Am I Imagining This?

When you live with bipolar disorder, you are constantly asking yourself this question.

People living with bipolar disorder typically experience periods in their life where their mood is dictated by the perceptions they have of the world and people around them.

For example, if you imagine that everyone in the cafeteria is staring at you and paying attention to what you say, do, eat... how do you react? Do you maintain a sense of poise and go about as normal? OR do you self-implode and feel anxious, guilty, afraid, or paranoid?

There can be some dire consequences and severe emotional disturbances for people dealing with a depressive episode. You may even experience anger or unrealistic rage during a manic episode. The bottom line is... there are eyes everywhere... and you feel like they are all on YOU!

I know from experience that my perception can drive my relationships into the ground... but quite honestly, it could also build them up... it all depends on how you MANAGE your BP.

When you manage your moods, instead of letting them manage you, you will find your reactions to be positive and your behaviors to be peaceful (with yourself and others). It is NOT easy, but it CAN be done! I am living proof!!!

So, tell me, how do YOU tell the difference between what is REAL and what is IMAGINED?? What kind of perceptions do you have that build or destroy your relationships with others?? Do you ever find yourself questioning what people really feel about you or how they see you/are they judging you?? Let's talk about it...

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