Mixed Episode Help
Hi there. This is my first time posting here, but I am currently in the midst of a mixed episode and wondering what people do to find some semblance of relief. Im restless, cant think straight, and cant stop crying. Im also finding that Im too anxious to leave the house. Any tips or tricks would be greatly appreciated. xx
Hi @jm619
I am currently in a mixed episode myself... Because I am Bipolar 1 - rapid cycler, I find myself with mixed episodes a lot. Sometimes things that work one time won't work the next so I am constantly trying to update my skills! I have found the most relief with distraction techniques. I shift my attention and focus to something else -- even if I am crying or anxious while doing it. Sometimes I watch tv and let my self get distracted that way. Sometimes I listen to a podcast or an audiobook. I like to crochet, so I do that sometimes. I also have a dog - whom I adore - and she is a lap dog! When there are times that I just can't DO anything, I sit in my favorite chair and hold her on my lap and just pet her. I purposely try to empty my mind and think about "blank space". I feel that anything you can try that gives you a little bit of respite from the yuckiness is a good idea. Hope you are feeling more stable soon.
@CreativeLlama this helps, and you
@jm619...hi. Real Talk I know where you are...have the t shirt. Message me and we can chat if you want? Stay up my friend.
@jm619...hi. Real Talk I know where you are...have the t shirt. Message me and we can chat if you want? Stay up my friend.