Melancholy – A Poem
“And so being young and dipped in folly, I fell in love with melancholy.” Edgar Allen Poe Hello. You’re back. I remember you well. We go way back and are … Continue reading Melancholy – A Poem
Tag: faith
Ripple Effect of PTSD and Mental Illness
I wrote this about a week ago after a visit from my parents. My PTSD was triggered significantly after only seeing them briefly, but I made it through once again. … Continue reading Ripple Effect of PTSD and Mental Illness
The Things I would Have Missed
I am a suicide attempt survivor and because of that I will never be the same again. On February 17, 2018 I should have died. On that day I should … Continue reading The Things I would Have Missed
What Topics Should I Write in August?
I always have a good working list of topics I want to discuss on The Bipolar Writer blog. Often some of my blog posts are random thoughts that pop into … Continue reading What Topics Should I Write in August?
I Can See Jesus Through the Beautiful Scars You Wear
***Possible Trigger Warning*** This post contains content about cutting and self-harm. When I woke up this morning, I lifted the blankets off me and swung my legs around and off … Continue reading I Can See Jesus Through the Beautiful Scars You Wear
Taylor’s Interview Feature
Many of us in the mental illness community can trace our “story” from the very beginnings, and many stories start when we were teenagers. In my own experience when I … Continue reading Taylor’s Interview Feature
Looking for an Editor for The Bipolar Writer Blog
Hello my fellow bloggers. I am looking to expand two slots on my contributor writer blogger list. If you are interested please email me @jamesedgarskye22@gmail.com I am looking for those … Continue reading Looking for an Editor for The Bipolar Writer Blog
Interview Features – The Series
Since December I have been conducting interviews with people of all ages and sex that deal with the life of having a mental illness. It is my way to give … Continue reading Interview Features – The Series
I need my Sleep
My husband and I enjoy old movies. My favorite movies of all time are Casablanca and It’s a Wonderful Life. In fact, we have a jumbo canvas print of an original … Continue reading I need my Sleep
The Challenge of Self Love
As my depression has lifted over the last couple years, and even with it’s dips every so often, I am learning I have a final hurtle to conquer to really … Continue reading The Challenge of Self Love
Lost in the Forest of Mental Illness
I have never lived a life before. This is my first time living my life. I wasn’t sure how to do it. I did that best I could, but made … Continue reading Lost in the Forest of Mental Illness
Leigh’s Interview Feature
Imagine. Being entirely out of focus on the world around you. It is impossible to get out bed even for a moment. The struggle to be yourself is real, and … Continue reading Leigh’s Interview Feature
