Tag Archives: blog

Bipolar Me- Life so far.

Posted on July 27, 2017 by martinupfold

It’s been at least 3 months or so since I last blogged. My last blog was about how I was discriminated by a potential employer. That situation has still left a bitter taste in my mouth. However despite this I … Continue reading →

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Bipolar Me – Discrimination

Posted on May 12, 2017 by martinupfold

There are many things I am unaccustomed to.  A few of those things is an overwhelming sense and feeling of anger, frustration and injustice. I have been discriminated against on mental health grounds. It does not matter if you are … Continue reading →

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Bipolar Me- Work experience Day One

Posted on July 30, 2016 by martinupfold

This week has been extraordinary . I went on works experience with the Hull Daily Mail [HDM], the local paper in Hull and the East Riding. This came about due to my blogging about photography and my mental health issues. … Continue reading →

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Bipolar Me- Treatment and support

Posted on May 22, 2016 by martinupfold

Now let me be clear on one thing there are people out there in a far worse position than I. I have been very fortunate to have the support of health professionals, charities, friends and family. One thing that you … Continue reading →

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Bipolar Me – Depression

Posted on May 18, 2016 by martinupfold

This was prompted by a message I received late last night asking about depression. Now I don’t just have (I am loathed to use the word suffer) Bipolar but I also have depression. It is not unusual for people in … Continue reading →

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Bipolar Me- Dark thoughts

Posted on May 10, 2016 by martinupfold

Lucy Rose – Don’t you worry.  Please listen to this as you read As I write it is nearly 1.30am. Truly I hate this time of night.  I should be asleep. Should being the operative word.  Unfortunately due to things … Continue reading →

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More Bipolar Me- blogging

Posted on May 5, 2016 by martinupfold

Last night I went to the Sheffield Bloggers Network meet up (@sheffblog follow them on twitter)  and shared a room with like minded individuals, even bumping into friends.  It’s weird when you sit down for a pint, open a blog … Continue reading →

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