I am so discurged

Please know Linda that you are in my prayers. I too suffer from Bipolar. I empathize with everything you are saying, right down to the expense of the medication. My medicines have been changes so much, that I feel like a guinea pig sometimes. Nothing right now seems to work. I am tired all the time, yet only able to get snippets of sleep. Sometimes, I just sit and cry too. I hide it from my hubby though. He is great, but I know that it upsets him to see my like this. What meds are they trying on you? If nothing else, I can be an ear for you that understands where you are coming from.

Oh dear I'm so sorry to hear your having a bad time of it. I don't have personal experience but I have 2 good friends who suffer from bipolar and it's not fun. Both are married and luckily for them their husbands are nearing sainthood otherwise they wouldn't be able to live with these women. I've had each of them call me at different times and do nothing but cry then the next day call and it's like there was never anything at all wrong in their lives. One of them found a medication that worked great for her (had insurance through her husbands work) but the other talked to her doctor about the same medication so he tried it and it didn't help her at all. Bipolar is so different for each person. Lifting you up in prayers and you can vent on me anytime, I may not have any answers but I'm here for you.

Awwwwww Linda I am so sorry and I do hope you feel a bit beter. I know what you mean as I feel the same about my Illness, as I also have found out today that they might want to take a Cat scan of my Lungs to see how far advanced it really is and why I am always suffering with these Infections. Now try this. If you like reading when it is time to go to bed then go to bed with a good Book and just read, loose yourself in another world. You might not be sleeping but my Doctor always told me that the body is resting though. I do this and I actually get tired and sleep. Also again try and lie down in the afternoons and rest. You need to relax Girl. I had to learn this. If you can't sleep then close your eyes and think of something nice, something that you dream of, my case is being in the Ocean with Dolphins swimming round me. Also get some Yoghurt Drinks as I have just been told by my new Doctor that they are the best Vitamins. I hope that this works for you. Do not lie there thinking about the Illness close your eyes and dream of what you would like to do or where you want to go and just let yourself drift, it does work for me. Big Hugs to you Girl and shout if you need someone

That's a lot of medication for bipolar. Do they offer you samples? or can you get generics? I think you should sit down and talk to your doctor about this and if he can't help you find another doctor.

I am sorry to hear Linda. well I have not much idea about bipolar, but I am sure there must be some kind of medicine. I only can pray for your wellness. Please take care,God bless you.lol jimmy

I have Bipolar also 10 years ago I felt pretty much like you decsribe. I feel MUCH better now, not totally better but almost I think. First just accet it and give in to it, take naps when you can, try smelling lavender oil to relax. Also eat like 9 fish oil pills per day cuz its good for nerves and won't hurt you. Then see your docs and work out what meds work best for you. kurtbiewald@gmail.com hang in there, ther is hope

You are always included in my prayers my friend I knew you gone thru many problems for the past few days and you too having a bipolar I knew with faith and trust in god you can overcome this trial in due time. I have few notes on this medical condition during my studies on medical transcription hope this be of help in one way or another. Allow yourself to relax and set aside time for relaxation. Make a commitment to spend some time relaxing at the same time each day or week. Write it on your schedule or calendar if you need to be reminded. Experiment with different relaxation methods until you find the one that is right for you. Some methods that have worked for others include: Walking,Listening to music,Light exercise such as dancing or bicycling,Breathing, muscle tension or visualization exercises. These involve taking deep breaths and concentrating on your breathing; or tensing, then relaxing muscle groups one by one, from toes to head; or visualizing a calm, safe, stress-free place. Ask a therapist for suggestions or instructions. Meditation or yoga,Music,Art. Spend some time using your relaxation techniques immediately before or after stressful events. Also it will be helpful Arrange to have a supportive “buddy” and set aside time to talk to one another about stressful issues and offer support and guidance. "I think myLot fits with this category lol!! When things are troubling you, talk about them with a trusted friend (your “buddy” or another good friend), family member or health care provider before stress builds up and leads to a crisis. If you are not ready to talk about a troubling issue, write down your feelings and thoughts in a journal or on paper you throw away. Writing can be a good release, and reading your journal entries over a period of time can give you some insights into some of your thought, feeling or behavior patterns. It may be easier for you to express yourself through music, art or other creative activities. It is not necessary for you to worry about the quality of your work or share it with anyone when you are finished. Take care my friend and keep the positive outlook, I will always be your friend to listen to you. I'm a pm away.

