Louise Barnett

Together S.O.B.E.R.

Louise Barnett

  • 94. Your Spouse & Your Mental Health

94. Your Spouse & Your Mental Health

Thursday 19th October 2023

Join Louise Barnett as she shares her experiences with bipolar disorder and its impact on her marriage, offering insights into managing mental health in relationships.
15 minutes
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Together S.O.B.E.R.
Author:
Louise Barnett
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Love and Bipolar Disorder: Louise Barnett's Honest Story

Episode Overview

  • Louise shares her journey with bipolar disorder and its impact on her marriage
  • The importance of open communication and mutual understanding in a relationship
  • Insights into managing mental illness within a partnership
  • Emphasizing the need for empathy, education, and support
  • Practical tips for navigating mental health alongside a loved one
I have never distanced myself because of him or made him to feel outside of my experience. I have done the opposite. I've tried to include him as much as possible, educate him as much as possible, make him feel part of my world, not outside of it. And trust that he loves me for exactly who I am.
Ever wondered how mental health challenges can affect your relationship? In this heartfelt episode of 'Together S.O.B.E.R.', Louise Barnett, a former Fortune 100 Global Sales Director turned Jay Shetty Accredited Life Coach, opens up about her personal experience with bipolar disorder and its impact on her marriage. Louise doesn't shy away from the tough conversations, sharing the struggles and triumphs of disclosing her diagnosis to her spouse.
She dives into the importance of open communication, mutual understanding, and the role of empathy in managing mental illness within a partnership. Louise's candid storytelling offers a raw and relatable perspective, shedding light on the everyday realities of living with bipolar disorder while nurturing a loving relationship. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating mental health challenges with a partner, providing practical advice and heartfelt reflections that resonate deeply.