7 Tools for Overcoming Impulse Control Issues
While I have had no major mood swings or episodes in the last 12 years, I have and continue to have to self-monitor my impulse
Category: Hope and Encouragement
7 Keys to Successful Recovery
When others find out that I have experienced no symptoms of bipolar disorder for the past 12 years they usually want to know what want
Feelings Versus Moods
Knowing the difference between what I am feeling verses my mood has been extremely important for my recovery. Everyone has moods and feelings. Yes, everyone! Even
Five Keys to Successfully Navigating Change in Spite of Having Bipolar Disorder
As they say, “The only thing that never changes is change.” Life is full of changes. Some changes that we make, others make, or life
Five Wellness Principles
Bipolar disorder differs from person to person. The same medicines do not work for all of us, nor do we all even have the same
What is Bipolar Disorder Issues Vs. Emotional Issues
Recently I’ve run across some great articles: “13 Things That Mentally Strong People DON’T Do” (which is also a book by Amy Morin) and “15
What Would You Propose to Make the Mental Health System Better?
May has been designated as “Mental Health Awareness Month” and today is “National Mental Health & Dignity Day”. The designation of this day as the
When “I” Becomes “We” Wellness Happens
From my perspective, finding at least one person that you trust can be key for successful recovery. Let’s be honest, bipolar disorder, when not treated
When Remorse and Regret Become Toxic
For the past five years I’ve had the blessing of leading a Fresh Hope group, which are faith-based peer run support groups for those who
