[LisaKYgirl]

Hello, I'm new here. I just don't have anyone to talk to that understands. I don't know anyone else with Bipolar, and it's so frustrating to try and talk to someone when times get rough, and they have no idea how it feels, and end up saying stupid things that just make me mad. Lately I've been having such confusing feelings. Back and forth about things. How do I know if it's my real feelings, or just the bipolar?

[MusicLover82]

First of all, WELCOME! We're a great group here. I'm sure you will find a lot of support with us.

It's hard to get a real picture of what you're experiencing because you're not being very specific. What kind of feelings are you talking about? Do they relate to real things happening in life, or do they happen out of the blue? Quite often my bipolar symptoms happen due to something happening in life, but I know that it's bipolar because they are exaggerated (e.g. an anxiety attack over mild bad news rather than staying calm about it).

[Jaemariie]

Hi I'm new too and I feel the same way as you I don't have any advice but I just home you feel better

[st0psign]

"How do I know if it's my real feelings, or just the bipolar?"

I was dxed at 14, 26 now and I still ask myself this.

[pirilin]

Welcome!!!. We're not crazy. Just different.

[Coconutzo]

Welcome!
You may never be sure. Just watch for patterns and things that set you off. A bipolar diagnosis can be overwhelming and confusing. It's different for everyone. No amount of reading seems to unjumble it in my head. No amount of symptoms or problems seem to make it more real. But I'm trying and learning more about myself everyday. It's a journey, and this is a great place to check in, to vent and to see what this disorder feels like for others.

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[wiretwister]

there is a couple of us here from ky .... feel free to post or pm if it is easier for you ... welcome ... you have found a good home here with a lot of caring people ....

[JustJace2u]

Originally Posted by LisaKYgirl

Hello, I'm new here. I just don't have anyone to talk to that understands. I don't know anyone else with Bipolar, and it's so frustrating to try and talk to someone when times get rough, and they have no idea how it feels, and end up saying stupid things that just make me mad. Lately I've been having such confusing feelings. Back and forth about things. How do I know if it's my real feelings, or just the bipolar?

I am sorry to hear that you have no one to talk to. I kind of understand how you feel though. I've lived without any family around me whatsoever for at least 11 years, and it's been tough. I was just recently diagnosed w/ BP II and MDD. My mom seems to not want to talk about it because she feels it's all her fault since there is a history of MI on her side of the family (my grandfather who is deceased, and an aunt who is BP I and severely manic). Anyway, I hope you will feel welcome here.

[xRavenx]

Originally Posted by LisaKYgirl

Hello, I'm new here. I just don't have anyone to talk to that understands. I don't know anyone else with Bipolar, and it's so frustrating to try and talk to someone when times get rough, and they have no idea how it feels, and end up saying stupid things that just make me mad. Lately I've been having such confusing feelings. Back and forth about things. How do I know if it's my real feelings, or just the bipolar?

Welcome! I'm new here too, actually. It is confusing at times to differentiate between whether something is a symptom of Bipolar vs. if it is just natural feelings in response to a situation, or a personality trait. One thing I try to remember is that all of us with Bipolar Disorder are not defined by our diagnosis. It may sound cliche, but we are all human beings with valid emotions and feelings like everyone else. It's just that we are faced with certain challenges that some without Bipolar D/O would never really be able to quite understand.

That's why I joined: it's nice to have others know what I'm talking about when describing experiences related to episodes, medication concerns, or just discuss the struggles of everyday life. Anyway, enjoy the forum! I am so far

[Cavegirl]

Hi Lisa!

Good question! I'm not sure of the answer to this, as I too, am still trying to wrap my head around it all. It's a complicated disorder.

I'm pretty new to Psych Central as well. I have been spending a lot of time reading forums and reading article after article. There is a lot of useful information here. It's comforting realizing that there are people who share the same symptoms. It shows that we are not alone in this!

[Manic Trance]

Originally Posted by LisaKYgirl

Hello, I'm new here. I just don't have anyone to talk to that understands. I don't know anyone else with Bipolar, and it's so frustrating to try and talk to someone when times get rough, and they have no idea how it feels, and end up saying stupid things that just make me mad. Lately I've been having such confusing feelings. Back and forth about things. How do I know if it's my real feelings, or just the bipolar?

Hey. Welcome. I think you will find it to be so nice here. It is so great to be able to talk openly about what is going on with you. I remember the first time I wrote here. I decided to just go for it and I wrote very detailed about this really really dark and self destructive episode, things I could NEVER tell ANYONE. Even if they were bipolar. And I checked in a few hours later and there were all these messages being like

'I hate it when that happens'

And it was so rewarding to feel heard and to feel like I have people. I hope you have that feeling.

Bipolar feelings are real feelings. They just don't all need to be reacted to.

When I have a sense that I am having a bipolar episode, I just try not to take actions or make decisions.

I hope you are feeling OK.

Soon...
MT

[Crazy Hitch]

Welcome Lisa.

Hard question but I think for me personally if the feelings last only a few days and are reactions to certain circumstances in my life ... it's just my normal ups and downs.

If it goes on for a bit longer I start paying attention to them.

Good to have you here on PC.

[bipolarbrother]

hi lisa, welcome. this is a great place to learn about yourself. remember, you are not flawed but gifted. yes whether we like it or not bipolar is a gift. we just need to honor that side of us instead of running away from it. best of luck with your journey.

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[Lookn4mylife]

Welcome. Someone may have suggested this already. I haven't read all the posts just yet, but my suggestion is to not only reach out to people at PC, but more importantly seek out a great therapist. They are professionals who can help you sort out your issues in healthy ways.