Bipolar Disorder DENIAL - When THEY Deny US - (Part 2)

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[@annetteandersson2270]

0:40 thank you for your videos. It is a brutal diagnos, and we are many who need information and help. ❤️

[@jeffaltier5582]

I'm so lucky that my partner, kids, and friends all know and accept that bipolar is my life. They are very supportive, even when I don't deserve to be treated with compassion. As hard as it is, I have found it better to be open than hide it away. People will either accept you for who you are or they will not. But you have made the effort to start.

[@PolarWarriors]

Those are definitely some treasures to have. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch this video and comment. Stop by the channel again soon!

[@speezygirl7496]

I love that you said "support circle" and not "support system." Words are so important. My sister used to refer to me and our other sisters as her "support system" and it really sounded dehumanizing, like we were cogs and wheels and not people. Like some kind of device she owned instead of being people with our own needs and problems. "Support circle" makes the whole thing sound more reciprocal. Thanks Rob!

[@PolarWarriors]

I appreciate your comment so much! That’s fantastic feedback. I hope you have a peaceful week and please continue to stop by the Channel ❤️☀️☀️

[@breadandpeace447]

I am from Greece, I am in my 20's and recently I have been diagnosed with bipolar type 1 after having severe episodes of mania (I thought that I was a revolutionary:)). Thank you so much for all of your videos, you have been very inspiring figure for me, like a wise friend from afar. I have experienced denial by my father, he could not believe it, he insisted that it was nornal for my age till he saw me bicycling in the rain without shoes for about 7 miles. Then he was convinced. That's my experience, again thanks a lot!

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi bread and peace!! I'm so glad you found Rob's channel! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there, we have a number of European members! Take gentle care! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@OLGALAZINDr]

Hi❤

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[@dgunn2817]

Hey brother thanks for the videos. After I was diagnosed at about 55 I was in denial for about a year until I did a lot of research on KZbin. At one point I thought I was possessed by demons before acceptance. My initial application for SSDI I did not give many information about the bipolar. Ashamed. Once I send them to info I was approved pretty quickly. Lost my career because of it. But everything's better now. Father was schizophrenic so it makes sense. Keep up the great work.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hey there fellow Polar Warrior! I appreciate you taking the time to share some of your experience with the community. I’m really glad to hear that you were finally approved for SSDI. I think it would be a good idea for me to eventually make a video talking about that process, because it has helped so many of us get back on our feet. Take extra good care of yourself and I hope you will continue to stop by the channel. There’s a link in the video description if you’d like to connect or join my private community. - Rob

[@stevestarr6395]

Thank you Robert for addressing this issue. I was first Dx’d with anxiety/Depression by my family Dr after a major panic attack only to find out I had type II Bipolar by a Psychiatrist much later and knew in my heart something else was going on for awhile like periods of anger, anxiety, depression, and a few hypomanic episodes!

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Steve! I’m so glad you found the video helpful. We have a very similar story. I hope you will continue to stop by the Channel take extra good care of yourself! - Rob

[@speezygirl7496]

My family has a history of denial to go with our history of mental illness. But the generation that came of age in the 60s started the tradition of NOT denying. So there's that; but there are some who still treat bipolar disorder as some dark secret we have to keep, or something "private" that no one should know about. We're a cancer family too but cancer is not as "private" as bipolar or ADHD or anxiety issues. The stigma persists. Changing the subject here, going to religion, I feel turning to God for support has helped me cope with my bipolar symptoms. Both to help me from within, and to help. me turn to others for help.

[@stegomon]

I am going to have to join your patrion page!! I need more people in my life that understands what I am going through. Not the whole. Aren't we all a little bi-polar thing

[@PolarWarriors]

I would love to welcome you to our community! We have an amazing group of people and I think you’ll feel very comfortable there. I put a link in the description that will take you to Patreon whenever you’re ready to check it out. I hope you have an awesome weekend and stop by the Channel anytime! - Rob

[@stegomon]

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[@famzl7417]

my daughter for 3 years repeats the same steps for a manic episode, 1 deep depression, 2 apathetic but starting to interact again 3 starts irritability 4 buys and smokes marijuana every day about 3 times 5 starts euphoria and grandiose ideas, mania 6 She collapses and goes back to step 1 and every year, starting in January and March, she is manic, in September she is depressed, and so on... I'm so tired of her denying that she has the disorder and not accepting medication, there is no more friends, he doesn't even have a job and he's extremely intelligent... thanks for the videos

