[wvdirtbikerider]

Hello all,
Recently I've been looking for ways to help myself mentally. I never really thought about blogging, but I figured "hey, why not give it a shot?"
My life is a crazy, chaotic mess. I wouldn't even know where to begin. Anyway, all thoughts and advice would be appreciated.

[sideblinded]

wvdirtbikerider, I am just trying to help you as a brand new member. I am sorry that your life feels like such a mess and that it is chaotic. I see that you posted in the bipolar forum. Does this mean that you are struggling with bipolar issues? It would help if you shared a little more about yourself so others can be supportive. Let us know some specifics if you are comfortable sharing them so we can help.

It takes a little while for your first 5 posts to appear as they are being moderated. I hope that you find all of the answers that you are hoping for.

[wvdirtbikerider]

Originally Posted by sideblinded

wvdirtbikerider, I am just trying to help you as a brand new member. I am sorry that your life feels like such a mess and that it is chaotic. I see that you posted in the bipolar forum. Does this mean that you are struggling with bipolar issues? It would help if you shared a little more about yourself so others can be supportive. Let us know some specifics if you are comfortable sharing them so we can help.

It takes a little while for your first 5 posts to appear as they are being moderated. I hope that you find all of the answers that you are hoping for.

Thank you Yes, I have bipolar disorder along with many other things and I'm just at my wit's end trying to get stable. It's just really frustrating.

[Flyer]

You have come to a good place to discuss what you are dealing with.

Are you on medication? Are you dealing with a professional?

Take a deep breath. Relax. And ask a few questions at a time.

One thing I like to do is what I call "passive therapy". Often you will find in medical offices, nice calming posters on the wall. I go to thrift shops and when I find a plaque with a saying on it that 'speaks to me' I pick it up. My favorite place to hang these is in the bathroom. Hey, while you're there,,,

I find them calming and make me feel better. Eventually I don't have to read them any more. Just a glimpse out of the corner of my eye brings the same feelings over me as if I had read it.

Life is a journey and if you are blessed, you will never stop learning.

Best wishes.

[wvdirtbikerider]

Originally Posted by Flyer

You have come to a good place to discuss what you are dealing with.

Are you on medication? Are you dealing with a professional?

Take a deep breath. Relax. And ask a few questions at a time.

One thing I like to do is what I call "passive therapy". Often you will find in medical offices, nice calming posters on the wall. I go to thrift shops and when I find a plaque with a saying on it that 'speaks to me' I pick it up. My favorite place to hang these is in the bathroom. Hey, while you're there,,,

I find them calming and make me feel better. Eventually I don't have to read them any more. Just a glimpse out of the corner of my eye brings the same feelings over me as if I had read it.

Life is a journey and if you are blessed, you will never stop learning.

Best wishes.

Thank you! I have found some relief here. Right now I'm still struggling with finding the right meds and a better doctor. The one I have is so overbooked he just doesn't take the time to properly deal with each of his patients. The meds are helping some; I think otherwise I would be in the hospital. I've been on them awhile and they need adjusted or changed. I take 300mg of Effexor XR , 400mg of Tegretol, and 20mg of Valium.

[Flyer]

Struggling is good in the respect you haven't given up. There is Always hope and help out there, it's recognizing it that sometimes escapes me.

Keep looking for a new doc and get your meds tweaked when you can. Hang in there, better days ahead!

Best wishes! ((()))