It's so refreshing to hear someone else open up about the struggles with dealing with bipolar disorder. It's a very taboo subject especially for Mom's! ❤️
Thank you and I can totally relate. I have bipolar disorder with severe depression, anxiety and panic disorder. Unfortunately my daughter has so much worse. She is diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, Schizophrenia with paranoia, panic disorder, and anxiety. She turned to alcohol and drugs to cope because medication was not working. But now at the age of 26 she is sober and clean. She is on medication that works. She is now 7 months pregnant and they had her stay on some of her meds and her and baby are doing great.
Thank you for opening up to us. I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, Manic Depression and Anxiety in 1993. I went through so much during that time. I was hospitalized back then and it made me feel like I was really crazy. It was one of the worse times ever. My doctor had me on 7 different medications. I know what you have been through and I am so sorry. We can live a happy life even with a Bipolar Disorder. I love life and people and I never meet a stranger. God will be with us always. Thanks again.
Thank you sharing.my daughter was diagnosed with bipolar disorder about 8 months ago.she was hospitalized a couple of time finely she on the right medication.Thank God.i pray for you and you're family.❤
Thank you so much for making this video. Mental health awareness is so important. Its funny because people always focus on their bodies yet often forget about their minds and how important it is to take care of ones mind / mental health. 🙏
Thank You for sharing your story Gina. I was diagnosed with what my Psychiatrist said is called unipolar disorder. My mood was only down. Serious depression. In 1984 Prozac wasn't even on the market so I was on class 2 drugs. I was 19. The side effects are drowsiness and weight gain. I didn't quite understand what was happening and it was hard to explain to my friends as I looked like I was being drugged up. At least that's what some of my friends thought. Skip to now. I'm going to be 54 in December and through therapy and medication I'm doing great. You do get to a point in your life where you don't give a hoot what people think because your close friends will understand. I used to have panic attacks often years ago but it's much better now. You are an inspiration to all who have mental illnesses. Keep up the good work. Prayers for you.
I think you are soooo courageous for being so honest and candid about your own personal experience with mental health. I heard a saying that we shouldn’t measure a person’s outsides with our insides and I try to be mindful of that because everyone is dealing with something. Again, thank you so much for sharing your story. I am confident that it will help so many people to know they are not alone.
Good for you and for your self realization and transparency! This is an encouragement to those of us who have mental health issues. I will always need counsel and meds. That's good with me. I'm more comfortable and less rigid with myself. Hopefully better company with others. God bless you Gina.( I'm in agreement with faith) I'm with you 💯% ❤️U🌞
Gina, you are a very brave woman! Thank you for sharing and doing your part to dispel the stigma of mental health conditions. My family has been touched by mental health problems and it can be very difficult & scary for both the diagnosed and their families. Thank you for your candor and message of hope!
Thank you for sharing your story with us. My youngest daughter was diagnosed with bipolar disorder also. She doesnt accept it and takes no medication at all. She struggles with life daily. After all these years the best thing I can do now is be there for her.
Thank you for sharing this! I've dealt with mental illness for the majority of my life. Now, aidan is going through some stuff, but the docs (just like mine) are all over the place with diagnosis. Bipolar, severe depression, manic depressive, schizophrenia , you name it. ❤️
Thank you Gina. I have had an anxiety order for many years and had no idea what it was until I saw the right doctor and was put on the right medication. As you say, it changed my life. Bless you for sharing.
Sweetie you are so brave to tell the world about your disorder. I love watching your videos and understand even more now about your need to take a break. Much Love
Thank you for opening up and sharing. I know this is a hard thing to do. I moved to Florida from California and got pregnant in between our move. I suffered from ppd. I had zero friends or family. I started couponing and it helped me a lot. That is how I found your channel. You are one of my favorite people to follow. Your real and I relate so much to you. Thank you so much for being you. ❤
I don't usually watch anything on RU-vid other than couponing videos or hauls. When I saw the title I watched right away. Thank you so much for this. You are awesome! And so strong. I was diagnosed a year ago and wanted to be medicated from day one. Just my personal choice. Due to side effects I haven't found the right combination of mood stabilizer and anti depressant. It gets rough. I understand the struggle. I appreciate your honesty and willingness to share. Thank you.
