The Upside of Bipolar: Conversations on the Road to Wellness

Send us a message! In this life-changing conversation with Dr. Bonnie Kaplan–a pioneer researcher in the field of nutrition and mental health–she shares: How she began studying the link between nutrition and mental health, Why she wrote her extraordinary book The Better Brain (link below), Macronutrients vs. micronutrients, Why we can’t test yet for what nutrients our brain is lacking; Why special...

Send us a message! Such an powerfully enlightening conversation with psychotherapist Anna Khandrueva: Her story of her diagnosis and how it lead to a career change to becoming a psychotherapist; How living with bipolar has helped her to become a more effective therapist; How to understand trauma healing and “post-traumatic growth” Why she started her Instagram and podcast to help spread awareness...

Send us a message! In this SPECIAL episode I share how I developed the Mood Cycle Survival Guide and learned to successfully navigate my bipolar mood swings beginning my path to wellness–and you can too! BONUS: Details about the March Mad-less challenge running from March 20-March 31st in the Facebook group. FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/  The Upside of Bipola...

Send us a message! This is a very inspiring conversation with Kate Simonet, author of “Out of the Darkness”. Kate shares: Her story that includes a psychotic break in a foreign country, subsequent hospitalizations, suicide attempt and the journey to stability, Her advocacy work in suicide prevention, The importance of being honest in seeking help to heal, The importance of giving yourself grace an...

Send us a message! You’ll love this conversation with my wonderful guest Scott Ninneman of Speaking Bipolar! Scott shares: His experience with diagnosis and struggle to find an effective treatment. The self-care tools and routines that have helped him thrive with bipolar. How the tragic loss of a friend gave him the courage to start his blog to encourage others on their journey with bipolar. Why h...

Send us a message! Wow! What an enlightening and powerful conversation with holistic psychiatrist Jennifer Giordano, DO. She shares: Her experience transitioning from the traditional psychiatric treatment model to holistic treatment model. The dependence created by psychiatric medications and the challenges of withdrawals. The holistic psychiatric approach to healing. Instagram: @drjennifergiordan...

Send us a message! This episode is so uplifting. Megan shares: Her experience with diagnosis Her favorite tools that help her manage her disorder How she uses her art and writing to share hope and encouragement with others who are struggling with mental health challenges. Instagram:  @thisismegan_r Megan was diagnosed with bipolar 1 in 2020. She also has diagnoses of PTSD and anxiety. The tools sh...

Send us a message! I had an awesome conversation with Wendy Bowers of BWW Branding who has helped me identify how to effectively share what I’ve learned about how to live well with bipolar.  In this episode Wendy and I discuss how the Map to Wellness was developed. We talk about: The challenge of figuring out how to live well with bipolar on your own. The importance of choosing a life-style change...

Send us a message! In this episode I share the three major mindset shifts that will help you live well with your disorder: It's normal to grieve when you are diagnosed with bipolar. Allow yourself to grieve without getting stuck in grief. Stop comparing yourself to other people--or to who you thought you were or should be--with tips on how to love and value yourself as you are. The recovery c...

Send us a message! In this first episode I share: My personal journey with bipolar starting with my initial diagnosis and a decade of getting progressively worse including hospitalizations, electroconvulsive therapy and suicide attempts. How I learned that it’s possible to live well with bipolar. One of the most important tools that will start you on the path to wellness with this disorder. FREE M...

Send us a message! My guest Sarah Fox, host of the Rough Edges Podcast, shares: Her experiences with mania, psychosis and depression that lead to her diagnosis with bipolar type one.  The treatment approach that helped her to begin successfully managing her bipolar. How mood tracking can help get more effective treatment. Why she started her podcast How her faith in God helped her have hope in her...

Send us a message! My guest Temple Leffingwell shares : Her story of marrying someone who was later diagnosed with bipolar. How she began coaching partners and loved ones of people with bipolar on how to help their bipolar loved one and how to practice self-care for themselves. How she learned about the importance of nutrition for mental health. How to help loved ones learn how to set healthy boun...

Send us a message! My guest Desiree Argentina, licensed Clinical Social Worker and Host of The Wellness Project with Des podcast, shares: Some of the reasons people resist therapy. Some different modalities that therapists utilize to help their clients. Resources and tips to help you find a therapist. How to stay connected with your therapist to be proactive in your treatment long term. What to do...

Send us a message! Welcome to The Upside of Bipolar: Conversations on the Road to Wellness Podcast FREE Mood Cycle Survival Guide: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/free/  The Upside of Bipolar: 7 Steps to Heal Your Disorder: @upsideofbipolar | Linktree website: https://theupsideofbipolar.com/ email: michelle@theupsideofbipolar.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theupsideofbipolar/ TikTok: theu...