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Embracing Support

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Though I have been open with my bipolar disorder diagnosis for two decades, it is a lot harder to be open about the day-to-day limitations I face living with this mental illness. Originally, I thought the best way to overcome mental illness stigma was to act like I was totally capable and fine with no … Read more

Embracing Bipolar

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My Embracing Bipolar blog was created in 2026 as part of my 20 Years Embracing Bipolar project. Reflecting on two decades of being open with my mental illness, I realized that I have not done enough to share how I cope with day-to-day challenges. In my professional and personal lives, I use conflict resolution tools … Read more