Ricky Shaw Media, LLC
Ricky Shaw Media, LLC
Episode #26 - Rough week
Episode #26 - Rough week
Episode #26 - Rough week
Tuesday 2nd March 2021
Join Diane and Jimmy as they navigate grief and stress while raising a bipolar child. Listen to 'The Bipolar Millennial' episode #26.
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Get the buttons here!Three Funerals, One Week: Coping with Loss and Raising a Bipolar Child
I spend a lot of time angry and then really it's for no reason...living with a bipolar person, I look for the positive more than the negative pole.
When life throws curveballs, how do you keep standing? In this episode of 'The Bipolar Millennial', Diane and Jimmy share their harrowing week that included three funerals in just three days. The middle one, involving a fireman who took his own life, hit especially close to home, stirring up painful memories and fresh grief. Through candid conversations, they reveal how they navigate the emotional rollercoaster of raising a child with bipolar disorder amidst such overwhelming sorrow.
Diane and Jimmy don't sugarcoat their struggles. They talk openly about their coping mechanisms, stress management techniques, and the vital role of self-care and support systems. Their story is not just about enduring tough times but also about finding pockets of positivity in the darkest moments. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by life's challenges or wondered how to keep going when it feels like too much, this episode offers a raw and honest look at resilience.
Tune in to hear Diane and Jimmy's journey through grief and gain some valuable insights into managing stress and cherishing life's small joys.