10 Common MYTHS About Bipolar Disorder!

[@chadmccoy8032]

I call it my anxious exhaustion. There are days where I can enjoy the mania, motivation, creative ideas and optimism, but there are times when I know the drop is coming and know the next day I’ll call all those great ideas (which really were great ideas) a bunch of BS. Thanks for your videos. Very legitimate.

[@PolarWarriors]

Chad McCoy Thanks for joining the conversation Chad and talking a little bit about what you experience. You are definitely in the right place! I hope you have an awesome new year and stop back by anytime :-)

[@AlisaCarrozza]

Said perfectly

[@anaidherrera]

So true...

[@christinemacmacleod4880]

Something that drives me crazy is watching a tv program or movie and a character has bipolar disorder and the person is evil or the symptoms are just wrong. All it does is perpetuates the myths.

[@4psuche911]

I'm so glad you addressed the euphoric mania myth. I'm always full of irritable rage when I'm hypomanic/manic and those who aren't around me regularly assume that I feel great when I'm like that.. Which couldn't be further from the truth.

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

💯!

[@JanOlafRisnes]

Isn't this just wonderful. Thank you. Always bipolar. Happy, unhappy, flat or nothing. Life goes on.

[@Unicorn-if4kx]

Jan Olaf Risnes : yeah, life goes on, let’s move on 👏👏

[@pblonrongracie]

I was diagnosed at 60. I had been suffering since I was a kid with ADHD. In my twenties, I was diagnosed with major depressive disorder. I never felt right even with the meds. Now that I know what it is, I am getting medication for both. Thank God! What a difference it has made.

[@kristianlehnen7793]

That's incredible, I was misdiagnosed MDD at 19. I remember describing that it felt like I dropped off a cliff emotionally... with no coinciding event to warrant it! As I sit here in hypomania, typing away, there's a part of me that is glad its a lot easier to get help nowadays.

[@JulieSnowstudiojuliesnow3698]

What meds are you taking now?

[@alexisdemontigny6898]

Omg your story is litterally how mine went. I was diagnosed with ADD and ADHD and major depressive disorder and panic attacks and generalized anxiety but I was diagnosed with unknown mood disorder when I was a early teenager too so it's like my doctor didn't want to diagnose me bipolar but now almost 30 I've been diagnosed with bipolar and on antipsychotics and it has helped me so much!!!!

[@grangrampa832]

Wow I wasn’t accurately diagnosed unti 38 they thought I was depressed had dysthymia when they told me it was bipolar disorder I was in the hospital I always knew something wasn’t right and finally I was told by my history I had it since my teens it has taken years of trial and error with the right combination of meds and I was pretty stable until a horrible loss of my husband that triggered a an episode which I’m fighting with now

[@pblonrongracie]

@@grangrampa832 i have bipolar2 as well.

[@BlackHatTy]

The hardest thing for me was understanding that it's a mental illness, not a moral issue. In my experience, bipolar people can say mean things. When you grow with someone like this it can really take a toll, and you never know what a bipolar loved one will say. It took me a long time to not take this personally, but also give myself the distance to avoid getting hurt. I used to call my sister a rabid kitten, meaning she's suffering and needs helps but I can get very hurt if I get too close. These videos are so helpful, learning what not to say or do to make things worse. And never, NEVER insult a bipolar person, confront them or retaliate. It's not your loved one, its an episode.

[@lovemetal2467]

Anger and Rage are what I hold inside the most. I've been a METALHEAD for 22 year's, and I know that Heavy Metal Music found me, not the other way around. Listening to Metal Music allows me to relieve my Anger and Rage in a healthy way, plus, it made me wanna become a Guitarist, and I have been for over 18 year's. Music has always been my biggest out, I release all negative emotions while I Jam. Great Video man. Excellent list. You take care to man.

[@PolarWarriors]

Adam H. That’s so cool! I have actually been to some pretty awesome metal concerts over the years and the energy was just unlike anything else. Music is so important to my overall health really. A very warm welcome to the channel my friend! I actually have a really good video that talks about managing anger and rage because that’s something I’ve struggled with a lot myself. Check that one out when you have time. There are some really good tips there. Rock on 🤘 man! -Rob

[@lovemetal2467]

@@PolarWarriors. Hey, thanks man, I appreciate it. I well definitely check out that video. Later man. Take care.

[@invisibledisaster]

my psychiatrist told me to listen to metal when im angry. it’s interesting

[@Ch3lRae]

Music is my biggest help too!!

[@seankennedy2819]

I was first diagnosed at 23, but I can trace my symptoms back to at least 7 years old. That was around the first time I had what I know now as a psychotic break. I had this overwhelming belief that I was not real, and that reality was just some projection that I was part of. Hard to explain, it was like life had no consequences for me and I was viewing everything happening around me as a passive observer from a dark tunnel and everything was flat and featureless. I totally withdrew from life, friends, school etc and this went on for months at least. Unfortunately I came from a dysfunctional family and my parents weren't particularly aware or concerned about this, so it went unnoticed and untreated. I remember just losing all hope for myself, because if I wasn't real, then nothing really mattered. Not a nice way to grow up, let me say... Anyway, I'm finding your videos really insightful and I have already sent them to a good friend, as you can explain BPD in ways that I struggle to. So thanks!

[@PolarWarriors]

Sean Kennedy That’s really interesting… When I look back on my childhood, I can notice a lot of underlying symptoms that were there also! I was the exact same age when I was diagnosed. I’ve done a lot of reflecting on my life and it’s amazing the things I never knew were a symptom of my bipolar. Thank you so much again for sharing the videos with others. We’re all here to help each other out!

[@user-vb6ky1mo9e]

I had this exact experience around 15-17.

[@TheFubz]

I definitely had symptoms when i was that age.

[@stewarttiley9683]

Thank God; a genuine sufferer! Don't forget-we are real bad asses, getting through this wretched condition every day!

