5 TIPS: Managing Bipolar Disorder Mania & Hypomania!

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There are many different ways in which people experience "Bipolar Mania." Some of us enjoy it, while others find it to be a very destructive force in not only their lives but those around them.
The way we experience mania is actually the primary factor in diagnosing someone with a specific type of Bipolar Disorder. Countless people end up being misdiagnosed because they fail to see the mania as a problem or they don't mention it to their doctor. If someone who has Bipolar Disorder is misdiagnosed with general depression, it's common for them to be prescribed a single antidepressant - without a complimentary "mood stabilizer" medication. Treating ONLY the depression can add ROCKET FUEL to the mania, so it's extremely important to not overlook this symptom.
When certain types of mania get out of control, it can lead to risky behaviors like reckless spending, sexual promiscuity, an increase in substance abuse, extreme agitation, a complete lack of clarity or grandiose beliefs, and so much more. Also, as many of us know, a manic episode can result in an equally intense period of severe depression (or a "crash") after the "party is over" so-to-speak.
In this latest video from Polar Warriors, we're going to discuss 5 helpful tips for managing mania while cultivating a better sense of self-awareness!
As always, a very warm welcome to Polar Warriors and I hope this video helps you on your journey. If you have any questions about Bipolar Disorder and would like to contact me directly, there is a link at the top of my videos to join our Community on Patreon. In addition to helping me reach more people who need help, you will have first priority with my response to messages, access to additional videos which aren't on RU-vid, and even help choose future video topics!
My channel is completely dedicated to helping individuals, families, and friends who struggle with, or know someone living with Bipolar Disorder. My goal is to provide actual tools, tips, and discuss topics that can potentially help “Polar Warriors” grow to live a more balanced, peaceful, and fulfilling life.
-Rob Whittaker, Polar Warriors: Bipolar Support
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@Mlh916 5 лет назад

I need a shirt that says, “I’m sorry for what I said and did when I was manic.”

@tinamccrory9557 4 года назад

Yes!

@donnaholman4538 4 года назад

Madison Herrington Me too!

@biscuitpocket7283 4 года назад

Yes me too, written in bright bold colours.... 🍪pocket.

@kennethhubler1693 4 года назад

Total agree!

@aimanradzman5243 4 года назад

Me too

@chrisbarker2700 3 года назад

You deserve way more viewers. Because you help me. I know you can help many many more people.

@psychedlicsouljam1995 5 лет назад

Great info! I notice when I'm going into an episode.. but unfortunately I don't have anybody who's supportive in my life. Even when I ask to be alone im treated badly for it.

@anlongdus 5 лет назад

Thank you for educating all of us about Manic episodes. ♥️ from Germany

@alickandreades6314 4 года назад

Me also number 2 over 30 years of this. Awesome thanks for the post much appreciated.

@PolarWarriors 4 года назад

My pleasure!

@practicalperspective21wise61 3 года назад

I kno wen im "going up" wen i start tellin my friends that i love them a bunch like a drunk at a party. It sucks and it usually trips me out but lately i use it as a sign cuz its the easiest sign i can see, have seen.

@practicalperspective21wise61 3 года назад

I try to exploit my mania as well tryin to "get wat i can out of it" cuz i know after a few days i kno, that its comin, but that im a be wrthless in bed for my "weekend"

@terenceoneill713 5 лет назад

I think this is the best video/resources I've ever seen. Thank you,

@PolarWarriors 5 лет назад

Terence ONeill that means so much to me! Thank you so much for the kind words and a very warm welcome to the channel :-)

@NoNO-pk2hf Год назад

I love the way you explain things thank you

@davidwhitten1789 2 года назад

Thanks again my new best friend and counselor.

@davidjones3493 6 лет назад

I am on a mood stabilizer and anti deppesant. When in mania i drop the anti deppesant by half. This helps

@loongct9793 6 лет назад

David Jones im bipolar. .feel good sometimes . Feel down too..talk fast er. .emm?

@davidjones3493 6 лет назад

Thank you. I hope you are ok. I talk fast when in mania. Different things work for people. I think what is important for all is eating well. I also take fish oil and magnisam I also take a protein drink. Our brains need a lot of protein. I hope this is helpful good luck

@mmppzzz1092 6 лет назад

I am thinking faster than my mouth can handle while in manic. That's made very emotional, like, I want to explode. Idk.

@mmppzzz1092 6 лет назад

How many theraphist have you went to bro?

@davidjones-tb6yi 5 лет назад

Andy just checked back in to polar warriors. I have seen Two therapists.It is important to see one who knows a lot about our condition. I hope you are feeling well and good wishes@@mmppzzz1092

@AmeerCruz 4 года назад

Really really appreciate this videos!! Thank you very very much for them 😊

@PolarWarriors 4 года назад

Glad you like them! :)

@MichelleRenee-ui5th Год назад

🙏🙏🙏 Thank you so much for this.