I live in Hampton roads Va and there is still a stigma here with bipolar and other mental illness Ive always struggled and have never had support so life has been hard and felt with things with drugs and alcohol but thank god at 45 I’ve finely feel totally comfortable with myself but you made me realize that thinking someone is mad at me are talking junk about me is a part of being paranoid never looked at like that I seem to have always done that as well so thanks so much for the video it was very informative for everyone that was so very brave of you!!
I suffer from depression and anxiety. It started when I was 10 and I moved away from the only home I’d ever known. It progressively got worse and after kids really got worse. I hid it from my husband, from a lot of people. The beginning of this year I decided I couldn’t take it anymore and went to my dr and got an antidepressant. It has certainly helped and opened my eyes 👀. You never know what someone is going through. They may look fine physically but mentally are dying inside. I’m still learning how to cope and have noticed my triggers so I’m working on that too. Couponing gives me anxiety but also makes me happy. Thank you for being open about it. A great support team makes all the difference.
Thanks for sharing. I know we are strangers but I think you're a pretty awesome person. We all have issues in our lives and the best thing we can do is share with others in hopes of helping them, not letting our issues be in vain.
Thanks so much for open up , I been through depression and suffered severe anxiety. I went to see a psychologist and went through therapy. I got better now but sometime still feel anxious. I was scared to be alone at home . I have found that couponing kept be busy and going . I wish you well Gina and send you positive vibes.
Thank you for speaking out on such an important topic! I’ve dealt with severe depression for most of my life. Couponing was originally a hobby to help with my depression. Moms need to know they aren’t alone in this! Seek help when you need it! Thanks, Gina!
I have been watching you for about 3 months. You have helped me save money and it means alot. I also suffer with bipolar. I take lamictal and Wellbutrin. My Dr is awesome! Thanks for sharing. Love ya, Kim.
Thank you for this video. I totally can relate to bipolar disorder as I was diagnosed 2013. I am on antidepressant as well as a mood stabilizer. You are right saying anxiety comes with this disease. I first started with anxiety and panic attacks in 1998. For years Dr's diagnosed me with manic depression. Finally different Dr's diagnosed me correctly which made a huge difference. I could talk abt this forever. I just want to thank you again for this video. It definately hit home.
Gina, this is going to help so many people! As a Pastor’s wife, it was so difficult to open up about my severe struggle with post partum anxiety at first. The only way to change the negative stigma is to keep talking about it!! Thank you so much! ❤️
I have bipolar too, I have been living with it since the age of eleven but wasn't diagnosed until I was twenty. I've survived three suicide attempts and a hospitalization. I'm 38 now and by looking at me or talking to me casually no one would ever know. I've chosen to be extremely open about it because I want to educate people and also because I want other people with mental illnesses to know that they aren't alone. Thank you for sharing; the more we all speak up, the more people will become aware and the less stigma there will be. Also, I get the paranoia about people being mad at me or not liking me, too, even when I'm stable. It really sucks. :(
Thank you Gina for the awareness, and sharing your personal struggling. I deal with some of that struggle. I have been diagnosed with Depression and Anxiety since I was 12 years old. I am taking medication and seeing a therapist. You're very strong. If anybody has anything negative to say, it's because they don't understand the illness. With this video you brought them one step closer
I think this was needed for many to see and may open up about this disorder . Bless you for being the one to show the struggles of real life and how it affect family as well as yourself 💗have a great day👍😊
You are so awesome for opening up about mental illness. I wish more people would open up about it. You are so brave. Thanks so much for being a positive influence on RU-vid. We need more positive people like you. 💖 Have a great weekend!
I was looking for this video all morning because my daughter is having a hard time right now and I needed her to own up to what's going on with her thank you so much
So brave of you to share this! Mental illness is a health issue, just like any other health issue, and the more it's talked about, the less the stigma. Someone I care about has BPD, and this was really helpful in helping me understand it more. So, thank you!
Gina, thank you so much for making this video. You're such a strong woman and I'm so happy that I follow you on RU-vid and Instagram. You truly are amazing! ❤
Thank you for sharing. It takes a lot of courage to discuss your struggles, and it will help many people to share their difficulties coping with mental illness.
