Looking to Support & be Supported!

Hello Everyone!

At Christmas '06, I was diagnosed as Bipolar II, during a severe depression that began in October 06. During this depression I cycled into Hypomania in my PDoc's office.= Diagnosis was made,

For the past 4 weeks, between many med mixes (I am sure all Bipolars can relate) I have reached stability-"normal" whatever that is?

I am on a long journey of rediscovering myself as Bipolar Grace 03: my limitations, my acceptance...my frustrations & tears.
I am hoping i can find & return support @ Psychcentral. I see my PDoc 2-3 weeks ,my Therapist,(Psychotherapy)
and my GP who is highly supportive and involved in my mental health.

I welcome feedback, your thoughts, & challenges.
Just finishing a 9 wk Cognitive Behavioural Program. It is very helpful, in gaining valuable life/relaxation. positive thinking skills.

Now, I feel I have many portable & powerful & coping TOOLS, that I can apply to my daily life.

Looking forward to meeting, sharing & supporting members here!

Sincerely,
Grace03


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Grace03

Feet on the Ground, Head in the Stars. Hands on the Wheel...
Embrace Nature through all your senses.
This too shall pass....

Hi Grace,

Welcome to PC. There are many members here who can totally relate to your experiences.

I wish you well,

January

Welcome!

Grace, as I said in your introduction post, I'm looking for similar support here, and I joined today....

so hello there!!

Ashty.

Hi Grace-

Im having similar issues with the meds. But their still trying to find my norm and my meds are being switched around and upped lots. . I was dxd bipolar 1 rapid cycling a month and a half ago. Im glad that you got a dx.. thats good.( tho not glad that you have to deal with bp) Im a new person here too. Good that your team is supportive. I have a pretty supportive network too where Im at to. My pdoc was the one in fact who told me of my dx after I had another pdoc that lied to me for 8 years about it and didnt tell me the truth and was treating me with stabilizers. She works with me good too and I see her every 2-3 weeks as well.

Nice to meet you Looking forward to your postings.

Hi Ashty!

Hi & welcome.......its good to meet another "newbie" here.

How is your day going? Thwe day is absolutely stunning in Victoria BC! Warm with a gentle offshore breeze. I will never regret relocating here (by choice) with my 23 year old daughter from Ottawa, 3 years ago.

When I am in a mild ++depressive cycle, unfortunately my writing & spelling skills drop dramatically, This, I believe was/is one of the most difficult losses I have experieced with BP2.. I do word puzzles to gauge my level each day.

Let me know what's on your mind-or just chat ashty.. I look frwd to getting to know you. this is a mammoth site & it takes time to learn to navigate...but I like what I see/read so far!

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Hi Katicka!

Good to meet you. It's so unfortunate you are dealing with Dxs & med mixes. This regrettably seems to be the norm though.
Bipolar disorder is actually considered one of THE Most diffult conditions to diagnose...then breaking it down into Bipolar1 or 2., rapid cycling . .Man, I know how frustrating that can be.

It's good to hear you're determined to "Stay The Course."..and find the right medications. It was worth it for me, and I amsure it will work out for you (The sooner the better right Sweetie?)

Lets stay in touch..
let me know how you are doing.
If you need an ear-I'm here

Grace03 - The place certainly does seem friendly, yes!

Today has been a strange one.. I'm trying to get all this work done for my finals but things are a bit tricksy, been more than a little hyper =]

But soon I will be finished! I keep holding onto that thought, Can't wait for the relief when it's all been handed in..

You live in Canada? I've always wanted to visit. maybe one day!

Hope things are well.. the chat is always good.
xoxo

Been there done that with the med dance. I finally got stable during a 4 week hospital stay..... We are now tweaking meds. Welcome to PC, hope you find what you need here.

Hi underthe radar!

Thanks for responding. & the welcome!

It's good to know you have reached stability-hospital or not.!

Yes, I believe I will find what I need here...my new Support Home perhaps.

And I have been around the block a few times...hoping I can provide some insight to anyone who asks!

Talk with you again..