@PolarWarriors Год назад

You are most welcome 🤗☀️☀️☀️

@authorleboyd3481 6 лет назад

Can you do a video on being Bipolar and hating yourself for weight or for not being as far in life as you thought you'd be?

@missjddrage1111 2 года назад

I've known that these enormous condensed episodes of raging aggression weren't normal. I feel a combination of three things... 1) The storm 2)The lightening bolt 3) The tree Idk if that makes any sense.. but that's the best way I can describe it.

@1992jkwj 3 года назад

whenever i get manic, ive learned that i annoy a lot of people whenever it gets bad though, i start getting nervous and start screaming and twitching, it hurts

@PolarWarriors 3 года назад

I can totally relate! When I was working I would call in sick when I knew I was manic because I always got in trouble at work while manic. As soon as I realize I'm in an episode I stop drinking excess coffee and I really lay low. I try to avoid triggering situations and/or people. Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nd For ten dollars a month you can message Rob directly, watch videos that are more personal in nature and have access to a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@lacymay6029 5 лет назад

I really don't think I'm bipolar I think I was just really depressed and the doctors got it wrong. I feel so much better everything is going great now. My question is could a doctor misdiagnosed you?

@jonelledeblanc4885 4 года назад

Who else had racing thoughts during this and had to rewind or restart....multiple times? 🙋🏼

@kimmonks116 3 года назад

Lol...Robert 😂😂 Omg..Ive no idea how much on books..music..clothes..magazines I hoard them like I'm running a newsagents 😂😂 lots of shower gels..so on and on..ha no idea where most of it is..its ridiculous 😆

@practicalperspective21wise61 3 года назад

I do the stupidest grandiose shit wen im up too. The most embarassing during my mania hangover.

@djimmy92 2 года назад

Have you ever felt after u took antipsychotics that the magic of life went away? And how long it took it to come back after stopping them?

@evannnn17 6 лет назад

thanks man

@thewadsquad 5 лет назад

Researching Ted Bundy, anyone else?

@HBDAVEY Год назад

Most people don’t know who Ted Bundy is

@bipolarbuddies7336 6 лет назад

That moment I realize when my legs are rythmatically bouncing while sitting, and shaking everything in the room is a sign my MANIC-SELF is finally waking up again. I love it because this is when my creativity, production and organization skills kick into high gear! The downfall is when my manic-self goes back into chill mode, I am then stuck with a bunch of projects in action and I cannot relate to - or find interest in any of them. NOTE TO SELF - When manic do not make too many commitments. great vid!

@sammyfreeman3702 6 лет назад

@Ying Yang Holy shit lol, I was just diagnosed last weekend and I always thought this was just something only I did. I always have my feet or hands moving or tapping to beats even when I wanna stop and don't like it, or my muscles are literally fatigued

@patriciacee3106 4 года назад

Wow! Same here! I thought my bouncing leg was my ADHD. It is always there, not just when I head into hypomania. My husband says, “You’re not sleeping?” Trying not to look worried, bless his heart. Lately I’ve been trying to clean up some of those projects you’re talking about, but I’m in a bad depression and this seems to make it worse.

@fantasticsituation9461 4 года назад

at least the chill isnt depressed! wishing you peace and courage

@greeshmamohandas5451 3 года назад

i too have this exact same experience

@katpurfect2592 3 года назад

Ditto

@josiesaenz294 4 года назад

You wana know something funny? I realize I’m starting to become manic when I watch your videos and start to think that you talk way too slow for me. I even get irritated at it sometimes lol. I started to make the connection a while ago. When I’m not manic this isn’t a problem for me at all and I think you speak at a perfectly normal rate. I’m currently hypomanic now. I logged into RU-vid to view your channel like I usually do and started noticing it again. Thanks for walkways sharing information that helps us recognize and manage our symptoms.

@mrr741 4 года назад

josie saenz yes!! I’m listening to this at 2x!!! I watch every video like that when I’m manic because I have so many videos to watch and they are way too slow.

@biscuitpocket7283 4 года назад

I seem to be the opposite I find things go too fast for me, even watching the tv programmes I find myself pausing & rewinding. I think it's my concentration levels perhaps ?🍪pocket Great Britain. This mainly happens when I'm in a slight manic episode & when my mind has too many racing thoughts..... 🍪pocket Great Britain.

@kennethhubler1693 4 года назад

Same!!!