[@remicius974]

Thank you for the another helpfull video.like you said,if the person is important to me,than i will try to put energy into the talk and make them understand me,my feelings,emotions and also i try to understand them,how do they see me.but if the person is not so important to me,than i often just say:i except your thoughts and think what you wanna think about me,iam fine.sorry for my english,but its not my native langauge.Best wishes for everybody

[@PolarWarriors]

Greetings from California! I thank you very much for taking the time to share some of your experience and for watching my videos. I hope you will continue to stop by the channel! There’s a link in the video description if you’d like to join my private community and connect 😊 -Rob

[@ronaldmiller2740]

THANK YOU P.W. FOR YOUR VIDEOS,, THERE VERY HELPFUL,..

[@Lure_Music]

Thanks again for your never ending educational support!

[@kendalltaylor3201]

Youre intelligent, nice, and respecfully direct and to the point. And you do it all with a naturally relaxing background. Thank you very much, sir! People like you make the world a better place.❤

[@PolarWarriors]

I appreciate your kind words, thank you :) :) -Rob www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@KathBorup]

Fantastic video Rob! You bring up so many important points!

[@eg8419]

Thank you for this very important video !!

[@TheSapphireSprit]

My kids either deny my bipolar disorder or panic from it. I just had my first grandchild at the age of 62. My daughter in law prevents me from holding him most of the time. I raised three kids and did very well considering my lack of role models and mental illness.

[@shannonlung1335]

That's so hurtful about your Grandchild.!

[@TheSapphireSprit]

@@shannonlung1335 I appreciate it, thank you. It’s gotten much better since then❤️

[@karenharkovich6915]

How about patient denial? Video on that? Rob you are the best. Thank you

[@Catlily5]

I think he already did a video on that.

[@justinamontgomery2618]

Carbamazepine has changed my husbands life! No manic for 2 years and it does not change who he is! Our whole family is so greatful.....it has been a long 15 years.....I use to think there was no hope but now I have hope again! Hang in there all you warriors! Thanks for your channel!

[@PolarWarriors]

Thank you so much for sharing! It's great to hear from people who are doing stable and doing well. In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there. Take gentle care. Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@erinloo8921]

Very old fashioned drug

[@lynnmcquillan2338]

So glad you’re there 👍🙏👍

[@Shining237]

KZbin has been deleting everyone's comments so I'm not sure this will reach you. Thank-you for everything!!

[@debrasarishvili9923]

Thank you. These videos make me feel so not alone. They are the only support I have for this illness and I thank you for that.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Debra! I'm so glad you found Rob's channel! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there! Take gentle care! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@shirleygiordano7627]

My sister denies my mental illness. It's sad. This is a very important subject for everyone.

[@kristateufel124]

God bless my father, who has changed his mind about my medication and therapy for my bipolar. He is very religious, but because of the love he has for me and the education he has been given …. He is my rock now.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Krista! I'm so happy for you both! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord where we have a lot of loved ones who attend. Ge also has a specific group for partners and family as well. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@kristateufel124]

@@PolarWarriors I did about an hour ago! I’m excited about joining our community that understands what I’m going through… we really are WARRIORS💪🏼

[@marciamartins1992]

I Love your insightfull videos.

[@PolarWarriors]

I really appreciate your kind words! It’s wonderful to know that my videos resonate with you. Thanks for being part of the community! -Rob www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@polt5079]

