The Upside of Bipolar: Conversations on the Road to Wellness

EP 62: Resilience in Marriage: Sue Best on Supporting a Partner with Bipolar Disorder


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Episode Highlight:
After years of navigating the complex intersection of marriage and mental health, Sue Best shares her deeply personal journey of supporting her husband, Travis, through his bipolar disorder recovery. In this heartfelt conversation, Sue opens up about the emotional challenges, pivotal moments of growth, and the resilience required to maintain stability in the face of adversity. This episode offers practical insights and hope for those navigating similar struggles, emphasizing the importance of community, communication, and self-care.

Topics Covered in This Episode:

  • Balancing Roles: Sue’s experience as both a caregiver and a partner while supporting her husband’s mental health journey.
  • The Impact on Family: Reflections on ensuring her children’s well-being and fostering emotional resilience within her family.
  • Boundaries and Self-Care: The importance of setting healthy boundaries and prioritizing personal well-being to maintain stability in challenging situations.
  • The Power of Support: How therapy, faith, and community became vital pillars of resilience and healing for her family.
  • Parenting with Empathy: Teaching children about boundaries, emotional intelligence, and responsibility to empower them for future growth.
  • Lessons from Loved Ones: Life-changing advice from friends and humbling lessons learned through her children’s perspectives.

Sue’s story is a powerful reminder of the strength in vulnerability and the hope that can be found in the support of a compassionate community. Whether you’re navigating similar challenges or seeking to better understand the dynamics of mental health within relationships, this episode offers inspiration, tools, and connection.

Tune in to this impactful episode and discover how resilience, love, and support can transform even the most difficult circumstances.

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