@samanthasinclair6070 3 года назад

I felt the same but his eyes are beautiful and his tone is soothing when I’m not irritated

@marion5639 2 месяца назад

Lmao I have the same🤣

@sometimesreviewsandthinkin5056 6 лет назад

When are we going to get a crowfunder going to get the budget for a mania safe iPhone app that locks the bank account?:)

@PolarWarriors 6 лет назад

That's actually not a bad idea!

@lilsunflower9655 6 лет назад

Andreas Landgren RIGHT!!!!

@lilsunflower9655 6 лет назад

You have a million dollar idea here.... LOL

@sometimesreviewsandthinkin5056 6 лет назад

I have had 6 months of overspending learning to regulatate it baby steps.. I need more help and am not lying to myself I am not in Control of it and its ok.

@nickking-edwards9301 5 лет назад

Good idea

@edwardbak4459 5 лет назад

As someone with bipolar II this video *really* reached me. Your kindness and courage make my journey a little less overwhelming. Thank you for caring!

@vanessagutierrez2325 4 года назад

Manic stage feels like that movie Limitless and when it’s gone you feel normal no longer on top of the world. It’s hard going back to your normal self. Thank you for these videos They are helping.

@maninder2007 3 года назад

This is absolutely true..

@katpurfect2592 3 года назад

Omg, I watched that last nite, your so right. Great movie, is they a 2nd one ?

@PK-mx7nf 6 лет назад

Do you work full time? I'm only 30 years old, but i'm completely exhausted from dealing with this half my life already.

@lilsunflower9655 6 лет назад

P K I feel you it ends up feeling impossible.. idk how i’m supposed to just deal with this forever :/

@DanielDaniel-jq8qe 5 лет назад

So hard .-. I started my own business and it isnt the move since business is stressful . . God speed

@zz-ic6vy 5 лет назад

reneekatz666 what you eat on daily basis?

@Dman9fp 3 года назад

Worrying is directly correlated with exhaustion. Of course the antidote to worrying isn't worrying about how to get rid of worry- it's trusting the universe, yourself/ lessons and wisdom acquired... And I think knowing it's okay to not have all the answers, will make stupid mistakes. Life isn't a speedrun, it's a journey to be enjoyed more than fretted

@katpurfect2592 3 года назад

@@lilsunflower9655 awwwww! Don't say that, you can learn 2 manage.

@xoxololita4417 6 лет назад

I just want to say thank you so much for sharing this, and even just creating this channel!! I know I cannot be the only one to agree with the fact your videos have been WAAAY more helpful and useful than any “professional” I’ve come in contact with... not a psychiatrist, not a therapist, not any doctor. Thank you, honestly. It makes me happy to know that here IS hope, and that I understand myself a little more.

@PolarWarriors 6 лет назад

I'm so glad! A very warm welcome to my channel and the community here =) -Rob Whittaker www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@Laughingwithtravii 4 года назад

just recently found this channel and BIG agree, currently on a binge.. hope all is well~

@joynuzum2989 3 года назад

KJV

@gregwolfer8464 Год назад

I agree, these lectures are wonderful. I have a Bi polar friend I'm very close to. Disagree with her need to get high a the time to use as chronic pain reliver. Moved in with her pot head boyfriend and I deslovled the friendship. Bi polar people suffer from lack of empathetic and compassionate . I can ot enable the hronic pot usage.

@dianna1976 6 лет назад

its funny but I was keeping a journal while I was in a long hypomanic episode, reading back at some of the stuff I was determined to do but thankfully didn't have the money. I was convinced I wanted and needed two tattoos, one on each hand and two eyebrow piercings!!! I have a super small tattoo and hardly sat through that! Its good to have the journal to remind me.

@PolarWarriors 6 лет назад

dianna hi Dianna! It’s always so awesome to see comments from you. You have been so proactive and so supportive of everything I’ve done. I am forever grateful to call you my friend ❤️❤️😊😊🤗🤗

@dianna1976 6 лет назад

Speechless ❤️❤️❤️

@katpurfect2592 3 года назад

Just my personal opinion but it's good 2 have tattoos that u can show of or cover at time. For interviews ect.

@bipolarlife7405 6 лет назад

When i am manic i drive it instead of it driving me. To me its like driving ...dont let Bipolar drive you I know when i am Manic and i try to sit back and enjoy it, Try not to dwell on shit,eat and sleep as well as you can and remember YOU are not aloan ...nice work Robert , love your wisdom . peace mate

@NertoFurity 4 года назад

When I´m manic I´m not worried about a following depression. I´m worried about psychosis, I don´t want that to happen ever again.

@cowboycalicojakk9685 3 года назад

Likewise brother

@ashish__91calisthenics40 3 года назад

Same

@xavierchazwell8315 3 года назад

I smiled at this video. Just because I felt like I wasn’t alone anymore. Like somebody gets it. Everyone around me doesn’t understand why I act they way I do. Shucks, I don’t even understand it. But now that I see that others do.. I feel better.

