This is just a short episode to talk about intrusive thoughts.

Intrusive Thoughts

That’s right, I’m back! In this episode, I talk a bit about where I’ve been and the Intensive Outpatient Program I took part in recently. In news, what else is there but the coronavirus? I talk a little bit about how to cope with health anxiety. No interview this week!

Comeback

It's just Becky this week.  She takes a deep dive into the combination of Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety.

Anxiety with Becky

My Guest this week is Holden!  He talks a little about what it's like to be diagnosed with Avoidant Personality Disorder and how his Buddhist practice helps him with his mental health issues.  You can find him @holdensmhblog on Twitter.

Holden

Hi, all! I’m back again this week with a few words on seasonal changes and mood. My interview this week is with Brandon of the Peculiar Picture Show Podcast. Be sure to check it out!

Brandon

In this episode I talk about Mindfulness and How to spot a gaslighter.  My Guest is Jennifer!  You can find her at jordanamayim.com

In this episode I talk about Mindfulness and How to spot a gaslighter. My Guest is Jennifer! You can find her at <a href="http://jordanamayim.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jordanamayim.com</a>

Jennifer

In this week's interview, Paul tells us a little big about using psychedelics in conjunction with therapy to treat his depression.

Paul

Dan Frey

Hi, friends!  My guest this week is Dan Frey from the City Voices magazine!

My guest this week is the Bipolar Puppet, aka Anginet!  I had a great time talking to her and I hope you have a great time listening!

Anginet, The Bipolar Puppet

Hi! It’s national suicide awareness month! In honor of the month, I’ve decided to blog every day. You can see them at at www.thatbword.com. Come by and leave a comment! I’ve been feeling good this past week. Less suicidal ideation, more desire to do things. I’m really grateful. In the news this week is and article on how to take … Continue reading "Craig"

Hi! It’s national suicide awareness month! In honor of the month, I’ve decided to blog every day. You can see them at at <a href="http://www.thatbword.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.thatbword.com</a>. Come by and leave a comment! I’ve been feeling good this past week. Less suicidal ideation, more desire to do things. I’m really grateful. In the news this week is and article on how to take … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2019/09/08/craig/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Craig"</a>

Craig

Dealing with mental illness is a b****.  Luckily, we don’t have to do it alone.  Join your Beautiful Bipolar Host Becky as she and her guests deep dive on mental health topics and hopefully have a bit of fun, too!

Her voice is so soothing and helpful to hear.  It&#39;s nice to hear from someone&#39;s personal expierence rather than from a medical standpoint.  Keep it up!

Wonderful Podcast on Mental Health

Becky provides relevant news on mental health and how the greater world affects those living with mental illnesses. Her interviews with guests are enjoyable and insightful. This is a great podcast for those who have mental illnesses and/or those with loved ones who do.

Excellent Mental Health Podcast

Dealing with mental illness is a b****. Luckily, we don’t have to do it alone. Join your Beautiful Bipolar Host Becky as she and her guests deep dive on mental health topics and hopefully have a bit of fun, too!

That B Word: Bipolar | Borderline | Beautiful

In this week’s episode: I tackle some sensitive subjects in this one, so be aware that this episode could be distressing to some people.  If it’s not for you, don’t worry about it.  I’ll see you next week. So the past week saw the death by suicide of Anthony Bourdain.  This has prompted me to look into WHY the suicide … Continue reading "Understanding BPD with John Emotions"

In this week’s episode: I tackle some sensitive subjects in this one, so be aware that this episode could be distressing to some people.  If it’s not for you, don’t worry about it.  I’ll see you next week. So the past week saw the death by suicide of Anthony Bourdain.  This has prompted me to look into WHY the suicide … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/06/11/episode-30-understanding-bpd-with-john-emotions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Understanding BPD with John Emotions"</a>

Understanding BPD with John Emotions

In this week’s episode: Thanks for being patient!  Last week was just not going to happen. This week, I do another deep dive into BPD – this time focusing on the differences and similarities between Bipolar Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder. How are they the same? They have many of the same symptoms, at least it seems to be so.  … Continue reading "Bipolar vs. BPD and Heather from “On the Aspie Side”"

In this week’s episode: Thanks for being patient!  Last week was just not going to happen. This week, I do another deep dive into BPD – this time focusing on the differences and similarities between Bipolar Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder. How are they the same? They have many of the same symptoms, at least it seems to be so.  … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/05/22/episode-28-bipolar-vs-bpd-and-heather-from-on-the-aspie-side/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Bipolar vs. BPD and Heather from “On the Aspie Side”"</a>

Bipolar vs. BPD and Heather from “On the Aspie Side”

