bipolar

Bipolar disorder; understanding the highs, the lows and the in between.

The Whisper of the Peacock Feather - A Tale of Hidden Magic
Beneath the banyan tree, young Mira found a peacock feather glowing with iridescent hues. Its whispers would unravel a secret older than time itself.
By Perry11 months ago in Psyche
The Luminous Grove
The night was alive with an otherworldly glow. As Aiden stepped cautiously through the dense woods, his breath hitched at the sight before him—a colossal ancient tree standing at the heart of a meadow, its roots sprawling like the veins of the earth. But what truly stole his breath away were the tiny, glowing fungi that surrounded its base, illuminating the ground with a mesmerizing blue hue.
By Perry11 months ago in Psyche
The Lost Gateway
The last rays of the sun were fading into the horizon. Eliana slowly walked towards the luminous cave, feeling as if this path would lead her to another world. Tiny glowing specks floated around her, as if signaling the presence of an unknown force.
By Perry11 months ago in Psyche
The Lamborghini
The frequent offender. There he goes again, off his drugs. Off the chemicals that would keep him balanced. Another broken toy to be fitted into the shattered glass menagerie. Fragile but not frail. Racing thoughts like a Lamborghini crashing into a wall. Hey, you! I’m talking to you, now! You should be glad you’re still alive. Yes. This would be another pit stop. No, the doors won’t open. Silly, you. You thought you could just burst out of here into the sunshine of your life. Ha.
By Skyler Saunders11 months ago in Psyche
How Journaling Saved My Mental Health
The Breaking Point Tuesday morning, and when I woke up I felt as though the weight of the world rested on my shoulders. Work deadlines, overdue debts, and a developing loneliness all spun in my head. No matter how hard I tried, I felt as though I couldn seem to catch my breath; I felt as though I was drowning in my own mind. It dawned on me at that something had to change.
By Ilyas K11 months ago in Psyche
Anora (2024) - A Riveting Exploration of Dreams and Realities
"Anora" directed by Sean Baker, is a 2024 American comedy-drama that has garnered significant attention for its compelling narrative and outstanding performances. The film follows the tumultuous journey of Anora Mikheeva, portrayed by Mikey Madison, a young sex worker from Brooklyn who impulsively marries Vanya Zakharov, the son of a Russian oligarch. This sudden union sets off a chain of events as Vanya's parents intervene, attempting to annul the marriage, forcing Anora to navigate the complexities of her new reality.
By Perry11 months ago in Psyche
Dear Bullies, Here's What You Don't Know About Me.
I have tasted the pain of invisibility like it was the only being known, Through the budding years of my existence, I sat through the corridors forlorn,
By Hridya Sharma11 months ago in Psyche
I Had a Breakdown, and All I Got Was This Enlightenment: A Journey Through Chaos and Clarity
The Moment Everything Shattered Have you ever felt your mind crack like a windshield hit by a stray pebble? One moment, you’re coasting through life, and the next, you're watching the fractures spread in all directions, like delicate spiderwebs reaching their way across the glass. That was me, sitting alone in my apartment, staring at my reflection in a cold cup of coffee, realizing that something had shifted irreversibly inside me. There was no dramatic event, no warning bells—just the quiet recognition that everything I had once taken for granted was slowly, steadily, breaking apart.
By Alain SUPPINI11 months ago in Psyche
Mental Illness and Negative Self-Hypnosis
Anyone interested in improving their mental health must learn how their ego operates in their mind. The ego is the thinker in the mind. If you ignore the ego, you will only succeed in creating a world of delusions.
By Mal Mohanlal11 months ago in Psyche
a kindle inspired breakdown. Runner-Up in The Metamorphosis of the Mind Challenge. Top Story - March 2025. Content Warning.
I'm not much of a crier but I used to be. I tell my counselor and my mental health nurse that quite often, when I am sharing emotional stories with them, I just cannot breakdown and cry. I even asked if it was my medication that I am on that just makes me unable to cry. My psychiatrist told me that sometimes we just build up emotional walls to certain things and when that wall breaks- you need to be prepared for it.
By Chloe Rose Violet 🌹11 months ago in Psyche
The Psychological Underpinnings of Benevolent Sexism: A Comprehensive Exploration
A recent study by Clever Girl found that "benevolent sexism" (BS) can hurt women in the short and long term. Benevolent sexism is when someone (usually a man) says something that seems supportive and upbeat but is based on traditional gender stereotypes. Unlike hostile sexism or other overt forms of discrimination, it is unique in that it is often used with intentionally positive intentions and is usually interpreted as such by the recipient. For example, Carla and Alex have been anticipating their manager's annual performance reviews.
By Hridya Sharma11 months ago in Psyche
Bipolar Disorder Symptoms
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, ranging from emotional highs (mania or hypomania) to lows (depression). These fluctuations can affect sleep, energy levels, behavior, and cognitive function. The severity and frequency of episodes differ among individuals, and symptoms may change over time. Without proper management, these mood shifts can significantly interfere with daily life, relationships, and work.
By Gaba Telepsychiatry11 months ago in Psyche