I decided to do these days together because there was a lot of repetition and I don't want to put you through that. Here are some highlights though. Days 3 and 4 were weekend days and so very little happened, more time was spent coloring, reading, or watching TV. There were some groups, but less… Continue reading Behavioral health hospital: days 3 – 5

I told you all in my last post that I was ready to come back. Unfortunately I spoke too soon. Overwhelmed my self with all the manic things, and ended up in a behavioral health hospital for 6 days. I have a few things to say about my experience, but would love some support here… Continue reading I may have fibbed

Three months to be exact. I've been off meds, unwell, extra well, in between and who knows. I'm still here though and I have a lot to say. I look forward to sharing some great articles I've been working on in November. Thank you for your patience and continued support in my absence. ♥️DQ

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

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