Bipolar Joe

In this week’s episode: It’s an all-interview podcast! Mr. Joe and I had a great conversation. In fact, we went on so long there’s no room for news! @MrBipolarJoe on Twitter MrJoeBP@yahoo.com on email Thanks to Mr. Joe for talking with me today! You can reach that B Word at ThatBWord@stonefruitmedia.net, or ThatBWordPod@gmail.com. You can find me on twitter @thatbword1 … Continue reading "Mr. Bipolar Joe"

In this week’s episode: It’s an all-interview podcast! Mr. Joe and I had a great conversation. In fact, we went on so long there’s no room for news! @MrBipolarJoe on Twitter MrJoeBP@yahoo.com on email Thanks to Mr. Joe for talking with me today! You can reach that B Word at ThatBWord@stonefruitmedia.net, or ThatBWordPod@gmail.com. You can find me on twitter @thatbword1 … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/03/12/episode-19-mr-bipolar-joe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Mr. Bipolar Joe"</a>

Mr. Bipolar Joe

In this week’s Episode: Becky has a new medicine she’s not too sure about. In news, stop the presses – losing sleep can make you manic! Also: When can you NOT request reasonable accomodations? Ace from the Normal Bipolar Guy Podcast is here! I let the interview techniques fall by the wayside and opt for a good old fashioned conversation … Continue reading "A Conversation With Ace"

In this week’s Episode: Becky has a new medicine she’s not too sure about. In news, stop the presses – losing sleep can make you manic! Also: When can you NOT request reasonable accomodations? Ace from the Normal Bipolar Guy Podcast is here! I let the interview techniques fall by the wayside and opt for a good old fashioned conversation … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2017/10/16/a-conversation-with-ace/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "A Conversation With Ace"</a>

A Conversation With Ace

In this week’s episode: I’m sorry I’ve been away so long! But I promise this episode will be worth the wait. It turns out that team sports and cycling are the best exercises for your mental health: https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-exercise-that-helps-mental-health-most-1534777677 Yet another “psychedelics will save the world” article: https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2018/5/21/17339488/psychedelics-mental-health-michael-pollan-lsd-psilocybin Bipolar disorder in older adults: https://www.psychcongress.com/article/optimizing-treatment-bipolar-disorder-older-adults The Interview this week is with Kathy … Continue reading "Discussing Dissociation with Kathy"

In this week’s episode: I’m sorry I’ve been away so long! But I promise this episode will be worth the wait. It turns out that team sports and cycling are the best exercises for your mental health: <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-exercise-that-helps-mental-health-most-1534777677" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-exercise-that-helps-mental-health-most-1534777677</a> Yet another “psychedelics will save the world” article: <a href="https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2018/5/21/17339488/psychedelics-mental-health-michael-pollan-lsd-psilocybin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2018/5/21/17339488/psychedelics-mental-health-michael-pollan-lsd-psilocybin</a> Bipolar disorder in older adults: <a href="https://www.psychcongress.com/article/optimizing-treatment-bipolar-disorder-older-adults" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.psychcongress.com/article/optimizing-treatment-bipolar-disorder-older-adults</a> The Interview this week is with Kathy … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/08/26/episode-37-discussing-dissociation-with-kathy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Discussing Dissociation with Kathy"</a>

Discussing Dissociation with Kathy

In this week’s episode: Becky feels stable!  It’s a miracle.  She’s going to make the most of it. In News and Reviews, we take a look at the news coming out of eastern Pennsylvania regarding the use of ECT on children. In our first listener story, we hear from O.   It’s a truly visceral story, so be warned.  Includes graphic … Continue reading "O’s Story"

In this week’s episode: Becky feels stable!  It’s a miracle.  She’s going to make the most of it. In News and Reviews, we take a look at the news coming out of eastern Pennsylvania regarding the use of ECT on children. In our first listener story, we hear from O.   It’s a truly visceral story, so be warned.  Includes graphic … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2017/10/22/episode-four-os-story/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "O’s Story"</a>

Episode Four: O's Story of Bipolar Disorder O’s Story

Hi, thanks for downloading! I’ve been doing fairly well this week. A couple issues with anxiety, but that’s nothing new. It is the first time it’s happened in a little while, though. I’m not sure what that means – I’ve been taking my medication just as I have been, I don’t think any more stress is in my life over … Continue reading "Mike and Ryan from Pop Psych 101"

Hi, thanks for downloading! I’ve been doing fairly well this week. A couple issues with anxiety, but that’s nothing new. It is the first time it’s happened in a little while, though. I’m not sure what that means – I’ve been taking my medication just as I have been, I don’t think any more stress is in my life over … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2019/02/17/episode-42-mike-and-ryan-from-pop-psych-101/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Mike and Ryan from Pop Psych 101"</a>