[@monroegirl1]

I was diagnosed at 12 with depression and at 13 bipolar type 2. I stopped taking meds when I was 15 secretly because I felt numbed by them. I definitely experienced some psychosis when I was 19/20 and had a suicide attempt but still refused medication because I was living with a bunch of hippies and just smoked weed all the time (Obviously that helped a lot lol). I also experienced sexual trauma when I was 13 (to no one's knowledge) so I sort of assumed maybe it was just PTSD (even though I have a family history of mood disorders). I was in denial and felt like (still do sometimes) it was all in my head and I was just trying to feel special. Countless relationships didn't help either. Now 27 and I'm finally trying to manage symptoms again. Starting a medicine with a doctor who treats others in my family. I'm seeing things more clearly now and reflecting on my life/experiences and I noticed something about my childhood. I was VERY strange and often times violent. I would chase my older brother with large knives and stab his door and write curse words in crayon all over it. I would cry when I heard certain songs. I was so silly all of the time I actually pushed friends away. I never had a sleepover I didn't end up crying at. What I'm trying to get at is I wish there was more research about signs of bipolar in children. I work with autistic children now.doing ABA therapy and it's funny how much of myself I see in an autism meltdown. I hope someday the research is there to help early prevention the way there is now for autism. Much love to this channel and to everyone sharing their experiences.

[@nicorizzo5402]

I won't lie, I first learned about bipolar when I was a teenager and I saw some dateline special or something like that suggesting britney spears had bipolar. I remember from the way they described it I was like "wow that sounds crazy, I'll never go crazy like that". Then ironically years later I turned out to have it!

[@PolarWarriors]

Nicolette James I did the exact same thing when I heard about Britney Spears. I never thought I would have this kind of empathy or respect for what she’s been through. It’s strange how life works out like that. I’m glad you found my channel :-) -Robert www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

I can definitely relate! I wonder what Spears’ actual diagnosis is. I wish her, and everybody who struggled with mental illness all the best! I remember thinking it was, somehow, a choice to “go crazy” or not. How naive I was! Even though it’s hard to deal with people’s stereotypes, I wouldn’t trade back my bipolar diagnosis, because I am glad I don’t judge people anymore! I see that the brain is a part of the body, and you can’t take your health for granted…that’s for sure! I have learned to manage my disorder, and help others to do so. I’m glad he said that about a state of disorder not being permanent and unchangeable. People who are learning to manage bipolar disorder and thrive possess a lot of insight and strength! Keep spreading awareness. ❤

[@TheKansasfan1]

I really appreciate your candor...it makes me better understand and not feel ashamed of myself

[@kna656]

I'm so glad that after 40 years I finally found a psych doctor who had me level in about six months. I love being stable but it is constant work. For me the stability has come with a three forked plan, the right meds ( which took some time), cognitive work with a trained professional and hard physical exercise, specifically bicycle riding. Of course many other bits and pieces took work to winnow out and deal with but bicycling has been a powerful weapon against depression for me. Going aerobic releases feel good chemicals which can last for hours. Good stuff. It's difficult to look back and see all the destructive paths I took but doing that is just unproductive. I'm stable now and confident that as long as I continue to use my plan I'll remain level.

[@PolarWarriors]

Kerry Aldrich YES!!!! You are so absolutely correct with everything you said and your approach. Meds, therapy, and physical movement are absolute key to my wellness also. I am a huge fan of cycling also and I actually bought a bike just a year ago for the first time in years. I look forward to riding very much. Thank you for taking the time to comment and share what has been successful for you. Welcome to my channel :-) -Robert

[@invisibledisaster]

exercise does make a difference in a manic phase. hard to get out of bed in a depressive phase :(

[@mamas3cubs]

I'm so glad I found your channel, just recently at 61yo. So scared, I look back and now believe I always have been since my 20's. Stigma..... oh yes, very isolating. Besides I was dx. Borderline personality disorder 40 years ago. Hospitalized 14 times, 3 attempts over the years..... need I say more....

[@normacardello3717]

I’ve been pi-polar since I was young and I’m 64 now, listening to these videos rings true in my head and I’m in denial about what’s being said. But pushing on I see how psychiatric care, therapy and meds have shaped and changed my life. I appreciate very much you making these educational videos. I work hard every day at staying leveled off and finding meaning in my life. It’s been a long time and a wild ride but I made it so far and I’m proud of myself. Thanks

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

That’s definitely something to be proud of! I’m with you on that. ❤️‍🩹

[@JillianNoelle]

Your voice comforts me. I love your videos.

[@sharonmendes5272]

THANKYOU FOR THIS DESCRIPTIVE SERIES.....GLAD TO MAKE PUBLIC HOW THIS ILLNESS MAKES ONE FEEL ASHAMED.... YET YOU MAKE ONE FEEL VINDICATED & SUCCESSFUL !!!!

[@stewarttiley9683]

I have a tested IQ of 130, but my lifelong bp1 prevented me from even finishing university. Massive mania then a life long of rapid cycling makes it really difficult to stay with academia. Playing a musical instrument has been my overwhelming coping device. So glad you mentioned hyper sexuality. In bp1 it is massive and very dangerous.

[@sandramcnamara2929]

I love your videos...I am bi-polar 2...I hate it...I've been in depression for 3 months now...the racing thoughts...sleeping 3=4 hours a night...and the worst part is my family could care less to learn why I am like I am

[@PolarWarriors]

sandra mcnamara I really understand. Over the years, I have had to create my own “Bipolar family” outside of some people in my own family. A very warm welcome to my channel :-)

[@charlierenee8396]

I wanted to give some advice here. That has helped me a bit. Instead of saying I am bipolar say I have bipolar. You are not your mental illness you have a mental illness. This helped me when I finally got the right diagnoses to come to terms with it and it helps to fight it.

[@charlierenee8396]

Also I am in the same boat as you no one I know accepts that I have bipolar and if they do they don't show it nor want to learn anything about it. I'm here for you!

