Bipolar check-in #56

MuddyBoots · Jun 25, 2021 at 02:25 AM

Happy Birthday Buddha!!!

Mountaindewed · Jun 25, 2021 at 03:58 AM

I love the support I get on here. I’m being sarcastic obviously. While I deal with S thoughts and SA and SH thoughts everyday. I don’t get any support while everyone else gets tons of it when they post the same stuff.

Maybe try being inclusive and help other people who really would like it instead of ignoring them all the time.

I know other people have said this forum is cliquish and that’s why new members don’t stay.

Soupe du jour · Jun 25, 2021 at 04:20 AM

Mountaindewed, I would want to support you, but haven't in recent weeks because at a point I felt you didn't want it from me, and clearly wrote as much. I recall the words. I'm not totally alone in this and think keeping quiet was out of respect for your wishes. I know that sometimes a person's support may not seem what is wanted, and sometimes it's on the wrong track. That doesn't mean that such support isn't/wasn't well-intentioned.

I hope you feel better soon. I'm sorry your struggles are particularly hard right now and that your family, friends, and mental healthcare team provide increasing support. People here do care. I care.

wildflowerchild25 · Jun 25, 2021 at 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Mountaindewed

I love the support I get on here. I’m being sarcastic obviously. While I deal with S thoughts and SA and SH thoughts everyday. I don’t get any support while everyone else gets tons of it when they post the same stuff.

Maybe try being inclusive and help other people who really would like it instead of ignoring them all the time.

I know other people have said this forum is cliquish and that’s why new members don’t stay.

I would like you to know that when you were away for a month numerous people asked about you and hoped that you were still ok.

*Beth* · Jun 25, 2021 at 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Moose72

She has now posted on facebook again- at least twice if not 3 times saying that I "soaked" her by ordering the steak. And she just won't let it go! I bet she's planning her revenge. She likes to talk a lot about how she will hurt the people she thinks have wronged her. But Jesus H. Christ already! I'm beginning to see how toxic she is and for that matter our relationship! I'm sitting over here thinking of all the things I could say to her but then I think "I'll just let her stew in her own juices" as she continues to complain about and bad mouth me on facebook.

What she's doing is sick. I think you're smart not to engage with her drama.

*Beth* · Jun 25, 2021 at 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Mountaindewed

I love the support I get on here. I’m being sarcastic obviously. While I deal with S thoughts and SA and SH thoughts everyday. I don’t get any support while everyone else gets tons of it when they post the same stuff.

Maybe try being inclusive and help other people who really would like it instead of ignoring them all the time.

I know other people have said this forum is cliquish and that’s why new members don’t stay.

I think everyone here is very concerned about you misusing medication and melatonin, but when a member questioned you about it you were extremely angry. While you were gone, there were a number of people who expressed concern about you.

In my experience, we've all been friendly to newcomers because we're genuinely glad to have new people join in.

Md, what exactly would make you feel that you were being supported here?

*Beth* · Jun 25, 2021 at 10:07 AM

~*~Happy Birthday Buddha!~*~

Lizzie1813 · Jun 25, 2021 at 10:17 AM

Checking in…I had to drive 45 minutes to a doctor’s appointment. I get super anxious while driving. On the way home, I struggled with persistent intrusive thoughts. I made it home though and am glad I didn’t cancel the appointment. My recent mania has finally subsided, and I’m sleeping now. I’m on the alert for depressive symptoms since I often sink after mania. I hope everyone is having a good day.

Lizzie

Nammu · Jun 25, 2021 at 12:28 PM

Ooooo HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎂🎁🎉🎈🎊 BUDDHA!!

Nammu · Jun 25, 2021 at 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Lizzie1813

Checking in…I had to drive 45 minutes to a doctor’s appointment. I get super anxious while driving. On the way home, I struggled with persistent intrusive thoughts. I made it home though and am glad I didn’t cancel the appointment. My recent mania has finally subsided, and I’m sleeping now. I’m on the alert for depressive symptoms since I often sink after mania. I hope everyone is having a good day.

Lizzie

Good for you that takes a lot of guts to drive that far.

Moose72 · Jun 25, 2021 at 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Soupe du jour

That is rude of HER. Not you. If she only had a little money, she should have been upfront with the limit on spending. Plus, trashing a friend on Facebook is a no-no. How would she like if the shoe was on the other foot? Do you have a plan on how to address this issue with her?

Sorry about your dental bill. My husband and I truly understand them. Hopefully soon we'll be able to go to the dentist without it breaking the bank. At least your tooth looks very good.