Thank you for sharing your story! My father had bipolar disorder and so does my son. The struggle is real and you are facing it head on, I feel that is so important. My dad was a wonderful dad, he had bad days but always made the effort to get back on track as best he could... I adored him! My son struggles greatly and has chosen to go unmedicated which isn't working so well but he is an adult now so I have to respect his decision. He also will rant for long periods of time. Hopefully he can find a balance like you did.... I don't want to sound condescending but I am proud of you for sharing, I bet you will help someone with this video even if they never share that with you. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your story, Gina. You have nothing to be ashamed of. Awareness is key. It actually makes me question myself and my moods. Be blessed 💖💪
Hi Gina I love your videos so much you are brave to talk about what you have here on RU-vid that takes along of strength to do and being able to put it out to the world. Keep going Gina you are a strong momma love Rachel
First of all, how incredibly humble and couragious of you to openly talk about mental illness!! Wow. Im so greatful fornyou opening about what most people still thinknis a taboo. I have self diagnosed with depelression and anxiety after soooo many years of thinking I was "crazy". I have a very small circle and sadly not all of them understand how intense those episodes can get. I know my triggers and I work on staying positive and sorround myself with only positive people. Not easy but doable. Thank you for feeling comfortable about this and as long as we know that there is always going to be mean and negative and ignorant people.....we are not the problem....they are. Im not ashamed of my flaws and imperfections....it makes me who I am and that is..... A great mom, advocate, friend and a good wife. Keep up the good job and continue doing what you know and God bless you!!!
Thanks for sharing. Good for you that you have identified your triggers and figured out what works for you, regarding managing your mental illness. That is soooooo AWESOME!!! Mental Illness is real and very prevalent and I am thankful that you have used your platform to create awareness. I love your faith in God. Take care and stay strong.
Thank you opening up amd sharing. I have anxiety and have been dealing with it since 01 when I started college. Mine is triggered by stress. It makes me feel like I am having a heart attack. I was on medicine to help with it. I've have had to find alternative ways to work through it as the one I was on is linked to Alzheimer's. I have multiple members of my family that had Alzheimer's so that has been a struggle getting off of it. Plus stress at work was at an all time high earlier this year. I've been using my workouts and gardening as a stress reliever. Lately its been manageable but a daily struggle. Thank you for the encouragement!!!
You are very brave for sharing. I have loved ones that have BD and it is can be very hard at times. I'm glad you are doing well and taking care of your self!! Smooches!!
👍 I am so happy you are in a good place, and found what works for you ! I shared this with my daughter who also Is bi polar and also has anxiety ! I saw a couple thumbs down for this video seriously !!!
Thanks for sharing. I’m sure you helped someone today. You explained excellently what mental illness is. I suffer from depression and can’t do without my medication.
I love your energy and personality I still struggle with a crowd I can't stand it. I've came a long way. So happy you done this video. The good Lord has helped me a lot. God bless you!
Thank you so much for sharing, Gina. I think it is so important to be able to share what we have been through, or are going through, to hopefully help and encourage others .You are a strong woman to share with such honesty and openness. We surely need more understanding and education about emotional disorders. I have suffered from disabling anxiety,, and comments such as “ just relax” or “ you’re not trusting God enough” were not helpful, encouraging or kind. When I finally found medication that worked, and a pastoral councilor who told me that it was just the way God knit me together, and was my “thorn in my side”, I was able to let go of the shame and look for ways I could use it for good! It is extremely difficult to hear someone loosely use terms for their everyday day normal worries, inconveniences or stresses. Personally, when the term “ I had a panic attack” is casually said, I want to scream “ No you didn’t, and I hope you never do! “ Again, thank you for sharing! ❤️ from Leesburg
Thanks for sharing. I am so proud of you. My mom lived with bi-polar disorder and I would give anything to just be able to hug her one more time. Sending you a hug instead ❤️❤️❤️❤️xoxo Cynthia
So proud of you sweetie!! Totally get the schedule changes thing. My anxiety goes thru the roof if my plans change. My therapist is actually having me do planned changes to help train my mind to react better, if that makes sense. We shall see how that goes!! Love you!