[@PolarWarriors]

Mommy Fit absolutely! Someone pointed this out to me after my first few videos. Check out the video where I talk about my life… It talks specifically about how I changed saying that. Thank you for this comment :-)

[@PolarWarriors]

Mommy Fit i’ve had to create my own “Bipolar family” outside of some of my immediate family. I wish we didn’t have to do that, but some people don’t understand or don’t want to believe that “there might be something wrong with someone they love” (basically denial or lack of understanding). You are very welcome here :-)

[@bridgetkennedy-laforest8122]

My Brain and head hurts all the time. The depression is so real. Yes I'm ill all the time. Thank you for this video.

[@PolarWarriors]

Bridget Kennedy-Laforest Sorry to hear that you are struggling like that right now. I hope the video and this channel can provide some relief. You are very welcome here and stop back by anytime :-)

[@reeferseasalt]

💚

[@healthyone100]

i have depression since last october and yes it is real i've been taking meds praying much i'm always scared to go to bed!

[@stefyguereschi]

Thank you for being open and making this video. Your honesty is appreciated, Thank you for sharing

[@PolarWarriors]

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[@stefyguereschi]

Thank

[@AdnanSayeed]

Thank you for mentioning that you experience different kinds of mania. I received my bipolar type 1 diagnosis less than a month ago and I'm still in process of trying to figure out what being manic or hypomanic means in my case. In hindsight, I can see that I've had vert different episodes that fit the criteria of either mania or hypomania. In some episodes I've excelled at work and also produced some of the best poems I've ever written, while in other episodes my racing thoughts have been all over the place and I wasn't able to get anything done.

[@PolarWarriors]

AdnanSayeed I think it is awesome that you are out there searching for answers and trying to learn about your diagnosis! I experience several different types of mania. Some I really like and some just destroy me. The more self-aware I’ve become, the more I can intercept things before they get to that point. It just takes time. Welcome to the channel and stop by anytime :-)

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

@@PolarWarriors. Thanks to you both for helping others learn how to build that awareness. Knowledge is power! 💪❤

[@non-applicable.]

When you mentioned mixed states, I snapped my fingers. Because I have thought that I felt both hypomanic (can't stop talking, very agitated) and very depressed, saying very negative things and "not being myself" so to speak. It makes a lot of sense. Thank you.

[@lisamareepritchard6375]

Thank you for doing these videos. They are so informative, I have Bipolar 1 and was interested to hear you talk about the mixed episodes. I experience mania but a lot of mixed states, they are simply awful

[@jeanpierremichaud6701]

excellent reportage, bravo! from a french canadian bipolar

[@mysicalmae]

Excellent! Just started meds for 1st time a couple days ago. Watched three of your videos and you are right about everything. Thank You very much. Take Care

[@teresasnider5019]

i appreciate your videos so very much. I've denied that I'm bipolar for over 45 yrs. because of the stigma that is attached to it. I've finally accepted the truth and at the age of 62, I am finally getting treatment form a medical professional. It has been very liberating for me. We just can't seem to get the right medications for me as of yet. Under experimentation right now. Thank you so much for your videos. They are helping me tremendously.!

[@PolarWarriors]

Teresa Snider i’m so glad you found my channel and thank you so much for that comment! I have spoken with many people who come from a generation where mental health is a family secret and never discussed or accepted. It’s never too late to start out on this journey and very warm welcome to my channel :-)

[@mamas3cubs]

I'm 61 just dx. 40 years Borderline personality, A.D and Benzodiazepines especially the latter have destroyed my brain and life. Just started a med.... scared of everything, trauma in childhood has played a huge role. My late Dad, I'm sure was Bi Polar, OCD, Anxiety high, Anger, Rage, I'm cut from the same mold.....

[@ianpreston403]

good getting help now understand how you feel hospital twice never got help now I I've feel the system let me down

[@SilverLiningMiner]

I sent this to my siblings. They've seen a lot of shit with me but I know they haven't really understood. I know two of them think I'm making excuses for my actions. I use everything (including these videos from Polar Warriors) in hopes of having just a few days in a row of feeling neutral. I hope it will make them see me in a different light or a more clarified light. Thank you for all your help Robert. All your videos reach me on really deep levels.

[@stramashbeatbox2798]

I have to say how much I appreciate that you do your videos for the most part in one take. Not only does it have a relaxing feeling, helping to set a possibly uneasy crashing mind at rest, but I realise that it must take a good amount of effort for you. Once again, thanks and best of luck :)

[@TheSpogNYC]

People like you make it easier for all who suffer from bipolar disorder or who have a loved one who suffers from bipolar disorder. I don't know you, but from watching some of your videos I think you're probably a humble person. That being said, don't let your humility be so strong that you don't realize how important your videos are and how meaningful your efforts are, and the impact they have on your viewers. Keep up the good work.

[@normahunley459]

Hi there! I love your videos. It took between 15-20 years to be diagnosed bipolar 1. I had severe depression, I could hardly move. At the beginning I was a new single mom of 4. I had many hospitalizations, ECT, and multiple tries to end my life. A few quite serious. They found out about 6 years back that my body metabolizes most medications rapidly. So medications help has been a difficult process. But I bounce around a lot between, manic, hypomanic and depression. Stable moods in between, but it doesn’t seem to last long. Along with bipolar 1I experience ultra rapid recycling and mixed moods. My kids hold all of my previous depression against me. They were young and I understand . I am now 70. I’ve been depressed and fearful since around 4. As a teenager on up I cut myself. They won’t except that I do have bipolar. I’ve sent them some of your very informational videos. I’ve given they pamphlet many times all different ones. My son is a paramedic he ignores it he lives states away. I have no family or friends supporting me. I have my two dogs that are life savors. I invited my three girls to a lecture on bipolar, one came. She says I’m sorry Mama. But they say oh you blame everything on having bipolar. They’re extremely sarcastic and nasty about it. Oh I suppose your bipolar made you do that too.Especially when I spend money and get angry and start texting. I text because they never answer their phones. Texting is dangerous when your manic. Saying thing you’d never say otherwise . So my question is do you have any other videos that could help or suggestions. They think I’m faking because it’s the in thing to be now. If only they realized. It’s not the in thing to be. Sorry for the long text I listen to your videos a lot. Just to feel it’s real and I’m not crazy. I feel like deleting this. This makes me feel very scared. Have a wonderful life. And keep up your fantastic work with videos that reach many people. With or without bipolar They mean a lot. Goodbye now Thank you

[@karijernigan8116]

I absolutely love you. Your so pleasant to listen to. I'm bipolor. This video made me realize I need to get appt. With an physicist to talk with and Change my meds up. Thank you soooooo much.