I have been going round in my head what to say to her but nothing seems right. I'm angry at her for her posting all over facebook. I don't want to start ww3 but I also don't think I should take all the blame and just take it laying down. I'm angry that she bad mouthed me on facebook several times even IF she didn't mention me by name!

buddha1too · Jun 25, 2021 at 01:50 PM

So much reading to catch up with. Thanks for the birthday wishes, but 60 is just old. I'm actually having a pretty down day. Tomorrow is my favorite aunt's memorial service. I've spent much of the week polishing her eulogy. 80% chance of rain and thunderstorms, so the graveside ceremony might be wet and depressing. Oh, well. Those are the extent of my high class problems. Hang in there, everyone.

buddha1too · Jun 25, 2021 at 02:36 PM

The only reason I know what you posted, @Mountaindewed, is because someone else pasted it. It was suggested by moderators that I put you on ignore because everytime I post something regarding your situation, you snitch me out. I was one of several people who thought your use of meds was dangerous. You went through the roof when I posted that, & wrote that you weren't looking for advice -- & I heard from moderators.

Well, you probably won't like this, either. Support is a two-way street. I've noted that while others post words of support to other people on the boards, or give hugs, or thanks, you never do. Support should be reciprocal; perhaps if you gave more support, you'd receive more. Just a thought...

*Beth* · Jun 25, 2021 at 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by buddha1too

So much reading to catch up with. Thanks for the birthday wishes, but 60 is just old. I'm actually having a pretty down day. Tomorrow is my favorite aunt's memorial service. I've spent much of the week polishing her eulogy. 80% chance of rain and thunderstorms, so the graveside ceremony might be wet and depressing. Oh, well. Those are the extent of my high class problems. Hang in there, everyone.

Hi @buddha1too I'm thinking of you, and I'll be waiting to hear how your aunt's memorial service went

Mountaindewed · Jun 25, 2021 at 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by buddha1too

The only reason I know what you posted, @Mountaindewed, is because someone else pasted it. It was suggested by moderators that I put you on ignore because everytime I post something regarding your situation, you snitch me out. I was one of several people who thought your use of meds was dangerous. You went through the roof when I posted that, & wrote that you weren't looking for advice -- & I heard from moderators.

Well, you probably won't like this, either. Support is a two-way street. I've noted that while others post words of support to other people on the boards, or give hugs, or thanks, you never do. Support should be reciprocal; perhaps if you gave more support, you'd receive more. Just a thought...

I’m sorry you feel that way.

Why comment then on my post in the first place if you don’t care so much? Obviously you do if you are taking the time to reply. Or you would have just ignored it.

I don’t hug or thank anyone unless they reply to my stuff because I don’t know who’s put me on ignore and who hasn’t and I don’t want to trigger anyone more then they already are.

Nammu · Jun 25, 2021 at 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by buddha1too

So much reading to catch up with. Thanks for the birthday wishes, but 60 is just old. I'm actually having a pretty down day. Tomorrow is my favorite aunt's memorial service. I've spent much of the week polishing her eulogy. 80% chance of rain and thunderstorms, so the graveside ceremony might be wet and depressing. Oh, well. Those are the extent of my high class problems. Hang in there, everyone.

So good to hear from you. Yeah the 60 milestone is an awkward one, old but not old enough to be remarkable. You are missed here!

BeyondtheRainbow · Jun 25, 2021 at 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Mountaindewed

I don’t hug or thank anyone unless they reply to my stuff because I don’t know who’s put me on ignore and who hasn’t and I don’t want to trigger anyone more then they already are.

If someone has you on ignore they won't know if you give hugs or thanks; that is blocked.

Mountaindewed · Jun 25, 2021 at 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by BeyondtheRainbow

If someone has you on ignore they won't know if you give hugs or thanks; that is blocked.

Buddha can since he mentioned me not giving hugs or thanks in his post.

*Beth* · Jun 25, 2021 at 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Lizzie1813

Checking in…I had to drive 45 minutes to a doctor’s appointment. I get super anxious while driving. On the way home, I struggled with persistent intrusive thoughts. I made it home though and am glad I didn’t cancel the appointment. My recent mania has finally subsided, and I’m sleeping now. I’m on the alert for depressive symptoms since I often sink after mania. I hope everyone is having a good day.

Lizzie

Intrusive thoughts...having to struggle with them is absolutely draining. But it's great that you drove all that way!

*Beth* · Jun 25, 2021 at 03:39 PM

Even if a member has another member on ignore thanks and hugs can still be given.

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Beth catches the flowers Member Since Jul 2019 Location: Downtown Vibes, California Posts: 15,701 (SuperPoster!) 5 23.7k hugs given	Jun 25, 2021 at 03:39 PM #1060 Even if a member has another member on ignore thanks and hugs can still be given. __________________