Questions bipolar version #10

LadyShadow · Mar 30, 2024, 09:30 PM

Going to church with my friend in the morning, (shhh she's sleeping right now, lol), and then spending the day with my parents.

Do you feel your bipolar symptoms get triggered around holidays like tomorrow?

Moose72 · Mar 30, 2024, 10:34 PM

Gosh! I hope my bipolar symptoms don’t get triggered tomorrow! Dinners with family usually go well. Except when N1 left without saying goodbye after disappearing for hours this past Thanksgiving. I’m still not sure exactly what happened except that my sister’s mother in law kept using incorrect pronouns with my transgender daughter (N1).

Nammu · Mar 30, 2024, 10:47 PM

No my bipolar is not triggered by external factors except stress makes me a bit more prone to an event. Things are pretty stress free currently.

Do you find you enjoy alone time?

Moose72 · Mar 31, 2024, 04:28 PM

I’m alone most of the time so I’ve had to learn to be so but I’m really more of a people person.

Same question.

raspberrytorte · Mar 31, 2024, 10:12 PM

I like being alone as of late, yes. When I'm alone there's no one to bother me about going out or taking a shower.

Same question.

bizi · Mar 31, 2024, 10:48 PM

I hate bring alone.
when my husband is gone for the night I leave the bedroom light on for security.

I don't like bring alone at night the light, I am afraid of the dark.
bizi

BeyondtheRainbow · Apr 03, 2024, 03:43 PM

Yes, I like alone time. Probably too much. But at least living here, beside my mom, I get human interaction most days for a tolerable amount of time.

If you could get rid of one med in your cocktail without suffering any problems what would it be?

LadyShadow · Apr 03, 2024, 05:46 PM

I would ditch the lithium. I hate having to go for all the blood tests, and I know it contributes to my weight gain.

Is the upcoming eclipse affecting your mood in any way? Excited? Don't care?

Moose72 · Apr 03, 2024, 08:48 PM

I’m not in the path of it so the eclipse doesn’t really affect me.

Besides drugs, what do you do to treat your anxiety? (Honestly it’s worse than depression!)

LadyShadow · Apr 03, 2024, 08:50 PM

I actually meditate and pray, (not as often as I should), but I try to drown out all the noise and technology for about an hour or two a day. It calms me.

Do you feel your mental health getting better or worse?

Moose72 · Apr 03, 2024, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by LadyShadow

I actually meditate and pray, (not as often as I should), but I try to drown out all the noise and technology for about an hour or two a day. It calms me.

Do you feel your mental health getting better or worse?

I wish I could meditate.

I would say it’s getting better but my anxiety was through the roof earlier today. It’s ok right now if I keep my mind off of earlier.

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Crazy Hitch · Apr 04, 2024, 05:51 PM

My mental health is definitely worse since my minor stroke. I’m on edge and anxious and with daylight savings ending this weekend and the weather changing my mood is dipping. I’m taking my vitamin d supplements but I’m not hopeful of change.

What’s your favourite season for your mood to feel a bit better?

LadyShadow · Apr 04, 2024, 05:56 PM

I think Fall is my favorite season because I grew up in New York and it was always so beautiful, and the crisp smell of the fresh Fall air was always so refreshing.

Do you feel better or worse now that the weather is supposed to be getting warmer?

Moose72 · Apr 05, 2024, 08:38 PM

I’m glad that it’s warm enough that when it snows it doesn’t stick. I’m not sure. Earlier this week I would’ve said I feel worse but today was ok.

If you’re living off SSDI or SSI how often do you have trouble making ends meet? I over spent last month so I’m paying for it this month.

raspberrytorte · Apr 05, 2024, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Moose72

I’m glad that it’s warm enough that when it snows it doesn’t stick. I’m not sure. Earlier this week I would’ve said I feel worse but today was ok.

If you’re living off SSDI or SSI how often do you have trouble making ends meet? I over spent last month so I’m paying for it this month.

I have SSDI. We don't have troubles, but my husband also works full-time.

Same question.

Moose72 · Apr 06, 2024, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by raspberrytorte

I have SSDI. We don't have troubles, but my husband also works full-time.

Same question.

My friend in Florida- soon to move to New Hampshire- said she lost her SSDI when she got married. They kept sending her money for the year! She spent it all and is still waiting to hear back about if she has to pay the money back.

raspberrytorte · Apr 07, 2024, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Moose72

My friend in Florida- soon to move to New Hampshire- said she lost her SSDI when she got married. They kept sending her money for the year! She spent it all and is still waiting to hear back about if she has to pay the money back.

Wow. That really sucks! I got my SSDI while I was married.

LadyShadow · Apr 08, 2024, 10:16 PM

I make my ends meet with my SSDI because I do a couple of side gigs on the side to make rent and extra expenses.

Did you feel any different today with the eclipse?

BeyondtheRainbow · Apr 11, 2024, 05:25 PM

I just felt amazed. It was a profound experience in a way I don't have words to explain.

Do you like to bake?

LadyShadow · Apr 11, 2024, 06:59 PM

My oven is sitting there, never been used, lol.

Does the weather affect your mood at all?

Crazy Hitch · Apr 12, 2024, 03:47 AM

The weather totally affects my mood! Rain and cold weather especially make me feel miserable. Summer makes me feel great!

How many mental health professionals do you actively see?

BeyondtheRainbow · Apr 12, 2024, 10:08 PM

2. Pdoc and therapist

Do you exercise? What exercises do you do?

LadyShadow · Apr 12, 2024, 10:15 PM

Yes! I go to the gym and do the elliptical and bike, I also walked on the track and the abs machine. I also do my Just Dance workout video on my playstation at home.

Do you get more energy at night or in the morning?

Crazy Hitch · Apr 12, 2024, 11:20 PM

In the morning. I’m wiped out at night!

Coffee or tea as your first drink of the day?

LadyShadow · Apr 12, 2024, 11:22 PM

Neither - I have a SlimFast Vanilla Shake first thing in the morning.

What time of the year are you the most manic, (if you can remember)?

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