[@SimplyMeAisha]

I absolutely love this. Keep up the amazing work my friend. I love how people come up with this silly myths about bipolar. Ive been told all these things, even by family and my closes friends.

[@PolarWarriors]

Aisha Ann Sanderson Johnson Awe! Thank you so very much! It really is amazing some of the misconceptions people have about bipolar, or they don't even really know what it is LOL. I saw a documentary where someone was asking people on the street what bipolar disorder was and the answers were ridiculous. I think there was only one or two people that had a concept of what it really is. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment. It's great to network with you on my channel👍☀️ -Robert

[@missy1385]

At least your family still wants you around. You're lucky. There's only 2 people who understand me and how to help me. My blood relatives wrote me off .I am basically a stranger to them and not included in any family functions. So,in my own way my friends became my family.

[@James-fs4rn]

Another helpful post. Thank you!!!

[@corymoreland2053]

I was diagnosed with "mild bipolar" and ADHD in the middle of end of elementary. I was medicated but hated everything to do with meds back then and was more in denial. At 17 I got I to a heated argument at home. walked out with a bookbag left home for over 6 weeks and cut my self off everything cold Turkey knowing all the possible side effects or repercussions. I've been med free other than marijuana for 6 years. Last year I started working rotating shift work at a production plant. I was happy and loved the job at first. then anxiety started to flare up on more than one level . I wasnt sleeping right and struggled to constantly swing my body over. Was getting more irritable and edgy and depressed (worked long hours alone ) then got injured at work, tore my laybrum (connective tissue in your shoulder) got put on gabapentin for pain from the injury. Right there something just snapped in my head and I felt all the years of progress and controlling it got thrown out the window. Started lashing out at people and things ultra fast cycling when previously felt fast cycling, massively deep depression, social anxiety and sounds overlap overwhelm and clog my brain to the point I cant think or do anything and almost shut down. Working on getting re-diagnosed and properly medicated. Problem is while I'm waiting on seeing the specialist in a week I'm seeing different doctors and they keep changing adding or removing meds constantly feel mentally and emotionally disabled at times. Adavan seems to be a life savoir at the moment

[@busterjumper1]

Lived with Bipolar 1 for 40 years. This is the best video we’ve found that explains to the general public what it is like . Thank you SO much. We’ll be sending a link to our loved ones. 🙏

[@vickiyoung6923]

Gday I’m Vicki and I live in Australia I have listened to a few videos of yours and I can say that I’ve enjoyed them i was diagnosed with bipolar two years ago but have had for twenty years or more. I still battle everyday.

[@missigee7028]

Thanks so much for putting yourself out there and giving much-needed information! I really can relate to a lot of what you're saying and it helps me even to know I'm not alone.

[@PolarWarriors]

Missi Gee You are so very welcome and I’m glad you found my channel. You’re absolutely not alone here! Stop back by anytime to learn more with me :-)

[@missigee7028]

I am sharing some of your videos on my FB page. I want to raise public awareness. I feel that, if even one person learns something or benefits in any way, it's worth it. Again, thank you so much. Also, thanks for taking time to respond to my comment!

[@PolarWarriors]

Missi Gee of course!!! Thank you so much for sharing the video! We can all make a difference together :-)

[@missigee7028]

Right on!!!

[@PolarWarriors]

Missi Gee 😊😊😊

[@BethanyB86]

I just discovered your channel! It’s so refreshing to see the myths being busted. I’ve dealt with the stigma since my diagnosis almost 5 years ago. I’m rapid cycling. Before medicine it was almost daily switching between moods. It I hated taking medication for years but I’m giving my doctor control. I’m on a medicine for a year, I stay stable for roughly 6 weeks before switching between mania or depression. The worst is like you said is mixed state. I was 27 when diagnosed. I’m in long term therapy which is helping so much. I’ve been told before that it was “all in my head” it’s so much more than that! Thank you so much!

[@ryanchoi2013]

Having a rough day. Really needed something to watch and your vids help a lot Rob. Thank you thank you thank you.

[@PolarWarriors]

Ryan Choi i'm sorry you are having a rough day Ryan. I have many of those myself. In fact I'm not feeling the greatest as we speak. I'm just trying my best to wait for it to pass and take good care of myself. I hope you do the same my friend.😊☀️

[@reshenewells3649]

Thank you so much Rob for your videos you should write books about this I been struggling with bipolar for twenty years I be learn more from your video than from twenty seven years dealing with doctors I've even recommend your video to my shrink you know more thanshe does you can are truly the voice of the bipolar community

[@reeferseasalt]

Honestly, we bipolars have NO BUSINESS using drugs and alcohol unless we want to suffer.

[@jcrawford7561]

SAY IT LOUDER!!!!!!!

[@valerietheuns5535]

That's just like your opinion dude. And doesn't the same go for neurotypical people? Like I have heard so many people complain about alcahol hangovers and the ones you get from hard drugs are even worse. Like weed it the only one that has mild side effect which I consider to even be positive but am worried about because sometimes triggers me. (I dont know a lot about this yet... I don't have a diagnosis yet. Right now I have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD twice, but they always said I had too complex problems and my most recent psychiatrist suspects that I'm bipolar, but wants to have more convos before giving me an official diagnoses of anything).

[@mhhmh3693]

It’s the same for everybody, not only bipolar people.

[@valerietheuns5535]

@@mhhmh3693 I guess since it alters your mental state it might be worse for people with mental health issues?

