[Samanthagreene]

Yesterday, I was with my friends and I said a few things that I really normally wouldn't say. They weren't mean just, as they said, across the line. I couldn't seem to stop myself, and I didn't get embarrassed, just kept having fun. Is this a common thing for anyone?

[Dylanzmama]

Yes, I do that a lot. I also noticed that when I'm depressed I'll say things that make me look really bad.

[A Red Panda]

When I'm hypo I can babble away and share things that I wouldn't normally share. It might cross someone else's comfort level, but I don't think I ever say things that are rude - if so I tend to notice it as it's coming out of my mouth so it's quickly followed by a "I didn't mean that, I just thought it sounded funny and it slipped out!"

[allme]

Ooh yes lol I don't seem to have much of an in between so I am usually saying stuff I think that's funny, while deemed totally inappropriate by others or saying stuff when I am down, which comes across as intolerant, sometimes mean and again down right inappropriate. Luckily though ppl know me by now and know I mean no harm and hopefully the ppl in your life are the same

[LionLion]

I often say things that sound normal or even funny in my head only to be stared at. Someone once told me I was the most socially awkward person shed ever met, which was a bit hurtful LOL. I find when I'm hypo I'll say lots of weird, off the cuff things, and only realize later how dumb or embarrassing it was.

I tell people now that I sometimes say hard truths when a soft truth will do. Since Ive been doing that fewer people get mad at me. Nature of the beast I guess :/

[RLB82]

I feel I am like that more often. I talk and talk and talk and I always end up putting my foot in my mouth always. But my close friends and my family are starting to understand that half the time my filter button is stuck and there is nothing I can do about it.

[Skittles56]

Happens all the time to me when I'm manic. I think I am the most witty, hilarious guy in the room. People just stare at me and think I'm an idiot.

Nature of the beast, I think.

[Victoria'smom]

I do that a lot with people that I don't know. My friends and family seem to have the same scene of humor as I do. It seems to happen more when I'm more excited.

[ShrinkPatient]

YES! I do this too. I spent a lot of time trying to figure out why. It feels fun & social at the time but ends with embarrassment & regret.
For me, I've nearly concluded that I do it because I'm no comfortable in the situation (for whatever reason) and my "Open Book" defense kicks in. Basically, for me I behave like an open book, but not really. Not emotionally. That comes later. If I appear open with everyone then no one really looks twice. If a book is locked, it's mysterious. People are more interested. However, if everything is "out" & in the "open," then no one really reads the story.
I don't know if this is anywhere near to the truth really but since I've concluded this, I've been much more reserved. In a good way.

BTW: I have to know why I do everything. I'm so analytical, I probably give my T a run for her money....(:

Hugs

All the time!! I talked to my pdoc about it and she never showed any concern or helped me with it so I didnt think it was common and I was just weird. Thanks for sharing and making me feel less like a freak!

I have been trying really really hard to stop the words before they come out of my mouth, sometimes I succeed, other times I dont and then regret what I say. Im working at it though.

[LadyShadow]

I do that when I drink too much. My true feelings tend to come out with no filter. I guess I am not a happy drunk, just a bitter and honest drunk.

[worthit]

I now, because of medication, say to myself" don't say that, don't say that",but the urge is so strong and I'm fixated on it. It takes all my concentration not to say something awkward.

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[Morigan]

Oeeee Yessssss!

I like it. I find it elevating!

I have never seen so many eyebrows raise.

I am 1000% introvert - but feel less shy now

[LionLion]

Originally Posted by ShrinkPatient

YES! I do this too. ...
For me, I've nearly concluded that I do it because I'm no comfortable in the situation (for whatever reason) and my "Open Book" defense kicks in. Basically, for me I behave like an open book, but not really. Not emotionally. That comes later. If I appear open with everyone then no one really looks twice. If a book is locked, it's mysterious. People are more interested. However, if everything is "out" & in the "open," then no one really reads the story.
I don't know if this is anywhere near to the truth really but since I've concluded this, I've been much more reserved. In a good way.

Hugs

I think you might have helped me solve a riddle I've been dealing with for a very long time. I do notice that I tend to say the most... well, lets just say I know what the term "word vomit" really means! But I do it mostly in situations where I don't feel comfortable or "accepted" by the people around me. I sometimes intentionally use my "crazy" to sift out those people who just can't handle or understand someone who's brain doesn't work like theirs, but in times where I can't do that, it amps me up and suddenly I'm giving them unrelated facts and figures, or telling "funny" jokes, or a story about how when I was 5 I ate a bug.

When I catch myself going on and on and on in a truly hypo manic state (and my mom has called me on it before) I've learned to pinch my wrist. It's almost an automatic response now. Helps ground me.

[BipolaRNurse]

Oh, I definitely have verbal incontinence when I'm manic. All sorts of outrageous things come out of my mouth that I'd never say in a million years otherwise. Once I even harangued a co-worker for an hour and a half when she made the mistake of asking me how bipolar disorder affects me! LOL

It's like "Help, I'm talking and I can't shut up!!"

[ShrinkPatient]

Originally Posted by LionLion

I think you might have helped me solve a riddle I've been dealing with for a very long time. I do notice that I tend to say the most... well, lets just say I know what the term "word vomit" really means! But I do it mostly in situations where I don't feel comfortable or "accepted" by the people around me. I sometimes intentionally use my "crazy" to sift out those people who just can't handle or understand someone who's brain doesn't work like theirs, but in times where I can't do that, it amps me up and suddenly I'm giving them unrelated facts and figures, or telling "funny" jokes, or a story about how when I was 5 I ate a bug.

When I catch myself going on and on and on in a truly hypo manic state (and my mom has called me on it before) I've learned to pinch my wrist. It's almost an automatic response now. Helps ground me.

Wow. I joined a few days ago because I needed help!! I NEVER expected anything I ever contribute to remotely help anyone. I've just been responding here & there because people did it for me. I appreciate your feedback. Frankly, I kinda see both our similar views meshing for me as well. Lol.
You've been very helpful, encouraging & kind! Thank you!!!!

Originally Posted by LionLion

When I catch myself going on and on and on in a truly hypo manic state (and my mom has called me on it before) I've learned to pinch my wrist. It's almost an automatic response now. Helps ground me.

I do that too when I realise my brain is just spewing out my mouth. It doesnt just happen when I am hypomanic (although it is more funny when I am hypomanic, I make less sense and not many people can follow my train of thought) it also happens when I am baseline but less when I am depressed (cos when Im depressed "everything I say is going to be dumb so its best to stay quiet"). Pinching my wrist definitely helps me get back in control quickly, its like a wake up call to my brain, stop what you are doing now. It works far better than anything else I have tried.

[Dylanzmama]

OH MY GOD!!!!!!! I just really hurt someone I care about today with my verbal diarrhea in front of her boss. I hate myself for it...
I thought I had my sh** together today. Was I really hypo? Argh, this sh** is confusing!

[Patsy Cline]

I definitely get diarrhea of the mouth