We are shadows upon watermoving in unisonan illusion upon an illusiondancing together – Tima Loku I feel a depression setting in. It might be seasonal as the sun becomes less present and I am also becoming less active. I feel everything is related when it comes to the question of what brings about depression. BothContinue reading “Depression Musings”
Author Archives: Tabrapp
“Lost” – Liv’s corner of thoughts
Feelings, thoughts, ideas scattered all around I feel like I want to do one thing and then I change my mind What is it that I’m doing? Is this how life is supposed to be? I have so many questions but no one to answer me Feels like there’s always something I’m looking for whenContinue reading ““Lost” – Liv’s corner of thoughts”
Post-partum Depression
Where do I even begin to explain that experience? I’ve had a child in the past and never had that happen to me, of course I didn’t plan on my son almost dying in my arms either. Christopher I was taken by ambulance to a hospital more equipped to handle the premature birth. On AugustContinue reading “Post-partum Depression”
Battle of the Mind
I want to say, “I love you.” I want to feel your warm embrace And though I crave it today Something inside me feels out of place My mind races with unpredictable thoughts My body tired and extremely weak My thoughts entering like the speed of light My eyes not willing to let me sleepContinue reading “Battle of the Mind”
Why Alcohol?
Dr. Daniel Hall-Flavin, board certified in general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry, is a St. Louis native. He states, “Bipolar disorder and alcohol use disorder, sometimes called alcoholism, often occur together. Although the association between bipolar disorder and alcohol use disorder isn’t clearly understood, these factors likely play a role: • Depression and anxiety. Some people drinkContinue reading “Why Alcohol?”
Hair-Tied Up in Madness
My hair is a prelude to my mental illness,an introduction to the dissatisfaction with stability within me; The first time I ever dyed my hair, I was sixteen,a peak in the development, rather lack thereof;my brain once a high-functioning factory,now a run-down fun house,cracked mirrors replacing every assembly linethat used to cycle through its dailyContinue reading “Hair-Tied Up in Madness”
Self-care not selfish
Something I have found so very difficult to enjoy is anything involving self-care. It is always viewed as selfish to need some time to yourself. I’m not sure how needing to recharge is selfish but there you go. This year has been the first year ever that I have had a decent amount of timeContinue reading “Self-care not selfish”
A light at the end of the tunnel.
It’s been a very strange week. For the most part I’ve felt fairly happy and I am definitely seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. I still feel that one day I’m going to told that I’m not only in the wrong profession but also I’m awful at what I do. No matterContinue reading “A light at the end of the tunnel.”
Poor Hygiene in Bipolar Patients
Poor hygiene can be a sign of self-neglect, which is the inability or unwillingness to attend to one’s personal needs. Poor hygiene often accompanies certain mental or emotional disorders, including severe depression and psychotic disorders. I’ve spoken with 16 bipolar people, which shall remain nameless, that have this dilemma. It’s in the depressed state this task becomes a struggle; however,Continue reading “Poor Hygiene in Bipolar Patients”
Before the Sun comes Up
It’s 6am and I’m already feeling defeated. My night meds for Bipolar knocked me out. Then at 130am I was startled by a whimper from my chihuahua laying with my husband and I. I was completely awake at that point. I laid there thinking I should just get up. Typically, around 4am (my only aloneContinue reading “Before the Sun comes Up”
Girl Interrupted 