[@xxaidanxxsniperz6404]

Shrooms and lsd may be beneficial for bipolar disorder but if you are type 1 they can send you into psychosis.

[@debrahnixon8765]

Thank you for your excellent videos! I channeled my hypomania into writing two books. The first of which - One Green Bottle published my Modjaji Press in Cape Town (and available on Amazon) - is based on my experiences in Psychiatric Institutions. Like yourself I was also driven by wanting to help others with Bipolar disorder

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi! Thank you for your kind words! I would love to hear your experiences of publishing your own book. My email is [e-mail]. I'm on holidays for a week. Take care 🤗🙏🌞 - Rob For additional content consider joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@walrusmcgee]

I have panic attacks about every day and stay up for days sometimes

[@TravelinRosy2025]

ohcyrus me2

[@kimberly7558]

☑️

[@fleshhammer656]

Fortunately, allot of these symptoms I experience have calmed down with sleep regularity. I have to take melatonin and 5-htp to fall asleep, but that's helped get my insomnia under control. But I've also had the days on end without sleeping and no stimulants to make it happen. Hope you get better, pulling for ya

[@kimberly7558]

Honestly I haven't found anything that has helped. But I'm not going to give up no way ! I'm just going to ride that wave back to shore ...I know it's going to get better.

[@fleshhammer656]

It's awesome you say just ride the wave, my friend gave me a mantra to run through my mind, I'll speak it out loud to give better effect. Just let it go, go with the flow, ride the wave. I use all kinds of tools to try my best to calm down.

[@PlonkD71]

Thank you, thank you, thank you ❤️

[@Teddietonbear23]

Up down up down,it drives me mad, one day I am good the next day don't want to get out of bed . Talk to people like shit ,then the next time I see them I'm nice wtf , people think I'm mad half the time ❤️🙏🏻❤️, all what you say is me by far so true ,hopeless and then good !!

[@PolarWarriors]

Clarebear1973 Cooper If you cycle really fast like that, you might be experiencing what is called rapid cycling. That is what I struggle with and it can be so hard to stay consistent with my work, school, relationships, everything. I have a video that talks about rapid cycling. Check that one out if you get a chance and a very warm welcome to my channel :-)

[@Teddietonbear23]

Polar Warriors ,thank you so much ❤️🙏🏻❤️

[@PolarWarriors]

Clarebear1973 Cooper you are very welcome :-)

[@mikewestendorf2833]

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[@luca6394]

You have no idea how much this channel means to me. Thank you so much for making these videos. You’ve always made me feel less alone and more comfortable with my “issues”.

[@PolarWarriors]

I'm so glad that Rob's videos have made such a huge difference in your life and that you feel less alone now. If you aren't already a patron, please consider joining and supporting Rob in what he does with Polar Warriors. He posts exclusive content there and is available to reply to direct messages through that platform. Polar Warriors is supported entirely by viewer donations. If you aren't able to join no worries. We so appreciate you following his channel and commenting! I hope you're having a wonderful weekend! I'll include the Patreon link so you can check things out. -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member) www.Patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@theresasmit739]

I want to thank you for this, my family don't believe that I have a mental disorder I just needed to hear this again.

[@PolarWarriors]

A very warm welcome to Polar Warriors! If you need to reach out to me, I'm here to help. There's a link below where you can message me directly and confidentially. PATREON: www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors Take extra good care of yourself this week. -Rob

[@taramyers9799]

I am subscribed to your channel because from listening to you, I know you live in this storm that I call never-neverland and I have grown to trust you. I haven’t been able to watch all of your videos but wondered if you had done any on actually being bi-polar but not accepting diagnosis because you never had manic energy or fit any of those descriptions however, when I call “turn for the worse or left field” (usually starting in Dec-April or sometime within these months) I get extremely sensitive toward details and I find much more meaning in basic things that normal people do. Sort of hidden meanings but as I research them (which I will spend at least a week doing) I find meaning. My husband says I’m very paranoid and to a degree that’s true but I honestly have reason for most times. I completely withdraw st these times from friends, my phone, games or anything that makes me “scared” that maybe I can’t explain myself or I don’t want to use my brain to think about something else having a meaning that I don’t know. I can’t even pay bills online if there’s terms and agreement because it’s just too much and I never agree with the terms anyway. It’s exhausting and I tell myself there’s nothing to worry about and that it’s me but I eve it starts, I just can stop. After a few weeks or couple months, my head starts clearing out and I start feeling “normal” again but I have to take baby steps in planning, cleaning or whatever until I’m up to my normal speed of things. It’s gotten so bad that my husband has to give me a recommendation when he leaves for work like just wash two loads of laundry and exercise because that’s about all my brain can handle. Is this bi-polar?????

[@tapiadelores925]

You have helped me so much I have been watching your videos I just ended a 7yr relationship that was so up and down we just found out I was bipolar 3yrs ago and he felt I was lying or I just didn't wanna go anywhere I couldn't go to store I was I am very emotional a lot and scared of so much things

[@denismakarets3931]

If you are not reading what you are talking I would say that you current emotional state is very close to hypomania: the speach is so logical and systematic, there is no emm...or ooohh..., this little smile expressing enjoyment of the process and this sparkl in your eyes... I wish I could be in this state of mind for the rest of my life... anyway, you direct your energy to the right things, Warrior! Will watch all of your videos and sorry for my grammar )

[@samanthahartley7699]

I've been watching your videos back to back and I love the way you describe Bipolar Disorder. You break it down so it's simple enough for everyone to understand what's going on whether you're the one with it or a family member who cares about it. Your videos are great, and I just wanted to thank you for making them.