@comejolo 5 лет назад

Insight beyond your actual words: “So when I first started making this video, I was going to talk about 10 different tips for mania, but this topic is so in-depth I didn’t want to rush information and make it too much to digest in just one time...” One aspect of mania is making our “lists” too long - too many projects or one project so big we cannot achieve it or too many big projects altogether. One frustration in working with others is their expectations that we can keep up the pace we set when we are manic/hypomanic - making the mania and depressions worse. On the flip-side of that, are the people who feel we are unreliable because of past lists not completed. Your cutting the list shorter, whether for length or too much information, demonstrated a restraint we all need to learn. The awareness of knowing (and implementing) when to cut back is key in managing our mania, and by default our lives. Peace comes with balance, balance comes with discipline.

@PolarWarriors 5 лет назад

Interesting perspective! Thank you! - Rob For additional content consider joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@donnaholman4538 5 лет назад

I have trouble with manic spending,

@patriciabannister2721 4 года назад

Me too , for 30 years ! And it sneaks up on me every time! It’s been a marathon but I’m still here. My spouse is very supportive, doesn’t get upset. Knows all my moods. I feel fortunate!

@LANIkoo 4 года назад

If you can, set up a direct debit and put someone you trust on the account as a co-signer (two to sign). I run manic... this is the only way I tend to be able to save as I literally can’t touch the money without my designated relatives approval.

@amphibiangoddess 4 года назад

Thank god I’m lucky; because I gamble instead of shop! I win more often than not, so it's not necessarily destructive to my life overall. I only play scratch offs so I don't know how I would react in a casino LOL. The closest one is a couple hours away and that's probably a good thing for me. Also... It’s easier to throw away a ticket instead of sneaking past my husband carrying a new designer purse (which has only happened a couple of times) 😂😂❤️

@kimberleatha64 4 года назад

Oh Jade you are not the only one. How much money have I spent on nothing needed.

@biscuitpocket7283 4 года назад

I have an agreement with my partner of 18years, he keeps hold of my visa card & I have a limited amount of cash in my purse when I'm on a high. I find supermarket shopping very hard & spend far more then I need to, so my partner goes inside with me to help me. When not on a high I make a list of what I need & stick to it as much as possible & am able to shop by myself. Manic spending can be thrilling & gives you such a buzz yet you end up wasting so much money on unnecessary things. I count myself very lucky to have such a good & understanding partner & I've never been in debt. Christmas time was always difficult for me, overspending on gifts for the world & his dog !!! Yet for the past 3years I've cut down on the amount of gifts & money I spend. Also a very stressful time build up to Christmas for many reasons... take care all 🍪pocket.

@Stolas_Blitz208 6 лет назад

I love your videos it really helps I struggle with bipolar 1 and your videos really inspire me and when I'm down your videos make me happy :)

@IamSuperman618 3 года назад

The source of my fire is dealing with a narcissistic mother. I use to feel that I had to defend myself, my feelings and my character. Now, I understand where my symptoms manifest. 2020 was an eye opener and now I am learning more about this. Thanks for your time and knowledge.

@shinebabyshine. 3 года назад

Same bro. Boundaries are so important

@IamSuperman618 3 года назад

@@shinebabyshine. Amen to that and I am starting to see my part in it. I will shine!

@katpurfect2592 3 года назад

Same and narcissistic partners, child, sister, friends, cut of from um all now, best thing I ever did, they put all the blame on you. I grow up thinking, wots wrong with me, no wonder I might have bi pola.

@katpurfect2592 3 года назад

@@IamSuperman618 shine on. 💥

@davidjones3493 6 лет назад

When i get mania i sleep less and have more energy. Talk fast spend money and want to go out more, DRINK was a big one which made all worse. The drink is now under control but i still have to watch the other things. Mania creeps up on us we can be half way through before you realise you are in a manic stage

@merto5582 6 лет назад

its addictive listening you have a controlled day

@davidjones3493 6 лет назад

Reading helps balance our minds. I am reading about Buddha.Balance is exactly what we need

@callum1651 4 года назад

I stopped drinking a year ago. I can't say I feel any less manic but I don't go out until 5am then neglect my family and sleep all day any more. I know I'm feeling manic when I watch videos like this. A couple of months ago I convinced myself that I was in the top 3 percent of the population for intelligence and there was no point trying to talk to people because they couldn't comprehend what I was saying haha. I walked out of my job then argued with anyone who questioned my decision. I don't regret that but I could have handled it better! I've been manic for ages this time but it beats depression. I would describe it as having limitless self belief and energy with one profound, life changing thought after another. At first anyway. That's quite enjoyable in a way but it usually means I haven't noticed. Those profound thoughts keep coming but instead of hearing them one by one it's like having a hundred thoughts all at the same time and I can't hear any of them.