My dearest Linda, You sound so fustrated!! And since I deal with Bipolar mysself. sounds like you have swung into thte beginnings of a "manic" phase. I remember mine;little to O sleep, felt like an internal engine woould not turn off!! I take Depakote ER.. Have you tried this?? It is a mood balancer.. keeps one from feeling too "down" and/or "racing" Pleae feel free to write me a message anytime; I really truly understand !!!!! sending love and many hugs!! meredith

I am soory Linda, it must be very difficult. I battle depression, something awful, and I know the toll it takes on me. My cousin suffers from being bipolar. It is a daily struggle for her too. I see and hear what is going on with here, and my heart goes out to you. I will keep you in my prayers.

God bless you linda345. I will keep you in my prayers. I suffer from depression too, but not bipolar. I am not well educated about bipolar, but from people I know that have it, it can be pretty bad. I will pray for it not to drag you down any more. God bless you and may the Lord be with you always.

Sorry things are so bad hon .I'm thinking of you and sending a big hug Smile it can not hurt. R

My Brother is Bi-Polar, and I can only imagine what you are going through. He had it really tough a while back, and even took 50 napersens one day. He went to his doctor, and they were able to get him a good "cocktail" of medicines that has helped him greatly. He is working again, having fun, and has his life back. I will find out what pills he is taking, and let you know asap. Until then, best wishes.

Bipolar desorder seems to be under control when the pateint tries to practise yoga,Pranic healing.You need to learn how to do pranayama.Which is purely breathing exercise, which will calming down and getting the grip on the chemical imbalance, Travel to India and tries to get this theraphy called Ayurvedic oil baths and learing Yoga will do lots of help in the condition.

i dont know if i have the same problem or illness. but i have the same feelings. My body is exhausted but my mind wont stop working. I cant sleep either. i eat only because my family asks me to. i want to die almost everyday. im afraid of a lot of things but mostly of everything that might go wrong. So my mind is doing all the work, thinking in advance, planning for everything, checking if everything will be in order. When something fails, even if its not my fault, in the end i blame myself, asking myself if i have thought of everything it wont have failed. I get angry all the time. but take note of this, a year ago, before i got pregnant. i am a very patient and forgiving person. But i dont have it anymore. i dont go out. if i go out, i dont want to go home. i dont talk to my friends but i want to talk to them like before. all in all im just living my life because i cant die. because im still afraid of God. I just want the pain to stop.

I feel really sorry for you. This is a terrible problem. Try to go outside and for a small walk. Every day, try to do just a little of some major task. Sleep or rest whenever you have the chance. Talk to people, about anything, not your illness, even if it's the super market chick and no more than 'nice day how are you getting on, busy? Slowly try to do a little more each day, prepare for reversals, do some craft that is tactile. Not too much TV or computer. Sweet dreams.

I am not bipolar but I do know what it's like not to sleep. I have insomnia. And it does suck.

Never say never. I hope you can see yourself feeling better soon. Start to tell yourself you feel good. Tell yourself you are healthy. If you know how the law of attraction works, you have the possibility of changing your health. Tell yourself, which is the same as telling the universe, that you are feeling well and living healthy. You positive thoughts concerning your health might be able to change things for you. What could it hurt? I am saying a prayer for your return to good health. Don't ever give up on having good health.

don't loose your hope and set your mind like you never get recovered from the illness from which u r suffering,be positive and say to urself that you can,you can.... and i am sure that you soon recover your health,wish you good luck and good health.

Hi Dear, I don't wanna sympathise with you though I feel a bit sad at what you exclaimed. Actually, if I try to describe my hardships at the moment which I have suffered till now, I swear that perhaps I myself won't believe that I have got through them. My father was the only idol I worshipped............ and I've lost him. I've not lost him but my whole dogma, whole divinity and............ I know you can well imagine what I wanna say! My heart is broken my dear, but I laugh, cheer and listen pop music. Doctor has asked me take some tests and I'm sure that I'll be positive in all of them...............so I didn't went to laboratory. I've to live. For the people who love me not less than I did my father. Haven't you to live......enjoying, cheering, clapping to the beauty of life, for those who concern you, like..............like me. Neglect all what is ugly. That's not for us. Your diction tells that you have a strong will to discover and reveal............why shouldn't it be love? Go and be proud as strong will is the one that lacerates the hearts of mountain rocks...............lo, the delicate spring has popped up...........that's life, sweeti. Ain't it?

Just don't loose hope and time will come that you'll be normal again. Cope up and in time, it will pay off.