I'm published again!
This time in The Root, an online publication geared toward the black community. It was founded by Harvard University's Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
I wanted to be published in a black publication. But I haven't heard back from Essence or Ebony magazines so I'm glad to have gotten The Root.
You can read my article here.
Thanks for sharing. I guess you were diagnosed right when you started treatment (7 years ago). That must have been fun.
ReplyDeleteI had my first episode (of depression) in 2006. However, I wasn't diagnosed until I had a manic episode in 2007. I've been in treatment ever since.
DeleteI commend you on learning to live with your diagnosis! This is a subject I know all too well being the child of a bipolar parent! I too have considered writing a book about it but reliving those old and current details are profoundly painful! I pray your story has a happier ending!
ReplyDeleteYes, it's been trial and error, but I'm somewhat of an expert in me now. I can't imagine how difficult that must have been being raised by a bipolar parent. I assume, they were not medicated? May you find solace in therapy. Although the writing is very therapeutic.
DeleteI love everything about you. I had my first manic episode in 2010 but didnt learn to accept it until a year later when my mother finally pushed me to go see our doctor. I havent been on medication for over a year because I just supplement with zinc supplements and try to avoid my triggers. I have learned so much about myself though that I never once regret having bipolar disorder, its made me the awesome person I am today! I'm really open with my friends about how I feel and what I go through but havent had time to get around to doing a blog. Thumbs up to you Monique!
ReplyDeleteAww, thanks for the love! Seeking help is the highest form of self-love. That's good that you don't need to be on medicine. I on the other hand will be on medicine the rest of my life. I've found medicines that work for me. I don't feel groggy or out of it at all. I also supplement the meds with acupuncture, deep breathing, exercise and healthy eating. Good luck to you!
DeleteWe BP persons. Sound so similar - no filter and euphoric. Hypomania has been fun. The price is a period of emotional paralysis. Since my diagnosis I recognize more BP in people. Do you notice the condition in others?
ReplyDeleteYes, I love the mania! I'm lucky, I don't get irritable often, just euphoric. Other than the depression, I haven't been emotionally paralyzed. The only person I've diagnosed is my mom. Lol. I know I inherited it from her. She's not diagnosed though.
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