Are You High, Low or Level?

[PrairieGurl]

I actually got this idea from reading Berry's Thread. I was just gonna add my own 'state' and then thought maybe we could have a specific spot where we could let one another 'know where we're at'. A spot where those who come and just read posts...could see the 'regular' cycle (or lack of regularity) in a bi-polars life, even on the 'right' meds.

I have seen the danger signs that a low was over the horizan in my own life. Things were going too well and I chose to ignore the signs of a major low coming. A major low...maybe that's a stretch cause I am here typing.
I just want the world to stop spinning so I can get off.
The stress of a stressed marriage, one son with a major attitude problem, forgetting to eat, not going to sleep early enough and some other bad choices on my part, have left me crying out for .
I'm calling in sick today from work....and the fall starts or maybe correctly stated...I am falling.

Your right Berry...this does stink!!!!

Wendy

 

[Lilli]

Hi Wendy,

I'm sorry you aren't feeling well today. I will be praying for you today! I'm feeling ok today, I guess. Right now I am just feeling a little overwhelmed because I have so much to do today and here it is 10 am and I'm still in my jammies.

Feel free to PM me if you want to talk. Wishing you a brighter day.

Blessings,
Lilli

 

[berry2000]

(((((((((WEndy))))))))))))))
Oh I can so relate. In fact I could have written it myself. Thankfully I am on good meds and these days get shorter and the falls seem less deep. I'm praying hte same for you.

As for me...my hormones are leveling and so is my mood. I'm still a little on the low/slow side...but not as bad as the past two days.

Sorry you have to stay home from work. That always causes my emotions to run wild. Wishing and praying for peace and sending hugs.

 

[broken4him]

I am level after a two month low.

Wendy I pray that you get to feeling better.

 

[Mitsy]

I am level praise God ! I was low for a couple weeks! Hope you feel better Wendy and berry

 

[youthwalk]

ing for you Wendy and Berry. May the Father above minister to each need you may have and may He continually strengthen and uplift you. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen.

I'm there. Not too good really. But I think that's due to some situations I'm being faced with and not due to bipolar. Otherwise, outside of the situation...I'm quite stable.

 

[walshclan]

I guess I'm high to level. Going to bed late...getting up early...Starting new projects...a little high strung. Wish I could get something done!!

Praying for you, Berry and Wendy. If everything happens like before I will be joining you soon.

Connie

 

[berry2000]

I'm level now (my period is over so my hormones are level) and I should be good for about 2-3 weeks. Finally, I'm normal for a time again.

 

[united4Peace]

I dont know.
I think Im leveling out.
I just got my menstraul so alot of tension is gone.
However Ive also upped my mood pills(without my doctors knowledge) which may or may not be helping.
Am experimenting somewhat. :o
Decided to experiment as my anxiety was out there...I didnt want to leave the house.
We'll see

 

[PrairieGurl]

Funny how when one has a virus or two...things are worse. This is what I found out from the doc today
Could it be a bacterial infection that could be 'cured' with antibiotics...no, that isn't my 'luck' But...I am thankful that I am NOT in the state I was three months ago....so I'm okay with this kinda 'illness'.

Thanks for all your posts...I just find it so encouraging to hear where others are in this journey we call... living with b/p.

s & s,
Wendy

 

[jamesrwright3]

I am bipolar II or I guess Bipolar NS? I never had high's just crushing lows. It runs in my family. I have been on Lactimal and it has worked wonders...never ever down

 

[Alive again]

I am level mood wise, on my meds the depression that defined my life has pratically disappeared. I tend slightly to manic on meds, but maybe that is just my perception after a lifetime of depression!!! I am physically exhausted right now an dknow I must rest or the mood will deteriorate as well!! I am adding to my prayers for all of you, May you be blessed by God today in a way that will speak to your heart and being glory to our God and Savior!!!

 

[PrairieGurl]

I am bipolar II or I guess Bipolar NS? I never had high's just crushing lows. It runs in my family. I have been on Lactimal and it has worked wonders...never ever down

Hi James,

Thanks for posting.
I believe this disease does run in families. See it in my own.
So you're just on Lactimal? For how long?
I'm glad it's working for you.
My dream ...to 'never ever have major downs' in my life.

Wendy

 

[PrairieGurl]

I am level mood wise, on my meds the depression that defined my life has pratically disappeared. I tend slightly to manic on meds, but maybe that is just my perception after a lifetime of depression!!! I am physically exhausted right now an dknow I must rest or the mood will deteriorate as well!! I am adding to my prayers for all of you, May you be blessed by God today in a way that will speak to your heart and being glory to our God and Savior!!!

Hi Alive,

Are you 'inbetween travels'? (I'll go check your latest post, no need to answer here )

That physical exhaustion is a major enemy of ours, isn't it? Do you take the time to rest? Many times I don't, because I can't remember when I have (even when down) 'felt' this good, and I don't want to miss anything!

Today is just a day of total exhaustion...due to self-infliction mostly I think...plus with the emotional thoughts dominating my mind. Just extremely mellow.

s & s,
Wendy

 

[pkgirl]

I am on a low-level mood right now but I have had a 5 day high prior to getting the low, so I have God to praise for that time.

 

[jamesrwright3]

Well this weekend I had "minor" down period
I am not sure why
Still, with medication, it was not anywhere near what it was before. It was definitely manageable. In times prior, it was absolutely crushing and incapcitating

 

[wonderwaleye]

I am bipolar II or I guess Bipolar NS? I never had high's just crushing lows. It runs in my family. I have been on Lactimal and it has worked wonders...never ever down

Dear Jamesrwright3


I take the generic called
" LAMOTRIGINE " and it also works wonders with me.


My son lived in misery from 1998 till about 3 months ago. When the doctors found I used the drug they put my son on it. They said if it works well with one member of the family it should also work for him.


My son says it's a miracle drug for him as this is the very first he has felt good. He used to always have to be reminded to take his meds. Not now as he likes feeling GOOD.



IN TIMES GOOD AND BAD WE NEED TO REMEMBER:





X Even though you can't see him, GOD is there!!! O
( click on the x and drag to the O ) ( then see who is with you ) steven

 

[JuliaBond]

I am level and moderate.

 

[Alive again]

More rested today, but am laying low this week and continuing to rest, despite the incredible desire to get those things on my list DONE!!!!! : )
Does anyone else battle this????

 

[youthwalk]

Hi Alive...yes...I battle that...well it's not much of a battle since I tend to give in to that urge. I'll be miserable if I don't

I'm ok...I don't really know how I feel.I haven't been eating much too...I sleep alot though. Waiting for the drama I'm facing to cool down and then maybe I'll feel better.