Living with bipolar disorder has taken me to some very dark places. At times, I felt disconnected from the world around me, as though I were watching life continue while I struggled just to make it through the day.
My thoughts could become overwhelming, and the person I knew myself to be seemed harder to find. Ordinary responsibilities required more energy than I had, while fear and uncertainty made it difficult to imagine feeling better.
Eventually, I learned that I didn't have to find my way through everything by myself. Accepting support and taking care of my mental health helped me begin moving forward.
The darkness is part of my experience, but it is not all of who I am. Even during my lowest moments, I have learned that another day can bring a different light.