(Originally posted November 2015) This time of year, I often feel particularly introspective.  2015 is coming to a close, and I can’t help but look back on the past 10 months.  When October hits, I see myself becoming more somber, knowing what the holidays have historically had in store for me.  This year, I’m finding myself… Continue reading

Ironically, it’s still quite embarrassing for me to come forward and talk about particular issues that I’m going through.  Even after everything that I’ve said publicly.  I think I will always be afraid of what people will think.  Thankfully, even though it is in the back of my mind, I rarely let is stop me from being the… Continue reading

Sometimes when you least expect it, you need to take a step back.  Try to figure out what goal it is that you’re looking to achieve.  Really look inside your head and block out all of the outside forces.  I’ll be honest.  Behind the whole “let’s change the world and make it a more tolerant… Continue reading

I hope you will enjoy this sneak peak into my book.  This is a chapter called Stigma.  Again, please be advised that my book was written solely by me and details only my experiences.  Yours may be completely different! Chapter 20 – Stigma January 28, 2014 Opening up about my life and what I have been through for well… Continue reading

As much as I’ve tried to remain positive and focus on the good, I’ve reached a point where I just have to try to be realistic.  I am experiencing a myriad of emotions every day.  There are times when I can put two and two together and know for certain that this or that is… Continue reading

I’ve decided to start taking questions from my readers.  I will do my best to answer any questions you may have about bipolar, writing, marriage, etc.  Just always keep in mind that I am not a licensed professional.  Any answers I give are based on my own personal experiences.  What worked for me, may not… Continue reading

I don’t often make it a practice of displaying reviews for my book on my blog.  I’ve considered adding a section, but have just been too busy to work out the details. However, the other day I was blessed with a review from a man from Liverpool that I just could not ignore.  By the… Continue reading

*Originally posted July 2015* My life has undergone many changes since I started this blog in 2013. Some of them have been devastating and made me feel like throwing in the towel.  Others have been wonderful, positive additions to my life that I continue to be grateful for.  Either way, I know that I am… Continue reading