Vicky Midwood
Vicky Midwood
S5 EP22: Bipolar is NOT a death sentence - it’s a journey, and you CAN thrive!
S5 EP22: Bipolar is NOT a death sentence - it’s a journey, and you CAN thrive!
S5 EP22: Bipolar is NOT a death sentence - it’s a journey, and you CAN thrive!
Tuesday 1st April 2025
Ana Ruiz shares her journey with bipolar disorder, offering hope and practical advice on managing the condition and building supportive relationships.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Supportive
Hopeful
Educational
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Vicky Midwood
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sobriety Toolkit
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Understanding bipolar disorder as nervous system dysregulation.
- The importance of having a supportive partner.
- Ana's journey from diagnosis to acceptance.
- Strategies for managing bipolar disorder, including somatic practices.
- The role of trauma in mental health conditions.
Don't give up. It may mean that you need to ask for help, but don't give up.
In this episode of RAW CHATTER, Vicky Midwood invites Ana Ruiz, a Relationship Coach for women with bipolar disorder, to share her journey and unique insights into living with bipolar disorder. Ana opens up about her personal experiences, from her initial shock and anger at her diagnosis to the various strategies she has employed over the years to manage her condition.
She discusses how her own definition of bipolar disorder as a nervous system dysregulation has helped her and others better understand and cope with the condition. Ana emphasises the importance of having a supportive partner and shares how her husband has been a crucial part of her journey towards stability and acceptance. She also touches on her work as a relationship coach, helping women with bipolar disorder build and maintain healthy relationships.
Ana’s story is both inspiring and educational, offering hope and practical advice for those affected by bipolar disorder. If you’re looking for a heartfelt and informative discussion on managing bipolar disorder and fostering supportive relationships, this episode is a must-listen.