Friendships aren’t always easy, especially when one of the parties is a little bit different than the rest. Having a mental health disorder, such as bipolar disorder, can make navigating friendships a little more difficult although it can be done! Our host, Bailey, dives deep into what she’s learned in order to help keep the relationships with her friends strong and healthy.
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Episode 12: STOP the Stigmas! – Show Notes
The stigmas that surround mental health are one of the biggest reasons why people choose to NOT get help, even when they know they really need it. Tune in as our host, Bailey Reber, goes deep into this unfamiliar and often “touchy” topic. Learn about some of the myths regarding bipolar disorder in this two-part segment while learning to understand how these common misconceptions are dangerous.
I Track My Moods – Here’s Why
That photo up top may look a little familiar, eh? That’s because it’s one of the few that I’ve posted on Instagram and Facebook to give you a visual of what my mood journal actually looks like. I even hand out freebies so you can make one for yourself. But I’ve come to realize thatContinue reading “I Track My Moods – Here’s Why”
Episode 11: Alcohol + Bipolar Disorder = Nothing Good… – Show Notes
How does alcohol affect someone diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder? Well, the word “positive” is far from the answer to that question… Tune in as our host, Bailey Reber, recalls how alcohol affected her mood as well as the manic/depressive swings during her younger days. She dives deeper into the topic by providing research and facts while also encouraging those currently struggling with the disorder that happier days are ahead.
Episode 10: Hello, My Name is Mary Jane – Show Notes
Warning: the contents of this episode contain many controversial opinions as well as many scientific facts sprinkled among them. Please keep in mind that the topic discussed contains my opinions based upon my personal experiences with marijuana and the experiences of others that I’ve observed. Listen at your own risk.
Episode 9: It’s a Party and We’re Underage – Show Notes
We all know that we’re not supposed to drink until we’re legally allowed to by the United States government at age 21, but does anyone actually know why? Tune in as Bailey dives deep into the realities of underage drinking. She discusses the dangers associated with it while recounting shocking events that entailed as she discovered alcohol while just 16 years old. Learn how underage drinking can harm you later on into adulthood as well as healthier substitutes to replace a drinking habit with.
Why I Do What I Do
For those of you who have been keeping up with the weekly episodes I release for Distressed to Joyful; Bailey’s Way (thanks for your support, by the way!), you probably already have a pretty good idea as to why I’m sharing so much personal information publicly. For those of you who haven’t yet tuned in,Continue reading “Why I Do What I Do”