By Stephen Propst To prevent getting lost in our bipolar disorder, we need to evaluate who we really are, or our true “self.” This can be done by focusing on self-awareness, among other factors. It took me years of living with bipolar before I arrived at a life-changing conclusion: If I want to gain the upper hand […]
By Stephen Propst A frequent frustration I hear is, “I’m not happy with my psychiatrist.” Battling bipolar without having a great doctor on your team is not only discouraging but also unhealthy. Do you feel that your psychiatrist is just a pill prescriber who gives orders, dwells on your disability, focuses mainly on symptoms, and does […]
By Stephen Propst Living with bipolar can be a challenge. Staying on top of it requires continuous vigilance — along with faith and hope. It’s hard to believe that “Mind Over Mood” has been around for 10 years, appearing in every issue of bp Magazine except the first. Equally unbelievable is my just turning 50! I never thought […]
By Stephen Propst Choosing your words carefully can strengthen relationships, fuel recovery, and make for a better quality of life for everyone. You may think that talk is cheap. But, when words are used thoughtlessly, carelessly, or hurtfully, they can take a heavy toll. Like an arrow, “wrong” words can be sharp, piercing a person’s spirit, […]
By Stephen Propst Brain illnesses don’t elicit the same level of empathy as does an injured hand — sometimes not even from those who know what you’re facing. Recently, due to an injury, my right hand was immobilized for six weeks. But for years I’ve felt that my head has been similarly immobilized (at least at […]
By Stephen Propst We all know how our anxiety can create endless questions we think we don’t have answers to, but we have them! In the support groups I facilitate, “questionable” statements are often made. Asking appropriate questions helps elaborate upon what was said. The process can be educational, empowering, and enlightening. Here’s a typical scenario: […]
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