I'm sick of bipolar dominating my life and don't know how to keep going

Hey @cerseigirl,

It is completely understandable to be feeling the weight of hopelessness right now, especially just after coming out of hospital. Good on you for being so proactive in arranging to see your GP and psychiatrist - it isn't easy to feel motivated to do that when everything is feeling overwhelming.

I hope the Forums can be a space where you can share what you are feeling and feel comforted. We are all sitting with you and sending you our love and care.

Of course, should you feel those thoughts are escalating, please do not hesitate to reach out to a crisis service to get you through (Lifeline 13 11 14; Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467). You deserve all the support you need right now.

Take good care of yourself

Kind regards

Peregrinefalcon

@cerseigirl you are in a crisis situation right now and are trying to grapple with proper decisionmaking while stressed out over your bipolar.

Its understandable. For me I use magnesium oil which calms the nervous system. It will pull me out of a high or a low. Its documented online that its great for bipolar.

You just apply it to your skin like an oil. I can only say in my case that it works when I have been really desperate.

Ancient Minerals or Blants are good brands as they are tested for impurities. I buy mine on ebay.

I hope you feel better soon.

Wishing you well

You're doing the right things. The only thing I would add is to permit as much self-care as possible. I don't know what that is for you but don't hold back. You need and deserve.

I have been using my time here at time to do online Zoom sessions on Bipolar issues, an excellent way to use my time in lockdown.