#bipolarlife — Public Fediverse posts

When I’m overwhelmed, I imagine I’m talking to my 5-year-old self. I wouldn't yell at a scared kid, so I won't yell at myself. "It's okay. We will get through this." 🧸 #InnerChild #SelfSoothing #BipolarLife

Read today’s Club post: https://open.substack.com/pub/speakingbipolar/p/speak-softly-to-the-scared-kid-inside?r=y4fp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

I look back at some of my manic episodes and cringe.
Then I remember: I was sick.
I wouldn't judge myself for vomiting during the flu, so I won't judge myself for symptoms of bipolar.
It’s time to forgive me. ❤️
#Forgiveness #BipolarAwareness #NoShame

Daily mindset inspiration for #BipolarLife: https://open.substack.com/pub/speakingbipolar/p/forgive-yourself-for-what-happened?r=y4fp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

I realized I stay up late just to reclaim my time.
But I’m stealing energy from tomorrow.
I deserve rest more than I deserve scrolling. 📱

#BedtimeProcrastination #SelfDiscipline #Rest #BipolarLife

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Read more: https://open.substack.com/pub/speakingbipolar/p/overcome-revenge-bedtime-procrastination?r=y4fp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

I can’t just switch off like a robot.
I need a wind-down routine to signal safety to my nervous system.
Low lights, reading fiction, and then bed. 📖
#BedtimeRoutine #SelfCare #SleepHygiene #BipolarLife

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