I am married to Christina she has a mental illnes, and she does not regonize the illnes, she say she ok without the mediacation. When i married her she did not tell that was dignos as bipolar. She went on spending sprees told me not to talk to her parents anout the stuff she bought. I have been married to her for three years. Loving one day the next day she said she wanted a divorce. Meet someone else. I talk to her mom and dad found this had happen 5 times before and they had record of it from 2016-19. But it stared before that she has a dease bipolar. She would not go on her own. Had to get her the help she needed. Filled out the paper work they pick her up and the judge using all her pass history mandated her to a year treatment. She mad at me and will not talk to me at all and i do not have the right to her medical records, but her mom and dad do. They said that when she gets to the point of treatment that she'll reach out us. I have watch some of your videos and all the information is good. She is in denial of the dease.i am the thrid husband, the others just use her. I am tring to deal with all the issues including her job and getting the teatment she needs. I just want her to reconize that this dease not curable andshe needs to deal with it. Her parents are done they inbthete 80s. I love and care about her and i want to protect her from her self. I have ask her to see concelling and pystrics. No way. I can get guardian ship an conservatorship started the paper work. I need doctors medical records been going threw that with dad and mom have power of attorney over her. I will try and get her to watch your vidoes. Her denial makes it hard and her son has lived threw this all his life both parents have the diesaes. My speeling is not so good. I am adhd myself lots of energy, manci but i like myself on down issues. I watch your video on both. Just did not see her dease. Untill i witnees my self and read all the reports that her mom and dad keep. I just 🎉want to help her get back on the right track. And be happy

[@Dindin.838]

Sometimes, when I'm in an agitated hypomania, I firmly believe my husband doesn't believe my diagnosis, but when I take the time to calm down, I often realise that it's me that is telling myself that without any proof. We are sometimes very harsh on our spouses and that is unfair to them. We should try our best not to engage in unnecessary fights.

[@PolarWarriors]

Thank you for sharing your experience and reminding us to be mindful of our actions and words, especially during challenging times. I don't know if he would be receptive but I host a family and partners support group for for Patrons on Zoom. We also have one for people with Bipolar disorder as well. Thanks for watching!! -Rob www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@jbrat1967]

So helpful. Ty

[@suzannaturner299]

My adult son had experienced some of my symptoms but doesn't see the seriousness of my disorder and why I am on disability and "just living off the government".

[@cindiluvohsen4126]

Your videos really help. 🙂

[@PolarWarriors]

I'm so glad!

[@norulesnolimitsjustno-el2088]

Vraylar saved my life

[@lorainelavoy4083]

Love your videos

[@PolarWarriors]

I’m so glad! I really appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to comment. Hope to see more comments from you in the future! If it interests you, I have an amazing private community of people through Patreon. There’s a link in the description if you’d like to join us ❤️☀️ -Rob

[@damidooo]

Good job broo ❤

[@SunshineSweetNatural]

It’s exhausting. I try not to use family as an outlet.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi @SunshineSweetNatural! Thanks so much for taking the time to comment. I know this illness can be incredibly hard to navigate. I'd love to offer any support I can... If it interests you, I have a private community where you can message me directly and network with other people who are going through similar struggles. No pressure of course, but it would be great to have you join us. I'll include a link below: www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors -Rob

[@johnizitchiforalongtime]

Getting bi-polar at 35 - 36 yrs old, late bloomer, just kidding. My ancestors must have been this way.

[@Ziynet.H.O.H.]

Hello everyone

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi!! 🎉🎉❤

[@OLGALAZINDr]

Pay attention to: is your doctor a Pharmacogenic testing" clinician? Treating the bipolar first, very important. Freacking meds reduce our lifespan too. especially the LAMICTAl (lamotrigine) is a disaster on me, at 100mg, every morning, it makes me vomit, most of th etime. Always eat something (have breakfast) first, never take on empty stomach; lamictal is making our necks stiff, causes vomit, and confusion. This med alone shortens my lifespan. Not to talk about the rest; it is sickening. The Lithium has caused one ogf my BP friend's head to swell up beyond measure; that is how she died. Causes heart disease. We should focus more on the deleterious effects of meds we are given by unscrupulously motivated "Pharmacogenic testing" psychiatrists we have.

[@Catlily5]

Meds can be terrible but they can also save lives. Everything is a balance.

[@dang7097]

My priest told me that all I have to do is turn to God 😆!! Just like the story of Job. Job had hecklers that told him the same thing, lol. Crazy!!

[@yvonnejapin6403]

My husband is denial😢😢😢 his mother just told me that he is bipolar

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Yvonne! I'm sorry you're in such a hard spot right now. Denial is really hard for partners and family to deal with. In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord where we have a lot of partners who attend. Ge also has a specific group for partners and family as well. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@yvonnejapin6403]

@@PolarWarriors thank you so much for helping! I love your videos!! Please keep posting!!!

[@BamaRags23]

First one here...

[@PolarWarriors]

Yay!!! thank you so much for taking the time to comment!