Tag Archives: Blogging

Bipolar Me- Life so far.

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

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

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- Interview

Earlier this week I had an interview with Allison Coggan, health writer for the Hull Daily Mail (or HDM). I’ve been kind of keeping quiet about it until the interview actually happened. To be honest I was fairly apprehensive about … Continue reading

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Bipolar Me- Why I write

Well, I was asked if my writing helps? The answer is an unequivocal yes. It always allows me to vent, explain and share my experiences of having a front row seat to mental health issues. When I write I am … Continue reading

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Bipolar Me- Treatment and support

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

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- Highs & Lows

Woke up this morning feeling low, agitated and full of angst for no apparent reason. The highs and lows of being bipolar are a pain. It’s like having a Mr Jeykll and Dr Hyde personality. The lows are insular, dark … Continue reading

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Bipolar Me- Dark thoughts

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

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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