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Maddie Brygel & Jason Weel
Maddie Brygel & Jason Weel
A Slowly Drifting Iceberg
A Slowly Drifting Iceberg
Thursday 26th November 2020
David Westgate discusses living with Bipolar 1, balancing professional success with personal struggles, and finding joy in simple pleasures.
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Maddie Brygel & Jason Weel
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“Making Sense of Chaos” is a podcast of people sharing their personal reflections on death, grief and chaos.
Hosts Jason and Maddie currently work as counsellors in the addiction and family violence ...(view more)
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Healing Relationships
Body & Mind
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
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Get the buttons here!David Westgate on Bipolar 1: Navigating Highs, Lows, and Finding Joy
You feel normal after you've come out of the depression...that's because I'm an old guy and I've experienced it so much. Somebody who's been driving for years is going to be a better driver than you, no matter how good your instincts and stuff, because they just know things you know they go.
Imagine being the life of the party one moment and feeling utterly desolate the next. That's the reality David Westgate has lived with for over 35 years. In this episode of 'Making Sense of Chaos', hosts Maddie Brygel and Jason Weel sit down with David, a keynote speaker for the Black Dog Institute, to explore his journey with Bipolar 1. David doesn't hold back as he recounts the stark contrasts between his professional success and personal struggles.
One minute he's dazzling clients in a boardroom, the next he's breaking down in a restroom. This episode isn't just about the dark times, though. David shares how he finds joy in life's simple pleasures, like meaningful relationships and moments of connection. He stresses the importance of recognizing mental health challenges and seeking help, debunking the myth that asking for support is a sign of weakness.
Whether you're dealing with similar issues or supporting someone who is, David's story offers a raw, honest look at living with Bipolar 1 and finding light in the darkest of times.