Have you ever had a manic episode?

I had one late last summer '06! I was high as a kite, euphoric, visual & auditory hilucinations, thought the world was my oyster......it was like being trapped inside a 5 yr olds body on whatev medication would make you appear drunk & high.

How do you get over the UTTER TOTAL EMBRASSMENT, SHAME, DISGUST, HUMILATION....?

((((((((( Zen )))))))))

You just take it one day at a time. I know that seems over simplified, but it's true.

Hugs,

Jan

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How do you get over the UTTER TOTAL EMBRASSMENT, SHAME, DISGUST, HUMILATION....?

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I agree - one day at time...just wanted to add what I do.

I guess I haven't really though of those words - as I look back - I'm surprised at what I was doing - I've spent some time looking at certain experiences and using that to help me look for the warning signs...

KEEP YOUR HEAD UP...mania is not your fault...so though you may feel shame..etc, etc...it is social expectations that may need to be changed...that is why it is so important that those with mental conditions (I hate the word illness) advocate for change and understanding for ourselves and others.

No shame Zen888....the brain is a funky piece of equipment. Bi Polar is like driving an old truck with a couple of spark plugs not gapped properly.

You Take Care...Mojo3

I've had had manic periods, where I was on top of the world; my thoughts were racing, I couldn't concentrate on anything and once I descended into rage. Only had psychosis once when real manic. And I had psychosis during all the other moods like mad or flat.

Of course it a funny thing, I may not be Bipolar, but Schizoaffective. However, that's my problem not yours. And mania is also a funny thing. There is no shame in having mania. I have it, and I'm just like anyone else.