I’ve had a life change this weekend. I was diagnosed a few years ago right before I started a new relationship. It’s been three years we’ve been together and in the last week it just did a 180. Two years ago I got custody of my niece who is now 12. So today, I am a 50 year old single woman with bipolar and a 12 year old child in tow. I am scared as fuck. I have never done well the short time I’ve been single. Looking back, I would say it had triggered manic episodes. Self medicating to find stability? This IS the first time I’ve been single and I do have something to focus on, my kid. I’m hoping that’s enough. But scared as fuck it’s not. I was diagnosed 5 years ago so I never feel I can say for sure what a correct answer is. Empathy, suggestions, hugs,…. All are welcome right now. 😞❤️
that sounds really difficult! Do you have a therapist or anyone you can talk to? Sounds like you are a good person, taking care of your niece like that. I hope you get some support!
I take lithium and go to therapy for my bipolar and it helps me a lot.
Therapy every other week usually. I see her Wednesday this week and she’s available by text. I try not to blow up her phone lol
well that’s good it’s so important to have someone to vent to who is skilled at handling it. I’m proud of you it’s easy to get caught up in all the bipolar whorls but it sounds like you have your basics covered at least! it’s trite but hang in there and take care of yourself 🫂
from one bipolar lady to another be strong and be your best and lean on your support when you need it!!
