It seems like we can all use a little more money, right? When I was younger, my father used to tell me that cutting expenses was one of the best ways to free up money in your budget. Of course, you can always earn more money by taking a job offer elsewhere or requesting a…
If you live with bipolar disorder, you undoubtedly understand how it feels when a manic episode (referred to as a “hypomanic episode” in type 2) sneaks up on you. Those are some symptoms you may feel when mania seizes your thoughts. Your individual symptomology may be different, but you get the idea. With a manic…
You can successfully treat and manage your bipolar disorder by taking healthy steps. There are countless examples and ways to do this, but I will share with you five things I do to help manage my bipolar disorder. The first action I took, even before implementing these five strategies, was taking personal responsibility for my…
Consistency is the foundation for growth. Have you ever made a goal to start something new, for example working out, only to get derailed before you even begin? A common and popular goal at the start of the new year is to start working out more. As a former personal trainer, I saw it time…
It is sometimes difficult to talk about bipolar disorder (or mental illness). People usually cannot relate, unless they’ve been there before. There really is not enough content about the causes and consequences of having a mental health problem. That said, I am happy to lead the charge for folks with bipolar disorder. Below, I have…
This content is created in partnership with Teva and is an important cause for me. Tardive dyskinesia (TD) can be hard to diagnose.1 Symptoms might not appear until months or years after you start taking antipsychotic medication.2 If you are taking certain prescription medicines for mental health conditions and are experiencing uncontrollable movements in your…
This content is created in partnership with Teva Pharmaceuticals and is an important cause for me. It is important to treat your mental health conditions as a whole, including any uncontrollable movements that may arise due to medications. Thankfully, there are now treatments that allow you to manage your movements without having to alter your…
The whole process of searching for a new psychiatrist or other prescribing medical professional can feel scary and overwhelming. So I put together this list of “5 criteria to look for when searching for a new psychiatrist.” Each of us has our own specific needs. However, you can use this list to give you a baseline for…
Growing up, I took part in sports, and in each sport, I trained to be an athlete. Not only did I train my mind, but I trained to think with an athlete’s mindset. Whether it was soccer, swimming, track, and field, or cross-country, my coaches always helped me to become the best athlete I could…
I was diagnosed with bipolar type 1 back in 1999. In the years and decades since, I have made it my focus to manage my illness to the best of my ability. One of the best ways I have done this is by pinpointing my “triggers.” Patience has not always been one of my strengths,…