@biscuitpocket7283 4 года назад

Totally understand you Callum ❤ take care & be safe in these uncertain times 🍪pocket.

@maskingtables 8 месяцев назад

My main question is how the hell do you even find a partner?

@bemeeklezvelveeta6719 4 года назад

I think I'm crashing from a manic episode right now. Choking back tears all day after 2 months of being over the moon. I'm not sure how to deal with it yet but thank you for helping me learn to be aware of when this happens.

@karijernigan8116 6 лет назад

I love you so much. You really get how it feels. I've been going to Doctor's since I was 18 years old and was wasn't diagnosed until I was in late thirties. Some Doctor's juch can't explain it like. Thank you.

@kennethhubler1693 4 года назад

Right on Kari keep up the great work!

@minimayhem1996 Год назад

I'm going through hypomania right now and it feels like I'm a car with the engine running on full blast. I'm so lucky I have a girlfriend who's taken care of me. She's honestly the most amazing person and she does everything for me right now It's because she's staying with me and making sure I'm OK She's so good to me i'm so lucky

@PolarWarriors Год назад

Hey there ! Rob is available on patreon. You can message him, text or even have a call with him there. He is offering free support phone calls for all patrons right now. I think you may benefit from that. 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 On Patreon, you can message Rob directly, get a phone/video call, watch videos that are more personal in nature, and access a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@courtneymorris2293 3 года назад

I’m watching this because I just realized that I’m in a manic state. I have been denying it for many years and saying I just have anxiety. Today I found myself talking fast, mind spinning, body vibrating so much energy that I can’t slow down. I came out of a depression about 6 weeks ago started acupuncture eating healthy exercise and things have been so good but now I’m spinning. I’m trying to be proactive and do something different so I don’t get so down when I crash, but that made me realize how up I am. I don’t want to ruin my life anymore and I don’t want to run myself so ragged. I’m trying to implement healthier coping skills. I need to break this cycle or at the least lesson the damage. Thank you for your video 🙏🏻

@tantaniaaj2304 Год назад

Hey am going through this now , how have you being ? Did get out of it

@kiranaaisyah5281 6 лет назад

I stopped taking my meds immediately because I felt better and I also didn't meet my psychiatrist again. But a month later, I got so depressed, almost dropped out of college when I already finished all classes and only had to finish my thesis. Last week I went to psychiatrist again, and told myself that I'd take my meds everyday even though I might feel better. And I'll also take therapy sessions frequently. Fortunately I finished my thesis and will graduate in August. It's also because of the support from my thesis advisor who has clinical depression, and her sister also has bipolar disorder. So she understood what I was going through.

@meganlovesdisneyandcrafts4780 6 лет назад

CONGRATULATIONS! You should be VERY proud of yourself!

@kiranaaisyah5281 6 лет назад

Disney Gamer thank you :)

@vezinam58 6 лет назад

Kirana A It's awesome that you finished your thesis, and had the support you needed. Congratulations! I hope your future holds many wonderful experiences. Take care of yourself. 👍🙂

@mariaacevedo8673 6 лет назад

Please don't drop therapy and meds! Estable day and night for your soul ❤

@AntiguaWind 6 лет назад

Rob - thank you again for these videos. This one hits me hard...it's like you know what happens in my head. So relieved to hear I'm not alone!! Thank you. so. much.

@megotmesources 6 лет назад

the final straw for me was when she said to me she had feelings for me again and she wanted me to pay for her new tat for her bday that put me over the top and couldn't take the using and lies such bs she knows exactly what she doing its sad

@Kenderland 6 лет назад

I really enjoyed this video (the whole video) it was very informative for me as I struggle with BiP 2. Thank you for your contribution it means a lot.

@alliedwolf 6 лет назад

Another great video. I am having so much trouble finding a hobby or a passion to fill my free time. Since I am a stay at home parent I have a lot of free time and it is really frustrating just wandering around the house trying to find an interest. I hope to find something soon. Thanks again Rob.

@rebquistrebquist3185 6 лет назад

Rob it’s great to hear overlap in some of the videos especially when manic as it better drives home the points offered for our self care. Thank you.

@Omgitsbrooklynn. 5 лет назад

Love this video! Such good advice! It’s so hard for me to manage even small things like remembering to take my meds, make doctor appointments or take notes for a simple to do list while in mania because when I crash into depression it’s literally painful to even move out of bed for days and weeks at a time it’s so horrible! It’s so good to know I’m not alone

@PolarWarriors 5 лет назад

Your NOT alone Tara. Thanks for dropping by the channel🙏 - Rob For additional content consider joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@biscuitpocket7283 4 года назад

Your not alone in what happens to you Tara Bradley, it's great to have these video's Polar warriors to watch & learn more about bi polar. Even reading the comments & commenting helps me a lot..... keep safe & well in these uncertain times 🍪 pocket Great Britain.