Mike and Ryan from Pop Psych 101

In this episode: The seasons, they are a’changin’. Fall is in the air. It’s my favorite season, bittersweet though it is this year. I also got my 23 and Me test kit! I’ll be sending it in within the next few days, and I’ll keep you all updated. Let me know if you’re doing it, too. If you want to … Continue reading "John Emotions of Bipolar Style"

In this episode: The seasons, they are a’changin’. Fall is in the air. It’s my favorite season, bittersweet though it is this year. I also got my 23 and Me test kit! I’ll be sending it in within the next few days, and I’ll keep you all updated. Let me know if you’re doing it, too. If you want to … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2017/11/05/episode-six-john-emotions-of-bipolar-style/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "John Emotions of Bipolar Style"</a>

John Emotions of Bipolar Style

In this week’s episode: In news and reviews, Becky covers some results from the 23andme.com depression study.  There is also a bipolar study currently underway.  It’s likely closing soon, so if you want to participate go to www.23andme.com/depression-bipolar. Another article details the cognitive benefits for those with bipolar in playing certain brain-exercising games. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/887358 Becky’s guest today is Bryan.  He … Continue reading "Bryan’s Story"

In this week’s episode: In news and reviews, Becky covers some results from the <a href="http://23andme.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">23andme.com</a> depression study.  There is also a bipolar study currently underway.  It’s likely closing soon, so if you want to participate go to <a href="http://www.23andme.com/depression-bipolar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.23andme.com/depression-bipolar</a>. Another article details the cognitive benefits for those with bipolar in playing certain brain-exercising games. <a href="https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/887358" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/887358</a> Becky’s guest today is Bryan.  He … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2017/10/30/episode-five-bryans-story/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Bryan’s Story"</a>

Episode Five: Bryan's Story Bryan’s Story

In this week’s episode: I talk a little bit about my decision to look for another job. In news and reviews, I examine an article from the Washington Post about algorithms designed to – without our knowledge – assess our mental health.  Please, let me know what you think about this issue at becky@thatbword.com https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/theworldpost/wp/2018/09/04/mental-health/?utm_term=.0a57d7ff4f46 My guest this week is … Continue reading "Holly"

In this week’s episode: I talk a little bit about my decision to look for another job. In news and reviews, I examine an article from the Washington Post about algorithms designed to – without our knowledge – assess our mental health.  Please, let me know what you think about this issue at becky@thatbword.com <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/theworldpost/wp/2018/09/04/mental-health/?utm_term=.0a57d7ff4f46" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/theworldpost/wp/2018/09/04/mental-health/?utm_term=.0a57d7ff4f46</a> My guest this week is … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/09/04/episode-38-holly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Holly"</a>

Holly

My guest this week is Marie, also known as Mxiety!  We talk twitch streaming, diagnosis, and a bunch of other stuff.  I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!  Please don't forget to like and share!

Mxiety Mxiety

In this week's episode: The dreaded therapist transfer has happened.  Now I wait and see who I'm paired with.  Stay tuned... In news and reviews this week, I talk about a few articles that focus on risk factors, genetics, and the possibility of individualized treatment. https://www.bphope.com/can-early-symptoms-predict-bipolar-disorder-evidence-shows-differing-patterns-of-risk-factors/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/autism-shares-brain-signature-with-schizophrenia-and-bipolar-disorder/ https://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/bipolar-disorder/individualized-care-in-bipolar-disorder/article/741005/ My interview this week is with  Brittany.  She lives with bipolar disorder … Continue reading "Brittany’s Story"

In this week's episode: The dreaded therapist transfer has happened.  Now I wait and see who I'm paired with.  Stay tuned... In news and reviews this week, I talk about a few articles that focus on risk factors, genetics, and the possibility of individualized treatment. <a href="https://www.bphope.com/can-early-symptoms-predict-bipolar-disorder-evidence-shows-differing-patterns-of-risk-factors/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bphope.com/can-early-symptoms-predict-bipolar-disorder-evidence-shows-differing-patterns-of-risk-factors/</a> <a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/autism-shares-brain-signature-with-schizophrenia-and-bipolar-disorder/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/autism-shares-brain-signature-with-schizophrenia-and-bipolar-disorder/</a> <a href="https://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/bipolar-disorder/individualized-care-in-bipolar-disorder/article/741005/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/bipolar-disorder/individualized-care-in-bipolar-disorder/article/741005/</a> My interview this week is with  Brittany.  She lives with bipolar disorder … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/02/12/episode-15-brittanys-story/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Brittany’s Story"</a>

Brittany’s Story

Amanda Smith

In this week’s episode: Well, I couldn’t find any news that interested me this week, so I ramble on for a bit about the new movie “Unsane”. Have you seen it? Let me know what you think. My guest this week is Amanda Smith, LCSW. She is the author of https://www.amazon.com/Dialectical-Behavior-Therapy-Wellness-Planner/dp/1936268868/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1521504739&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=dialectical+wellness+planner+amanda+smith. She shares some great information on what DBT is, … Continue reading "DBT with Amanda Smith"

