Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
567 Bipolar Twins Maria & Anna Duke
567 Bipolar Twins Maria & Anna Duke
567 Bipolar Twins Maria & Anna Duke
Friday 26th November 2021
Twins Anna and Maria Duke discuss living with bipolar disorder on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'. Learn about their journey, support system, and coping strategies.
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Get the buttons here!Twins Anna and Maria Duke: Navigating Bipolar Disorder Together
It's important to understand that being bipolar doesn't define who we are. It's just one part of us. We are still Anna and Maria, and we have so much more to offer than just our diagnosis.
Ever wondered what it's like to share a mental health journey with your twin? In this heartfelt episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', Paul Gilmartin sits down with Anna and Maria Duke, the dynamic duo behind the Bipolar Bicoastal Podcast. These sisters open up about their unique experiences with bipolar disorder, shedding light on both the diagnosed and supportive roles they play in each other's lives.
Anna and Maria take us back to their childhood, sharing memories that range from their parents' arguments to a home robbery, and how these events shaped their early years. They discuss the momentous year when they each discovered their bipolar diagnosis, just a year apart, and the whirlwind of emotions that followed.
The sisters don't shy away from the tough topics, diving into Anna's battle with hypersexuality and sexual trauma, and how they navigate the ups and downs of mania and depression. Financial challenges are also on the table, as they talk about managing money while dealing with mental illness. But it's not all doom and gloom.
Anna and Maria emphasize the importance of safe spaces and robust support systems, sharing their go-to coping mechanisms and self-care routines that help them stay grounded. By the end of the episode, you'll see that being bipolar is just one part of who Anna and Maria are. They remind us that mental illness doesn't define them; it's just a piece of their larger puzzle.
Their story is a testament to the power of sibling support and the resilience of the human spirit. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that offers both empathy and practical insights for anyone touched by mental illness.