bipolar – Page 2 – Mental Illness is My Superpower

Depression is a Liar

I am ready to get back to work tomorrow. I’m excited to see my co-workers, get out of the house, see some kiddos. I am not worried about getting through the day tomorrow, or the week next week. So why is the voice in my head threatening me with You’re not good enough and YouContinue reading “Depression is a Liar”

Return To Work, Take Two

“What should I tell people when I go back to work?” “I just want to be treated normally by my co-workers.” “I’m worried I’ll get fired.” “How will I handle the judgment from my colleagues?” These are just some of the concerns I heard from the amazing people in partial hospitalization who were preparing toContinue reading “Return To Work, Take Two”

Mental Illness Superpowers: An Intro

I’m Ali. I am a full-time occupational therapist. I live in a house with my husband and fur-babies. I have been married for four years. Some of my interests include traveling and spending time outdoors, playing music, creating art, writing, and watching my favorite TV shows. Oh, and did I mention I have a mentalContinue reading “Mental Illness Superpowers: An Intro”