Category Archives: Hypomania

Recently a doctor stopped by my blog and asked about types of thoughts people with bipolar disorder have. Specifically, he was asking about “crowded” thoughts. Crowded thoughts are likened to “too many people jammed into this office.” Crowded thoughts constitute … Continue reading

Sex is a basic human drive. We want to eat. We want to sleep. And we want to have sex. These are the things that bring us pleasure in life. Almost everything boils down to those three things. But unfortunately, … Continue reading

As someone recently said to me, Halloween should be a national holiday. It should be the “wear-something-fun-and-gorge-yourself-on-candy” day. It should be just a national day of fun when we’re not supposed to be giving thanks or making love or hiding … Continue reading

Last week I waded into Charlie Sheen territory. It was, perhaps, a touch more eel-infested than I had anticipated but life is surprising like that. Yes, I said Sheen is going through a manic episode as part of a mental … Continue reading

I know this seems like an odd question, but I was considering it this morning (in my shower). It is a common problem for people with a mental illness. I have a tendency to avoid showering (really) and I know … Continue reading

Charlie Sheen’s recent remarks may seen funny to some, but when I look at his statements and actions, to me they scream mania, a symptom of bipolar disorder.

Naturally as you’ve read part one of bipolar disorder and working from home from last week you’ve already created a workspace at home, created a work routine and put away distractions. Now you’re all set for tips on getting actual … Continue reading

I, like many, no longer work in an office; I work from home. My commute each morning goes something like: bed, to bathroom, to kitchen, to couch, to desk. Barring a traffic jam between my cats and I over the … Continue reading

I was asked about how I have continued to work even through major bipolar storms. I found when I wrote about this topic, pages and pages were filled, so we’re splitting it in half. Today is part one: how to … Continue reading

I think I’m pretty great as a general rule. I’m kind, caring, intelligent, creative, talented, sexy, witty and a bunch of other stuff. Not particularly greater than anyone else, just the normal amount of great. Except for when I’m not, … Continue reading