@davidjones3493 6 лет назад

Waiting to buy some thing and NO credit cards

@megotmesources 6 лет назад

she called the cops on me pal there no more helping her now its all over

@Sam.C.007 6 лет назад

Thanks again! I find your videos so comforting. You are smart and kind. By the way, if you didn't mention you have a partner, I would be on a plane to the states tracking you down for a chat :) Not in a bout of mania but because I would have considered it for months! Ha ha. I'm being genuine but you know that because you are genuine too. Thanks again... your talks are engaging and helpful!

@chrisrush84 Год назад

If you play this at 2x speed, bro sounds just like Ben Shapiro

@PolarWarriors Год назад

Lololol

@cleemdallaradio5802 6 лет назад

You rock My broski

@MadeintheUK987 6 лет назад

I came to this video at 4 am, I don’t have bipolar but my brother does and he just woke my mom and I up. He is having a manic episode and I was really scared for him. He thought it was the end of the world, so I had to calm him down. My mom and I were crying because he really needs to go back to see his psychologist. Thanks for making this video.

@republicansmatter9527 4 года назад

It’s is insane your have explained my life in 5 mins .

@asgothas 6 лет назад

Great video, especially covering spending.. really helpful to me. Thanks for all you do!

@adambartone9193 4 года назад

I feel so uncomfortable watching this. I was just diagnosed a few months ago and I'm still coming to terms with it.

@wileymeep 2 года назад

I'm always embarrassed by the sudden interest in a hobby or subject matter. Even when they don't cost a thing. I get super hyped, motormouth, and I usually keep reiterating that "I know I've said this before but it's _different_ this time." Perhaps it lasts a couple of days, weeks or - if I'm 'lucky' - a couple of months. But, eventually, it subsides and in the back of my mind, I've always known it would. I've chalked it up to me not being disciplined enough to follow through. It's been going on for so long and I still don't fully believe that it's actually not that simple. Frustrates the hell out of me. Also, so incredibly exhausting. And, again, embarrassing as I've shared my enthusiasm with someone. Saying it out loud always makes it worse. Geez, even now I read this as being such a bad and obvious excuse. Wouldn't say that if someone said it to me but when I say it.

@PolarWarriors 2 года назад

Gosh, I can totally relate Johanna!!! 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 On Patreon, you can message Rob directly, get a phone/video call, watch videos that are more personal in nature, and access a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@non-applicable. 6 лет назад

Please do about manic spending soon. Thank you very much for your videos!

@4ljn3 6 лет назад

Yes, please!!!!!

@AngelsDiamonds 4 года назад

Yes pls

@laurenroberts4217 Год назад

I’ve just realized I’m Hypomanic recently and this profoundly helped me educate myself in how to better use this fleeting energy. Just scheduled some appointments and got CPR certified while I’m riding the wave! Sincerely, thank you so much for putting this content out there! I was wondering if there were any positive sides to Hypomania? Such as exiting relationships that no longer serve you or making progress in enacting changes in your life you may not have had enough confidence to make before? Thank you again! -Polar warrior type 1, Lauren, Virginia.

@PolarWarriors Год назад

Hi Lauren . I actually made a video talking about “10 things that aren’t all that bad” about bipolar disorder. it’s a great video if you’d like to check it out. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-cAiwp3-gHsA.html I have an amazing private community of people on Patreon if you’d like to check it out. I post things of a much more personal nature on there and it allows you to message me directly anytime. There’s a link in the video description. Take extra good care and stop by the channel anytime. -Rob

@SydneyInTheSky 6 лет назад

What am I supposed to do if my bipolar partner refuses to go to therapy (says he will) and continues to hurt me emotionally during his cycles? I am trying to be patient, even when he is in a rage I try to speak very softly and remind him that he may be cycling and I send him your videos.......it’s like he doesn’t realize that he is being a monster until he comes out of an episode. I try walk away when he is going through these episodes before the damage is done but sometimes that is impossible. I’m not sure what to do other than leave the relationship......any advice? Where is the line between being a supportive and understanding partner to a bipolar person and just accepting abuse? I know he feels lost in his brain and I don’t want to leave him alone but I also must preserve myself right? How do I get him to go to therapy?