[@PolarWarriors]

You are so kind Samantha! Thanks for taking the time to say such kind things and interact with my channel. My goal is to help as many people as I possibly can and making this channel has been HUGE for my own therapy. A warm welcome to my channel and stop by anytime! =) -Rob Whittaker

[@sheilasurgeoner5784]

Thank you for your program. 😊

[@user-lq2xo8eq3p]

Polar Warriors is the freshest info on the net on this issue. Spot on. I'm 52, and I confirm this is the most sadistic disease I've ever encountered. Perhaps today is the first day of the rest of my life. 😮

[@PolarWarriors]

Welcome!!! We have a great community on this channel! We also have one on Patreon. Rob offers one on one support and has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. There may also be in person support groups in your area! Peer support is an important part of treatment. Take gentle care! Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@sarahsmile2883]

I hate that people use the term "bi polar" to insult someone who has mood swings even if they don't have bi polar disorder. It's just rude. Lol. Great video friend!! Keep up the good work. 🤓

[@sarahsmile2883]

Also my mania is me just being really pissed off and angry for no reason whatsoever for days. Yeah I wish I got super creative or something but I just hate everyone 🤷‍♀️

[@jimschrader9507]

thanks for this information! - Jim

[@j.murray4939]

One panic attack after another can't sleep for days ... These are so well written it shows your intelligence. Thanks. I think there may be something Behind the PTSD Bipolar link.

[@PolarWarriors]

J. Murray Panic attacks are my worst nightmare. I really feel for you big time. Thank you so much for the kind words and a very warm welcome to my channel. I hope you will continue to stop back by 😊

[@jenniferbate-mz3yl]

I know this sounds sad but I feel like you’re the only person who understands me.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Jennifer, Rob offers one on one support on Patreon if you are interested. He also posts more personal information about his day to day struggles like his recent hospital stay. Take gentle care! 🙏 Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@freddiereed6208]

I was 15 when i was first diagnosed with bipolar i recall going to Omaha for testing and going from doctor to doctor from med to med for the past 29yrs now and I'm still learning new things just stumbled upon your videos recently and really enjoy listening to what you have to say i share all the videos i watch of yours too my Facebook page

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi, Rob offers one on one support on Patreon if you are interested. He also posts more personal information about his day to day struggles like his recent hospital stay. Take gentle care! 🙏 Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@fati3m574]

Grate explaination 👍

[@jenwright92]

Thank you for taking the time to make these videos for us

[@PolarWarriors]

So nice of you Jen!

[@shannonlung1335]

Thank God for you Rob.

[@alliedwolf]

I had to watch your video twice, when it ended I couldn't remember what I had just listened to. Silly distractiona. Worth the watch though. Thanks.

[@PolarWarriors]

Chris Hall I have to do that all the time with videos LOL. Especially when I am manic. Not the easiest time to focus on something. If you ever have a hard time with a video, just come back again later so you can benefit from it 😊

[@leslieallen1989]

Just found your channel by accident and I really like it. There’s some really down to earth information given for people who are not educated to have an opportunity to understand the reality of what it is to be bipolar. I wanted to comment about hypo mania and full blown mania and how I feel when I’m headed into this state. When I was younger; I was the happy; energetic and funny person when I was swinging up. Being on this end felt amazing and I really liked this place; so did those people around me. As I grew older this changed and swinging up involves agitation; being argumentative and then bursts of anger. It’s actually physically and emotionally painful for me to be swinging up. My beast is living with mixed state and sometimes rapid cycling. This is a very hard combination for me to live with and extremely hard for those around me as well; especially if they’ve never seen the beast escape from its cell before. I’ve been working so hard for approximately 25 years to tame & control the beast and now it’s very hard for people who I have developed relationships with who have never seen this happen to understand that it was there all along and I didn’t suddenly become the negative energy they see. I’m sure everyone knows what it’s like to grow up with this since many people who are close with just leave and after recovery from the cycle there’s a whole new batch of friends that are going to do the same thing even if everything was being managed well for a long period of time and then suddenly reappears. After awhile you get used to it but this pain of the come & go cycle of close friends never truly leaves.

[@catcowmedia9032]

Love you bro. I've watched about 10 of your videos and they all have been great. I appreciate you taking the time.

[@PolarWarriors]

So glad to hear you're finding Rob's videos to be so helpful! Always great to hear positive feedback! :) If you'd like to support Rob in what he does with Polar Warriors I'd encourage you to consider joining him on Patreon. He posts exclusive content there, is reachable via private message and there is also a wonderful little support community in the community section. I'll include the link so you can check it out! :) I hope you have a wonderful rest of your week! -Rachel (Polar Warriors Team Member) www.Patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@grangrampa832]

Love everything you say I’m bipolar 1 and I wish my family could really understand the illness thank you 😘

[@vanessacazares9517]

good to know I'm not alone there's others like me

[@johnnysalter7072]

Thanks for your videos. I've learned more about BP from you in 2 months than I have in the past 35 years.

[@PolarWarriors]

That is awesome!

[@mbraz01]

Thank you for what you do

[@xChrisx9000xMW2x]

I agree to all this. You totally understand like seriously it’s cool.

[@PolarWarriors]

Chris Brooks it feels really good to not be alone doesn’t it! I’m glad you found my channel Chris and stop by anytime.😊 -Robert www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@gabrielballkid8121]

Thank you so much. It's nice to know you are not alone. And I'm able too help my love ones to understand more about it. I'm changing my whole style of living and I'm feeling better. God bless you.

[@PolarWarriors]

You are so welcome!

[@christinagail1]

Thank you so much for being so transparent and and sharing with us. My husband is bipolar and I’m trying to lean as much as I can to better support him however I feel like im going insane in the process. Can you suggest something to help me lean how to not take this so personally from him? I feel like I’m losing myself trying to understand him. Thank you for any support you can give!

[@AncientEnergyEyesOpen]

Really hard to wrap your brain around it....wow. dealing with that rage mania in my spouse. Its so intense. So intense that im having a hard time keeping myself from raging.

[@joymacasero8937]

verywell explain thanks so much

[@PolarWarriors]

You are most welcome Joy =) Stop by my channel anytime! -Rob

[@roztrevelyan7216]

I was diagnosed two years ago after twenty five years of being diagnosed as depressive.I wish it had of been recognised earlier but maybe I wasn't ready to face it anyway.I'm bipolar 1 I take a combination of meds that control most but not all.I've had to change parts of my life..mindfulness helps getting enough sleep and the belief I can manage .

