc, etc, etc, disabled, and honestly don't even want to type this out, just barely hanging on. If it wasn't for my 3 girls I wouldn't have any reason to continue and I'm still having trouble rationalizing whats best for them long term

Are you seeing a therapist or pdoc, (psychiatrist)?

I hope you feel better soon and welcome to PC.

[punkypunky]

Keep on posting. I think we are all here to help each other.

You can get through this, you aren't alone.