@christinaneale1275 5 лет назад

I feel completely awful. I’m on meds, they don’t seem to be working anymore. I think they make me worse I can’t even begin to explain how badly this has effected me. But idk where I am. Manic sad hopeless. Then doing all these positive things! Then I’m crying because of what’s taking place and accept the fact that I can’t control everything. I try so hard. It’s extremely hard to even sit and think and rationalize with people a lot of excuses blame game inpatient. There’s a lot that plays into my situation. I so desperately wish there was an easier way to change this behavior we just do whatever and think later wow I was a jerk idk why I was arguing. It really has been taking a toll on relationships and my everyday life. It’s very hard to stop and think ok let’s be reasonable because we just jump. I need to find a way to change this it’s really not ok. I’m lost

@maggiekohler9711 4 года назад

Hitting like and commenting on all of your videos couse you are so great! I'd love to become your patreon as soon as I have my finances stabilized. Til now that how I support you. It's so important to me to get this tips!

@samanthak9078 5 лет назад

Thank you for this. I have worked very hard to be successful, but my bipolar 2 gets in my way and I'm at a point where I really need to be able to work towards recognizing my patterns and being okay with myself.

@nancysmith2295 4 года назад

I like your method of presentation. Nice voice. I'm hoping my other half who is bipolar will feel comfortable with your videos as well. I have severe depression. I understand alot, but you are teaching me more so that I can open up my understanding. Thanks.

@meganlovesdisneyandcrafts4780 6 лет назад

The reward tip really was nice to hear because sometimes it feels embarrassing to me that it's needed in order to get through things.

@britibhattacharyya 3 года назад

I'm finally accepting that Ive been getting manic recently. I think it's so hard during the pandemic in general and everything just seems like a trigger.

@EBlack-my8mu 6 лет назад

You have been Blessed Sir with such wisdom and kindness your approach is above reproach .Thank You dor all your hard work and meaningful transparency.may God continue to use you to help other as you help yourself.Peace & Blessing.

@Weirdo77313 Год назад

was diagnosed 5 months ago. i have had 3 or 4 hypomanic episodes and i am finally able to notice the signs . the biggest one being the need to sleep less . the less sleep i get the more energy i have . when i have 2 or 3 in a row night of waking up at 3 am and not being able to get back to sleep seems to be the first sign . my wife and i now have a plan in place for next time it happens .

@PolarWarriors Год назад

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. All patrons can contact him directly by private message and he frequently offers free phone calls!!! If you decide to join, you can mention my name and he will give you a free call. Another Patreon exclusive is Rob hosting and moderating weekly support groups on discord! We have many family and friends take part. 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

@derekthrash9643 6 лет назад

Rob great video so glad to see this at the same time I'm starting to deal with mania. When I first found you I was in severe depression well now I'm better due to altering my meds and good therapy. Really fighting full on mania. But the beat goes on...

@user-lq2xo8eq3p 10 месяцев назад

It is a refreshing change to see people dedicated to the care and treatment of all those suffering in silence with this absolutely life altering condition. When I hear people call TBI's mild, and act like it isn't life threatening, should stop and consider the possibility they could be wrong 😮

@Junebug879 3 месяца назад

I’m not quite bi-polar but I can feel my mind start to wonder off and I have to almost catch myself from starting to become strange again. I’m doing much much better now though.

@davidjones3493 6 лет назад

Rob i hope you are ok and managing your life well. No need to reply but we appreciate you.

@cls5258 6 лет назад

My husband is a shockingly good liar. He has bot told his doctor thst he stopped the mood stabalizer. He is now only on welbutrin which is slowly taking him from hypomania into mania. I have no support with this and he doesn't care what we think he is like... He likes how he feels too much to matter, so he gets angry every time i try to talk to him about it. He looks and acts furious but claims that he isnt angry at all. Says he feels nithing but happy at his success. Fast forward 5 weeks and now he is fully coldhearted, mean in his tone and the way he looks at us. He denies it all. All of it. I cant ask for help because he lies to his family so they hate me and i am so isolated that my whole existence is at home with kids (im disabled). He refuses to let me go to the doctor with him. I feel stuck. He agreed during depression that we would be a team and he would trust what i saw if mania starts again, but that didnt happen. He has now turned me into his enemy. I am the only one taking care of him... But i am the one he steps on when manic. He refuses to believe he is manic. Claims he is back to normal. This is not normal. He is a monster to me. So i have withdrawn. Admits he never ever thinks about me. He again stopped saying i love you and all affection ended. He gets super angry if i stand in the way of his daily spending. I have no idea what else to do.

@PolarWarriors 6 лет назад

My heart goes out to you and I know we can be the hardest on our partners or family members. There is a book I'd like to recommend to you that made a BIG difference in my relationship. It's actually geared towards helping the loved ones of someone who has Bipolar Disorder. There'a a LOT of amazing information and tools there. It's called "Loving Someone With Bipolar Disorder" by Julie Fast. You can find a cheap used copy online if you'd like. I'm glad you found my channel and I hope the videos here help you on your journey through this. A warm welcome to my channel =) -Rob Whittaker www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@cls5258 6 лет назад

Polar Warriors Thank you

@JeffreyWilliams-dr7qe 3 месяца назад

Deteriorating prognosis means I can ditch family guilt with siblings. Now I have them !