[@tracywest2065]

Thank you again for what u do

[@PolarWarriors]

You are most welcome 🤗

[@Lynniepinnie-jr7lb]

Great content .. it’s been 3 months into zero meds…likely they were t working g for 3 years best I can map out. It almost ruined us!!! But I’m o to him now and refocused my efforts!!

[@mycagalvan4351]

I was just Diagnosed @30 and it’s mind blowing that all of my symptoms were there since I was 7 years old as I remember!

[@PolarWarriors]

I can totally relate! I was diagnosed at 41. I was in denial for a long time because this is how I've always been, this was just me or so I thought. I also have a lot of family members with Bipolar so I really thought I just learned all of this. Thanks for sharing! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member Rob: I really need your help to keep a good thing going here... PLEASE consider supporting Polar Warriors work on Patreon. Even just $1 a month makes a huge difference. Thank you so much

[@gordonbobby1]

Another great video. Thank you so much. Hope to share this with my family

[@PolarWarriors]

Bobby Gordon THANK YOU brother!!! Lots more to come 😊😊

[@loveabullinny]

Thank you. This helps me help my brother

[@mikefeist8562]

My 2nd watch. Great work!

[@8teillumin]

I’m being reviewed at 45 for Cyclothymia and now recognise that I started at about 8 yrs old with low moods and happy highs …. As it was all very gentle I’ve sun consciously learnt to cope very well and it’s only been in my middle 30’s and into my 40’s that it’s started to become a “problem”… I’ve had 3 massive breakdowns with depression all occurring in 5 year cycles…. I’m still little old me and I say now after 4 months since the last collapse that I HAVE bipolar and and NOT bipolar…. It’s just a things and when I’m a bit hyper People bounce to me like moths to a flame.. sadly it’s when I collapse that I loose people and things and forget my other halves needs even if I’m desperately trying to… Well im controlling things for now let’s all see what our futures bring..

[@mariarooney6262]

Thank you so much.

[@Worldslaziestninjadave]

Thank you for sharing all your insight. I couldn't help but think on point 2 "yeah it is all in our heads, technically". Lol

[@moniques9273]

Thanks for your video, it feels comforting to find others sharing their experiences. I have been suffering from bipolar disorder for 40 years. I thought I had enough experience to be able to put a stop to mania getting too high, which usually leads to a relapse with psychotic episodes but 5 months ago it happened and I did not even notice it was happening to me and ended up in hospital. I thought I was finally in control but alas it now felt as though I was back to square one. So be wary dont get over confident and if family tell you need extra help from the psychiatrist pay attention to them as you can avoid lots of hardship if you can nip it in the bud.

[@PolarWarriors]

Monique S that is a wonderful comment and there is so much wisdom in what you said! Thank you so much for becoming a part of my channel and I hope you will continue to stop back by :-)

[@MarketMarketing]

Another good one Polar Warriors. Glad you are still uploading videos!!!

[@PolarWarriors]

MarketMarketing it's my pleasure! I'm so happy you enjoyed it. If you ever have any suggestions for a video or feedback, please let me know😊👍

[@historicalfashionpassion]

You’ve hit the nail on the head in this post....my mother used to say it is a load of rubbish and a fashionable condition,....she told me this when I had my nervous breakdown and couldn’t get out of bed for 3 months.....I didn’t get diagnosed until I was 45 even though I’d been in and out of psychology and counselling for most of my adult life.....and a lot of my mania is hyper irritability, anger and distress....I was starting to get a real drinking problem!..........I wish I could have had my tablets when I was 20...... NO AMOUNT OF COUNSELLING CURES BIPOLAR......YOU HAVE TO GET MEDS!........my family and I would have had a different life!

[@PolarWarriors]

Unfortunately, there is no cure but treatment is multi-faceted, a combo of medication and counselling but also peer support, self-care etc. Thank you for sharing! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds Rob: I really need your help to keep a good thing going here... PLEASE consider supporting Polar Warriors work on Patreon. Even just $1 a month makes a huge difference. Thank you so much

[@shiningstar4486]

Ty for shareing you said eactly truth ty

[@deborahroderick9541]

Mixed states my mind shuts down. I am pretty much resistant to treatment so I never feel normal 31 yrs with this illnes.

[@PolarWarriors]

deborah Roderick I am extremely sensitive to medications also. It took so many years to find just a microdose of basic medications that help. The rest I have to do through lifestyle changes and self-awareness. It’s definitely not easy and that’s what makes us “polar warriors”. Mixed states are my worst nightmare. I really hope my videos are helpful and stop back by anytime :-)

[@noname1141]

I truly believe I've been misdiagnosed. I don't think I have just Depression because I've spent the last hour watching a lot of your videos and I have never related to something to deeply.

[@PolarWarriors]

moriartysvillain I’m so glad the videos are helping! I was diagnosed with general depression for many years before that changed. A lot of us only talk about the depression when we go see a doctor because it is the most noticeable or disruptive symptom in our lives. Being misdiagnosed is extremely common, so don’t worry about it too much. There is a video I have that talks about the 10 signs of bipolar disorder, and here is what I would suggest doing: Go through the video and write down all of the symptoms you experience, how often they happen, and how strong they get on a scale of 1 to 10. This information will be incredibly helpful to prevent a misdiagnosis and help a doctor see the patterns of what you go through. I know it can be hard enough for us to even describe how we feel, much less a doctor that just sees us for 30 minutes. I also started a series called “faces of bipolar disorder” which starts out talking about diagnosis. There’s a lot of good information there, so maybe consider checking those out if you have time :-)

[@noname1141]

Polar Warriors Thank you; I will definitely do that. And I have indeed watched the faces of bipolar and I can extremely relate to the Rapid Cycler one--which I believe you said yourself you were that one? If I'm not wrong, but yeah, depression is the only one my therapist seems to just wanna talk about when I've told her how I have these rapid thoughts and sometimes I can't stop thinking about....well....sexual thoughts and oh gosh, that's probably the worst I think because I'll feel really hyper and way too confident that if I think about it now, I get impulsive too....I don't know if that's just me or if that's a problem too, but it'll last an hour or even less and then I'm somehow back to just feeling "nothing" for a while again. Is this normal with you too?

