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From Our Blog
Joy Without the High: Thriving in Euthymia
Living in remission from bipolar disorder doesn’t mean the worry disappears, but it does mean there’s room for peace, purpose, and joy. In this reflective piece, Lexie Manion shares what it’s like to navigate stability after years of struggle, while staying mindful of her mental health. With honesty and hope, she shows how healing is both a practice and a promise she keeps to herself, day by day.
By Lexie Manion
The Enemy Between My Ears
Living with bipolar disorder can feel like an internal war—one waged in silence, confusion, and exhaustion. In this haunting and powerful poem, Tom Luker gives voice to the shadowy presence of self-doubt and despair, while also illuminating the quiet resilience that refuses to disappear.
By Tom Luker
Turning Regret into Fuel for Change
Living with bipolar disorder can leave behind questions, regrets, and moments that are hard to face. In this reflective piece, Matthew explores how shame and acceptance can coexist, and how painful experiences have helped shape a more grounded, authentic self.
By Matthew Palmieri
Talking About Bipolar Disorder as a Family: Raising Emotionally Aware Kids in a Bipolar Household (Part Two)
Living with bipolar disorder often means balancing stability with unpredictability—especially when raising children. Part two of this two-part series features Melissa interviewing her spouse and explores the emotional complexities that come with navigating mental illness as a family.
By Melissa Howard
Talking About Bipolar Disorder as a Family: Raising Emotionally Aware Kids in a Bipolar Household (Part One)
Living with bipolar disorder often means balancing stability with unpredictability—especially when raising children. Part one of this two-part series explores the emotional complexity, intentional parenting, and honest conversations that define life in a family shaped by mental illness.
By Melissa Howard
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