@lorischneck3901 3 года назад

I am much more , depressed than manic any more and I am so done with this bipolar disorder...

@plonisalmony7418 6 лет назад

Can being hypomanic affect one's memory? My friend who has hypomania does not remember things that he was involved in while he was high (and he doesn't get very high).

@bipolarsolutions5444 5 лет назад

Such a helpful video! Thank you for inspiring and strengthening the Online Bipolar Community!

@harleystevensson Год назад

Tell tell for me.. impluse splurges, feeling tired but needing to gogogo, swearing more along with fast blurting speech. And also, yes, taking on wayy too much and then becoming overwhelmed. Besh wishes all!

@jameshawkins2019 5 лет назад

My bipolar disorder is severe. Just lost my job due to panic attacks and mania. I'm 55 and alone and trying to hang on. I also recently got baptized. Need to somehow get through this but not sure how.

@visionvixxen 2 года назад

🙏🙏🙏

@charlottewebb6354 5 лет назад

With Bipolar Mania is common to have a feeling of irritability, almost as if you're on the edge? Or even to feel like you want to cry but at the same time everything is impulsive and in the moment?? Edit: I'm only curious because it's been suspected for months of having bipolar disorder and I feel like I'm going through a manic episode currently 😅❤

@marcoperanteau6337 4 года назад

Absolutely your best video by far...you took your time, I know that was hard to do, but you did it well done robert

@virgo6768 3 года назад

I can relate to a lot of what your saying. I appreciate you taking time to make these videos they are very eye opening. Thank you. Your videos are very helpful, you really brake it down to the core of what bipolar is all about.

@revolucionario26 6 лет назад

Thank you. Very helpful!😉

@Manic_Mitch.official 3 года назад

I bought a 400$ shotgun and 100$ roller skates that I’ll never use the next day after the week before financing a 15000$ car 😂😢 #manicspending

@TheRockLobsterMafia 5 лет назад

When I was hypomanic and I wasn't diagnosed, I spent almost $2k on xanax bars. I had thought that that was the answer when I was 16. Every bad feeling was gone but then when the money ran out and the withdrawals kicked in I realized I was just trying to escape

@deniseawilliams4135 5 лет назад

I am on Lithium and quetiapine now no antidepressants and it is working wonderfully for me. I have been stable now for almost 4 months which is the longest time ever in the past 14 years. Antidepressants were differently spiking my Bi Polar Mania.

@kingnote6669 2 года назад

I only ever spend money I have, even with my credit card. I only spend what I have in my checking account with my credit card, and I have a great credit score. I’m thankful that I’m able to manage my spending after a lot of practice.

@rosetrombley6106 3 года назад

Alot of spending this time, is making what is fresh for my cat, and me saving up for my cat would take to much time . I'd be more anxious, than usual.

@grangrampa832 Год назад

You wouldn’t believe the things of collected over the years things I had to hav immediately and so many unfinished projects I’ve started

@adriasorensen2249 2 года назад

Also, thank you for the maniac videos. : )

@ktswrld7338 3 года назад

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when I was 17 so 3 years ago… it’s getting worse as I get older. I’ve been thinking a lot about how I could just get in my car and drive to California and being reckless. I’m scaring myself a little bc these thoughts at the time seem amazing but as I look back it’s scary… I’m on lamictal right now but i don’t go to therapy or anything

@tiffanyleanne7751 6 лет назад

My boyfriend has bipolar, and he will be fine with me one minute but the next he will switch, I’d have “acted different” or “done something” that will trigger him. We haven’t spoke properly in two days, his blanking me, reading my messages and not replying. I’m so stuck on what to do, I know people say give them space but I’m so consistent with asking if his okay and that I’m sorry.. I need help!😩

@georgiapeachpicker 4 года назад

It seems like people are ok with you being depressed and more understanding then mania.

@biscuitpocket7283 4 года назад

I totally agree with your comment 🍪pocket.

@lisashawe 6 лет назад

Hello Robert How are you? I gave my niece who has bipolar your channel info. Thank you for all your help and suggestions. I will continue to mention your channel to others. Right now all I want to know is how are you? Your channel has become a lfe changer. Again, thank you. Lisa

@PolarWarriors 6 лет назад

Thanks so much Lisa! I'm hanging in there. It's been a rough month of rapid cycling, but I'm managing it well. I really appreciate you helping your Niece by sharing my channel! That means a lot to me and I hope it helps her on her journey. Happy 4th of July! -Rob Whittaker www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors