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You should know that you are not alone. 60 million people worldwide have bipolar disorder, and 1 in 4 people experience some type of mental illness.

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If you care for a loved one who has bipolar disorder, you are what we call a “caregiver.” An important thing you should remember as a caregiver is not to forget to take care of yourself.

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The Power of Advocacy

The Power of Advocacy

When I was first diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder, I was devastated. I couldn’t fully comprehend the complexity of the illness or what it would mean to live with it for the rest of my life. I resisted the diagnosis, avoided medication, and struggled to accept that supporting my mental health would require a profound shift in how I lived day to day.

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The Little Things That Change Everything

The Little Things That Change Everything

 I was nine years old when six-time Olympic medalist Clara Hughes stopped in my town on the final days of her cross-Canada bicycle tour – an initiative with a goal of starting conversations and ending the stigma surrounding mental health. I remember how incredibly excited I was to see those gold medals up close, and how cool it was to stand at the end of my driveway, holding handmade signs and cheering as Clara and her team rode by.

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Own it, then Learn, Fight, Win!

Own it, then Learn, Fight, Win!

WIN – Create a recovery that’s built to last! – build your new life – manage your condition day by day – choose to adopt an ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE in all circumstances, especially when times are hard. Own your condition – then Learn, Fight, and Win!

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