You & I are so alike. Only difference is I'm not on medication because I'm paranoid to what it may do to me physically. My medicine is knowing GOD loves me I'm made in his image and although I struggle daily with normal functions I'm proud of how much good I do daily. I try not to focus on negativity and I stay far away from negativity. Love You xoxo
Thank you for sharing hon, I know is tough I also have bipolar disorder and it isn't easy but Thank God I have a wonderful husband n great team of professionals
Thank you so much for sharing your personal struggles with mental illness. I also have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and PTSD. I also deal with paranoia and anxiety with crowds. I'm very aware of my surroundings. I'm always looking for exits in case something happens. Sometimes I feel like I'm a bad mom because I feel like I rubbed off on my 13year old. She's very shy and scared to do things and it makes me feel like I did that to her. I have been on medication for 3 years now and yes its changed my life. I should've taken medication long ago but I hate taking any kind of pills. I'm okay with it now because I know I need it. Thank you so much for this video. WE ARE NOT ALONE!!
I think environmental change is a huge trigger especially if you are not around your loved ones anymore. You lose everything that is familiar and that can be very scary. The paranoid stuff goes away over time when you just stop caring what people think. Age can help with that. Age fixes a lot of things.
I adore your brave-ness, this is truly an amazing share. So many reasons for a share as such to be important not backlashed but we know the haters. God is my only judge to listen as well, thank you!
This is very helpful...💕💕 And I think your a very nice person..will always support you Also and since I’ve known you/and been on your channel You are a very great person 💯 💕💕 I love hearing about these type of videos I struggle with high anxiety/depression but take meds for mine also and have a therapist When I go to stores I don’t get mad easily I just mainly call customer service
Your beautiful inside and out thank you for sharing. I never knew the struggles people go through with this disorder and it’s good to know and understand the process. On top your a California girl yay I knew there was a reason I was drawn to you keep doing you girl your amazing 😉
Wow gina! So proud of you! Some of the things you discussed hit home I never knew for example like u said looking for an exit and such is catagorized as anxiety because I constantly am thinking things like that and never knew there was a name for it I thought I was just paranoid....thank you for being brave and opening up about this topic.....I had a really close friend or so I thought we were close and one day we were working and I told her I went to get medicine for depression and she totally talked crap behind my back to alot of people😑 and at the time I was so embarassed to have told her because this was 13 years ago and ur right people really didnt understand or have open minds...so I never went back again which probably explains the hott mess I have going on with myself for all these long years😉 again thank u for being brave and bringing awareness to mental health and that it's ok and it doesn't make someone a bad person for suffering! 💜💜💜💜
I am so glad that you were strong enough to make this video. I suffer from major depressive disorder and anxiety. I am probably borderline bipolar just with what you were saying. I know exactly where you're coming from. I went through a divorce and losing my dad this past year. I know that my illness was probably the cause of my divorce of twenty years. I yelled a lot and now I see what my triggers are with anxiety. Does couponing ever make you have anxiety? I love to coupon, and it in some weird way relaxes me. However, I get VERY anxious and lose it when something goes really bad. I cry and yell with my anxiety. Thanks again. I feel very alone and that nobody understands what I go through. thanks Gina.
Thanks Gina for sharing your story. I a family member that has the same problem and more added to the mix paranoid schizophrenia bipolar disorder mood disorder anxiety that cope with this everyday and I try to help her cope it's a little hard I don't understand everything, but I try she did seek counsel therapist once a week a psychiatrist once a month she does take medication for schizophrenia the mood stabilizers and for the bipolar depression he did find a mix that works very well and she's okay anxiety can't get kind of high sometimes. Thanks again for sharing your story.
Thanks for sharing. Outwardly, I understand the struggle. Why? My oldest son is bipolar. While I do not and would not want to know what goes on inside his head(I am quite sure its a scary scary place to be), I do know first hand what it is like for those of us that love a person with BPD. All you can do is the best you can do, day in and day out, hour by hour if necessary. My son was diagnosed at 7. He is about to turn 26. Since he was 18 he hasn't been on meds. He needs to be on meds. He absolutely refuses to take them. Luckily, he knows when things are getting bad so he comes straight to me. He knows I can talk him "down off the ledge". He doesn't live with me. The medication is life saving when you find the right combination. Its all pretty new for you, so just remember, this is a process. Just know you will change medication periodically. Try to remember every medication they put you on with your side effects. I suggest you keep it written down. Put it in a place where your husband, A knows where it is and B can get his hands on it. You just never know when you will need it. Keep it current. You can't imagine how many meds my son was on in the years he did take his meds. Ugh.
