My Life with Bipolar: Why I Share the Experience Openly

April 19, 2017 Hannah Blum

I share my life with bipolar disorder across social media. Crazy, you say? I haven't regretted one moment. Find out why on HealthyPlace

Two years ago, I published my personal blog, halfway2hannah, about my experience as a young adult living with bipolar 2 disorder. Why? I developed a passion for mental health and saw the impact social media platforms have on society. I decided to combine mental health and media by sharing my story.

Openly Disclosing Bipolar: "Are You Crazy?!"

Of course, those around me were concerned that disclosing my life with a stigmatized condition, like bipolar disorder, would affect my chances of finding a stable career after I graduated college. However, it was the first time in my life I felt in control and confident that I was making the right decision against what everyone else was saying.

I have met a lot of different people along my journey, many who have been silenced by stigma. I felt that not only did I have a story and a message to share, but the confidence and resources to utilize social media to do it. My personal blog eventually led me to HealthyPlace, where my journey continues. In my opinion, social media is a great place to share your experience.

Start your journey here and share your experience, ask a question and/or leave a comment below. I look forward to reading it!

APA Reference
Blum, H. (2017, April 19). My Life with Bipolar: Why I Share the Experience Openly, HealthyPlace. Retrieved on 2024, March 29 from https://www.healthyplace.com/living-with-bipolar-blog/my-life-with-bipolar-why-i-share-the-experience-openly



Author: Hannah Blum

Hannah Blum is the HealthyPlace YouTube bipolar disorder vlogger. Check out her I'm Hannah. I Have Bipolar 2 playlist and subscribe to the HealthyPlace YouTube channel. You can also find Hannah on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Joanna
December, 25 2019 at 6:37 pm

Our son who is only 16 has recently been diagnosed and now in the process of getting on the right meds. He had a relapse episode and its all very hard for his dad and I to accept. He has always been the model child and has never even had a toothache until now. I have to accept the new normal. Our Christian faith is being tested and not everyone is supportive.

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