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3 Lessons God Taught Me in Managing My Bipolar
Learning to manage my bipolar disorder has shown me that God’s faithfulness will prevail, even in the worst circumstances. These lessons did not come overnight. Through two years of battling severe mood swings, figuring out the right treatment plan, and strengthening my faith in low moments, I am where I am today because of God’s grace.
My Bipolar Disorder and God, The Redeemer of My Story
After being diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder at 18 and descending into a deep depression, I felt like a shell of a person. I dropped out of college, stopped working out, had no job, and was quickly gaining weight. I was desperately grasping for a lifeline, something to calm the fire in my mind, something to live for.
What Not to Say to Someone Struggling With Mental Illness
I’ve recently been trying to be more open about my bipolar disorder; I want to be a voice for those with mental illnesses within the church. It’s a scary endeavour, especially when there are so many misconceptions about the illness.