In this week’s episode: Well, I couldn’t find any news that interested me this week, so I ramble on for a bit about the new movie “Unsane”. Have you seen it? Let me know what you think. My guest this week is Amanda Smith, LCSW. She is the author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Dialectical-Behavior-Therapy-Wellness-Planner/dp/1936268868/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1521504739&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=dialectical+wellness+planner+amanda+smith" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Dialectical-Behavior-Therapy-Wellness-Planner/dp/1936268868/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1521504739&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=dialectical+wellness+planner+amanda+smith</a>. She shares some great information on what DBT is, … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/03/19/episode-20-dbt-with-amanda-smith/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "DBT with Amanda Smith"</a>

DBT with Amanda Smith

Becky goes over some research about the use of antidepressants for Bipolar Disorder and interviews Sarah from Midnights.Gallery!

Sarah

In this week’s episode: Honestly, I recorded this yesterday and I can’t remember a lot of what I talked about.  I think there was something about this video:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47y5bo8wtqM It was also Veterans’ Day, so I talked a bit about Veterans’ Mental Health. http://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/health_and_science/amid-plague-of-veteran-suicides-advocates-struggle-to-reach-a/article_4866de89-3472-55fc-b6e5-587a7608cb25.html https://www.va.gov/vetdata/ https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/ Also, If anyone has anything they’d like me to review, let me know! My … Continue reading "A Conversation With “O”"

In this week’s episode: Honestly, I recorded this yesterday and I can’t remember a lot of what I talked about.  I think there was something about this video:   <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47y5bo8wtqM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47y5bo8wtqM</a> It was also Veterans’ Day, so I talked a bit about Veterans’ Mental Health. <a href="http://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/health_and_science/amid-plague-of-veteran-suicides-advocates-struggle-to-reach-a/article_4866de89-3472-55fc-b6e5-587a7608cb25.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/health_and_science/amid-plague-of-veteran-suicides-advocates-struggle-to-reach-a/article_4866de89-3472-55fc-b6e5-587a7608cb25.html</a> <a href="https://www.va.gov/vetdata/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.va.gov/vetdata/</a> <a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/</a> Also, If anyone has anything they’d like me to review, let me know! My … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2017/11/13/a-conversation-with-o/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "A Conversation With “O”"</a>

A Conversation With “O”

In this week’s episode: My bad day is your new podcast! I do a deep dive into dissociation. For additional info, see: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dissociation_(psychology) https://themighty.com/2018/04/hannah-daisy-what-dissociation-feels-like-comic/ http://www.angelfire.com/home/bphoenix1/disspers.html   My guest this week is Jim Milliken from BipolarPod! We learn a little about his story, how he came to podcasting and what else he has coming up. Here’s the podcast: http://podgen.bipolarpod.space/ Go Listen! … Continue reading "Dissociation and Jim of BipolarPod"

In this week’s episode: My bad day is your new podcast! I do a deep dive into dissociation. For additional info, see: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dissociation_(psychology)" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dissociation_(psychology)</a> <a href="https://themighty.com/2018/04/hannah-daisy-what-dissociation-feels-like-comic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://themighty.com/2018/04/hannah-daisy-what-dissociation-feels-like-comic/</a> <a href="http://www.angelfire.com/home/bphoenix1/disspers.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.angelfire.com/home/bphoenix1/disspers.html</a>   My guest this week is Jim Milliken from BipolarPod! We learn a little about his story, how he came to podcasting and what else he has coming up. Here’s the podcast: http://podgen.bipolarpod.space/ Go Listen! … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/04/09/episode-23-dissociation-and-jim-of-bipolarpod/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Dissociation and Jim of BipolarPod"</a>

Dissociation and Jim of BipolarPod

In this week’s episode: It’s an interview – only episode, but what an interview! I talk to Samantha about that often left-out B Word – bisexuality – and eating disorders. Thanks for downloading!

Samantha’s Story

In this week’s episode: No news this week, but stay tuned for some great interviews coming up! Bipolar Bob joins me on the podcast this week.  As the host of the Bipolar Family Podcast, he’s made an episode on just about every topic you can think of that is related to bipolar disorder.  We talk about family, schizoaffective disorder bipolar … Continue reading "Bipolar Bob"

In this week’s episode: No news this week, but stay tuned for some great interviews coming up! Bipolar Bob joins me on the podcast this week.  As the host of the Bipolar Family Podcast, he’s made an episode on just about every topic you can think of that is related to bipolar disorder.  We talk about family, schizoaffective disorder bipolar … <a href="https://thatbword.com/2018/02/05/episode-14-bipolar-bob/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading "Bipolar Bob"</a>

Bipolar Bob

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