Ashleigh Butterss
Ashleigh Butterss
Ep 82. Unmasking Bipolar, with Sara Schley
Ep 82. Unmasking Bipolar, with Sara Schley
Ep 82. Unmasking Bipolar, with Sara Schley
Sunday 21st January 2024
Sara Schley discusses living with Bipolar II, late diagnosis, cognitive struggles, and the importance of medication on 'Behind The Smile' podcast.
57 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Sara Schley openly discusses her journey with Bipolar II and emphasizes the cognitive breakdown associated with the disorder.
- The importance of proper medication and overall health management in successfully navigating bipolar disorder is highlighted.
- Sara shares insights into her Emergency Mental Health Team (EMHT) system, providing a valuable resource for listeners.
- Ash Butterss leads a candid and insightful conversation, aiming to break the stigma surrounding mental health and trauma.
- Listeners gain valuable understanding of bipolar disorder triggers and the impact of late diagnosis, offering hope and support.
I can't do dishes not because I don't want to, but because I literally can't figure out how to do them. I can't fold laundry and put it away. It's overwhelming. You can't make those decisions because your brain is just somehow cognitively overloaded and then you're flooded with shame. It's like, I want people to understand that it really is a cognitive breakdown.
Ever wondered what it's really like to live with Bipolar II? In this episode of 'Behind The Smile', Ash Butterss sits down with Sara Schley, an organizational consultant, spiritual leader, author, entrepreneur, and someone who knows firsthand the challenges of Bipolar II. Sara opens up about her late diagnosis—25 years later than it should have been—and the cognitive struggles that came with it.
She emphasizes how crucial the right medication is for managing her condition and shares how misdiagnoses can complicate things even further. But it's not all doom and gloom; Sara's story is one of resilience and advocacy. She talks about her Emergency Mental Health Team (EMHT) system and offers practical advice for supporting someone living with bipolar disorder. From understanding triggers to the power of support networks, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.
Whether you're dealing with bipolar yourself or supporting someone who is, Sara's experiences and advice could be just what you need to hear.