In this weeks episode, I discuss thought loops and rumination. I also share some effective tools to use when dealing with obsessive thoughts... stick around till the end for a guided visualization exercise which helps eliminate worries/ intrusive thoughts. Thank you so much for listening and if you like the show, please leave a rating & review! Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manicstateofmindpodcast/ If you have any questions for me email me: [email protected] and I can answer them on the show! Articles I used to research this episode: https://www.bphope.com/bipolar-buzz/stopping-obsessive-thought-loops-bipolar-disorder-management/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/depression-management-techniques/201604/rumination-problem-in-anxiety-and-depression NAMI Helpline: 800-950-6264 National Suicide Hotline: 800-273-8255

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Today I discuss the history and use of lithium and my experience taking it. Email me a question and I’ll answer it during the show: [email protected] Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manicstateofmindpodcast/

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TRIGGER WARNING: I mention suicide in this episode. This week I talk about what a mixed state is, what it feels like and how to take precautions to avoid mixed states in the future. Thank you for listening! National Suicide Hotline: 800-273-8255 NAMI Helpline: 1800-9500-6264 WebMD article I mentioned: https://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/guide/mixed-bipolar-disorder Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manicstateofmindpodcast/ Email me a question about mental health and I’ll answer it on the show: [email protected]

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Hey y’all! This week I spoke about handling the treacherous time of year that is upon us. I share the H.A.L.T acronym and what has worked for me! If you have any questions for me about bipolar disorder or mental health email me to have your question answered on the show. [email protected] Thank you so much for your support! Please rate, review and share with friends and family! 💜 Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/manicstateofmindpodcast/

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In today’s episode I talk about weight gain due to medication and how to cope with it. National Eating Disorders Helpline: 1-800-931-2237 Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manicstateofmindpodcast/

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Today I discuss the importance of asking for help and how it helped me. TRIGGER WARNING: I mention suicide in this episode. NAMI Helpline: 800-950-6264 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1800-273-8255 NIMH Help for Mental Illnesses Page: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml Article about asking for help: https://psychcentral.com/blog/asking-for-help/

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In today’s episode I speak about how I’ve bounced back after tragedy (and manic episodes) and what I learned along the way. I will be taking a break after this episode since it is the season finale. I will be posting review episodes for a few weeks while I write new episodes for Season 2! Thank you so much for joining me on this journey and for supporting this podcast. I appreciate each of you! NAMI Helpline; 800-950-6264

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Today I discuss some stupid stuff I’ve done while having a manic episode and how I move forward. If you enjoyed today’s show please leave a rating and review! Follow the show on instagram @manicstateofmindpodcast and follow me @sky.menhardt NAMI Helpline: 800-950-6264

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In this weeks episode, Sky talks balance and how she has found some in her life. “Happiness is not a matter of intensity, but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.” - Thomas Merton NAMI Helpline: 800-950-6264

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In this weeks episode, Sky discusses why it’s important to be honest about mental illness- especially in relationships. Follow the podcast on Instagram: @manicstateofmindpodcast Follow Sky on Instagram: @sky.menhardt

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