I've been told I Romanticize my mental illness and that I absolutely should not do that. Well, I'm doing it anyway. I love being Bipolar and I wouldn't have it any other way. It took me fifteen years to get here. For fifteen years I was ashamed and embarrassed of something I had absolutely no… Continue reading It’s My Mental Illness and I’ll Romanticize It If I Want To
Self Care Products That Aren’t Just Bath Bombs
https://amzn.to/2SyQpBlLoving Light Ritual KitSage wand, crystal heart, healing incense; what's not to love. https://amzn.to/2JYoS8nThe Hope Box6 handmade treasures with personalized uplifting messages. https://amzn.to/2Y1PSxxDeserved Happiness Gift BoxThe theme of this box is relaxation. https://amzn.to/2SAQHaxOK this one is a Spa gift basket, but sometimes that is self care, too.
Dopamine Queen Mental Health Merch Shop Open
I've been wanting to do this for a while and I am so happy to share it with you. Please check it out: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/dopamine-queen And let me know what you think. -DQ
Sharing My Diagnosis With My Family
I just shared my Bipolar diagnosis with all of my family and friends for the first time, fifteen years after my diagnosis. I'm so nervous and anxious it's unbearable. Any kind words would be appreciated. Thanks! -DQ
Interesting Bipolar Disorder Statistics
People with bipolar disorder, on average, suffer 10 years before receiving treatment and only 49% of bipolar individuals receive treatment. The average age of American bipolar disorder onset is 25 years old 83% of bipolar cases are considered severe. More than 66% of people with bipolar disorder have one or more relatives with bipolar disorder… Continue reading Interesting Bipolar Disorder Statistics
How To Help A Loved One That Is Depressed or Suicidal
Watching someone they love experience depression or suicidal thoughts can weigh heavily on support people such as family, friends and partners. Often, support people do not know what to do or say to help. This can lead to either the support person doing nothing out of fear of making the situation worse, or the support… Continue reading How To Help A Loved One That Is Depressed or Suicidal
I Am A Really Good Mom, Bipolar and Parenting
I contemplated titles for this article for a long time. I'm Bipolar and a Really Good MomI'm a Really Good Mom and I'm BipolarBut, no, I'm just a really good mom. Period. Bipolar has so little and so much to do with my parenting skills. If anything, having bipolar has made me more sympathetic and… Continue reading I Am A Really Good Mom, Bipolar and Parenting
It’s Too Hard To Get Help
In the moments I was at my worst; suicidal, depressed, scary manic; it was much too difficult to get the help that I needed. I would spend hours searching for doctors. Step one, overcome stigma and admit that you need help. Because that's not hard enough. Step two, insurance. If you have it gather all… Continue reading It’s Too Hard To Get Help
Children’s Books That Teach Inclusivity
In honor of Pride Month I wanted to make a book list of all of our favorite LGBT+ family stories. There are so many good books in this genre and these are just a few. I hope you enjoy them the way our family does. These books are perfect for any family that wants to… Continue reading Children’s Books That Teach Inclusivity
Pride Month – Gender Non Conforming Children’s Book List
One of my sweet sweet babes is gender non conforming. We noticed at about 2 years old that RJ was different from the cutie's brother. Now, at six years old, gender questioning is a better term. RJ's preferred pronouns are terms of endearment like cutie and babe which is perfect for a six year old.… Continue reading Pride Month – Gender Non Conforming Children’s Book List
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