[@dillonrazor5056]

I have bipolar 1. This guy is on point!

[@tapiadelores925]

Thank you

[@kathleenweber1595]

I have bi-polar 2 ! I have never liked myself! Always wanted to be someone else! Still do not like myself! 71 years old!

[@Glotglot]

Bipolar mania is quite the libido adjuster. I've been too active, sexually, since I was about 9. Now at 56 I have absolutely NO desire. I always just thought that other women were just prudes, I didn't know that I was the different one. And now? I don't even have random thoughts about sex. Regarding meds? In addition to Bipolar type 2 w psychotic features, I take a lot of pain medication for my back... together, I take 22 pills a day. And still... I sit here in my jammies on any day I have no appointments.

[@grammyd8361]

@Dorothy Worrall The libido thing that you are speaking of, is normal for women who go through menopause or have had a hysterectomy at a early age. I stopped having the desire about 55 or so and just never got it back. It also is effected by medication for depression and bipolar. You are ok and normal but if it is effecting your personal life, go see a OBGYN Dr. I am single for over 15 yrs and I am just not looking for that anymore. I'm through with my career, raised my family and now is my time to enjoy the things I love and our age, the men are searching for a nurse, maid and a cook, a momma! If they want more, that is readily available! So, I enjoy my freedom and my girlfriends. Just saying, don't let it get to you. Life can still be wonderful. 😊

[@Teddietonbear23]

❤️🙏🏻❤️ felt really crap this week , felt like ending it all, just had enough, so confused about life, felt lost big time 😪😪

[@PolarWarriors]

Clarebear1973 Cooper I’m so sorry you are struggling like that right now. Try to be very gentle with yourself until the symptoms pass. If you have access to a doctor, please mention how you are feeling. Stop by my channel anytime.

[@sonjasauerman8433]

I am so thankful for Polar Warriors, because at the age of 65, I finally understand my deceased husband's and my son's Bipolar Disorder. What is described, is identical to experiences I had with both. I just wish I knew more when my husband was still alive.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Sonja, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I'm glad that you still have your son and I hope what you're learning now is helpful with him. I'm glad you discovered Polar Warriors. Thank you for taking the time to comment and share with us. -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member)

[@sonjasauerman8433]

@@PolarWarriors believe me, scales have fallen from my eyes. Thank you.

[@Spudcracker]

Thank you @polarwarriors for helping me

[@ConoceUnAngel]

Wow another fantastic video 😇 love it

[@PolarWarriors]

Conoce Un Angel Thank you Angel!!!!!

[@kristateufel124]

I remember when I was little little I would have these crying spells and feeling panic only at 7 or 8. At 16 is when I started showing signs of mania. Wouldn’t sleep for days/nights. Would engage in super risky sexual behavior, but Thankfully , at 18, I was diagnosed with Bipolar. I’m 32 now, and I still struggle. But it is getting better. You HAVE to find the right dr and therapist, and stay on meds, I know it’s hard! It’s a life long struggle though I’ll tell you that. So #9 is the one that definitely rings a bell to me,

[@rod6927]

This was great I will be sharing this with family and friends..

[@PolarWarriors]

Rodney Lawrence Right on Rodney! Thank you so much brother. It really means a lot to me that you would share the video and I hope it helps someone you share it with. How are you feeling this weekend? Hopefully you are enjoying the changing of the seasons and feeling well. Thank you for connecting with my channel and subscribing. I really appreciate it. 😊👍👍👍

[@rod6927]

It helps a lot my bother... I'm bipolar and i wish this knowledge were more available when i was a kid but I'm soo glad it's being put out there now..

[@PolarWarriors]

Rodney Lawrence Absolutely! I lost my dad when I was 18 and he was only 50. He was undiagnosed and it would've made a world of difference if he knew what was going on or the rest of the family. I'm really grateful we are in the information age in a lot of ways. I really like helping other people and I am not working more and more with others who are making videos. It is so cool to see people getting information out there for sure. I hope you're having a great start to your week so far Rodney!

[@donnamarie6149]

Thank God for your videos

[@damiengonterman9616]

I started experiencing my bipolar disorder at around 5th grade, which is when I started getting mania but the depression lasted all through my childhood. It progressively got worse as you said and I started abusing alcohol when I was 14 but it got much worse my freshman year of highschool. One time when I was manic I got the bright idea to jam a paperclip in an electrical socket and I was lucky that all i got out of it was a burn on my hand from where the clip heated up. By age 15 I was abusing pills and by 18 I was finally diagnosed. Things have been better since starting my medication but I am still haunted by the things ive done in my past. I jumped in front of a car going about 25 mph because I wanted to test if I was invincible. I played Russian roulette by myself but I luckily got bored after two trigger pulls. Ive only ever had unprotected sex and ive been between several partners. I've caused tons of property damage and countless amounts of damage to my own body. Ive had aggressive outbursts at people over meaningless things such as my brother telling me to help with laundry when I was busy dancing in the kitchen. I went on a mania fueled adventure with my bipolar dad on one fourth of July which culminated in us fighting for the hell of it in the street and firing a gun in a neighborhood and fleeing before the cops got there. One day in class I decided to throw my chair. Its amazing how I can see all this stuff I've done and still doubt my condition.

[@themonkeykingkaiser]

YOu described the mixed states which I didn't have a word for and man I know exactly what that is. I hate it, I can't tell if im happy or want to die

[@PolarWarriors]

Doomsy I really feel for you… Mixed states are some of the worst for me also. Seriously not a fun side of bipolar disorder. I’m so glad my channel is helping and stop by anytime :-)