Tag: coping mechanisms

• From Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to INorder in 5 Simple Steps

  

  In a previous post, I shared many resources to help cope with and manage bipolar disorder. At the level of “superpower” in living with and managing any mental illness is self-awareness. Next to acceptance, being self-aware is the most important facet in treating Post Traumatic Stess Disorder (PTSD). This post will be peppered with quotes…

  Daniel Fortune

  October 10, 2022

  Mental Health, Mental Illness, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

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• My Journey From Bipolar Disorder to Bipolar INorder

  

  I started this blog to help others who struggle with mental illness to have a friend in the fight and ample resources to cope, manage, and heal. With the right resources, it’s possible to go from disorder to INorder.

  Daniel Fortune

  October 7, 2022

  Bipolar Disorder, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Minding My Own Madness

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• QOTD #9: Bleeding On the Ones We Love

  

  Over the years, in dealing with my mental health issues, the ones closest to me have had to ride the emotional rollercoaster with me. Sometimes, in our struggles with mental illness, we can forget that we’re not the only ones affected by it. It’s not that we’re selfish, it’s just that we’ve been in survival…

  Daniel Fortune

  September 22, 2022

  Bipolar Disorder, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), quotes to live by

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