bipolar spectrum

bipolar spectrum

The many faces of manic depression.

Forgive My Lack of Introduction

To be honest with you I was scared at first to reveal my name, simply because I wanted to speak freely and openly on my blog. And it is of a sensitive nature that may have some negative ramifications in my personal life if all is found out. I have decided that sharing my journey is more important, and I hope it has a larger impact on people if they know that a real person is behind it. A person just like many of you who are experiencing the highs and lows (that can at times lead to psychotic episodes) of bipolar.

My name is Paul Lennox, I am 26 and, have been living with bipolar much of my life. I remember not so long ago, talking with my doctor and asking her with tears in my eyes, "Just give me one good year that's all I want, one good year". I know many of you have been there, or are there now.

The purpose of this blog, is to share my experiences of Mania & Depression (they seem to be best friends) with people who are experiencing the same. I would also like this to be a portrait of one mans experience for friends, and loved ones of people with bipolar. I want very much for this to be an interactive blog. I want you to comment on the entry's, let your voice be heard share with me. I also want you to email me if you have a question about an entry, or just want to say hi.  This blog is not just for me remember I'm writing it for you.

I would like to leave you with a message my spirit guide has told me repeatedly:

 

Remember, You Are All So Dearly Loved

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just wanted you to know you are not alone....i too am bipolar, along with borderline personality and OCD. i am unmedicated for the time being and doing so-so right now. having migraines almost everyday and feeling a bit manic ( i am a mean manic). everything seems to grate at me like finger nails on a chalk board. beendealing with anxiety and depression lately , too. a bit of a mixed episode i think. anyway, take care!! talk soon!!
This is for Paul. As the wife of someone with bipolar disorder, I was impressed by your honesty and wanting to share. My husband has chosen to do the same. It took years for him to open up about this illness, but now that he has done so, he has become a licensed psychotherapist, and has written his memoir. My heart goes out to those of you with mental illness or with a loved one who has one. LindaAnn- February 18, 2009
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