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Scott Ninneman/Speaking Bipolar

@speakingbipolar.bsky.social

Author, blogger, and tax preparer fighting bipolar 1 disorder and Familial Mediterranean Fever. I want to help you do the same. https://speakingbipolar.com/club

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05.08.2025 12:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
We're all in this together. in white and pastel colors.

We're all in this together. in white and pastel colors.

Good morning Bluesky. πŸ₯°

04.08.2025 12:51 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I am reposting this Tuesday Food For Thought....Have a good one. 🌟

05.08.2025 08:28 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tuesday Takeaway: Ever feel silly trying a new self-care tool? Brain dumps might feel weird at first, but the clarity they bring is priceless. Stick with it, your mind will thank you! #SelfCareJourney #BrainDumpBenefits #OrganizeYourMind #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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05.08.2025 11:52 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Monday Motivation: Feeling overwhelmed? Your messy room might be a mirror of your mind! A "brain dump" can help sort the clutter. Try mind mapping or sticky notes to get started. #BrainDump #MentalWellness #ClearYourMind #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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04.08.2025 11:57 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Your Invitation to Peace: Why a Calm Corner is a Self-Care Superpower This week, we'll learn how to create a private sanctuary.

Your assignment today:
Find one scent
and one texture
to add to your calm corner.
Small steps create big change.
You deserve a peaceful haven.

#DailyChallenge #CreateYourPeace #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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03.08.2025 22:05 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Just to say Hope All are having a really lovely day. 😍

02.08.2025 14:31 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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During depression,
I avoided my quiet corner,
feeling unworthy.
But that's when I needed it most.
Creating it for myself
reminded me of my self-worth.
You are worthy of peace.
#MentalHealthJourney #Hope #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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03.08.2025 12:47 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The sense of smell is powerful!
Essential oils like lavender or chamomile,
or comforting wax melts
can instantly shift your mood.
What scent calms you?
#Aromatherapy #PeacefulScents #Bipolar #BipolarLife

02.08.2025 11:58 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Your Invitation to Peace: Why a Calm Corner is a Self-Care Superpower This week, we'll learn how to create a private sanctuary.

Curate your audio environment:
- guided meditations,
- calming music,
- nature sounds.
Create a calm playlist of what makes you feel peaceful.
What's on your peace playlist?
#SoundTherapy #Relaxation #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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01.08.2025 22:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The gift of quiet is powerful.
If the world at home is too loud,
invest in earplugs
or noise-canceling headphones.
Sometimes, silence is golden.
And quiet is vital for your tiny sanctuary.
#QuietSpace #Mindfulness #Bipolar #BipolarLife

01.08.2025 10:38 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Bring nature indoors!
A small plant,
a seashell,
or fresh flowers
can ground you.
My calm corner is by a window,
The view connects me to the outside world.
How will you connect?
#NatureTherapy #Grounding #Bipolar #BipolarLife

31.07.2025 22:15 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Want to feel instantly better?
Watch kitten (or panda) videos!
What you see changes how you feel.
It’s not a cure,
But maybe it can get you through the next hour.
Curate your calm corner with visuals that uplift your spirit.
#PositiveVibes #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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31.07.2025 10:32 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy Thursday.....Have a lovely and peaceful day. 🌟

31.07.2025 08:07 β€” πŸ‘ 28    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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😍SELF LOVE #ThankfulThursday‼️
It's #ThankfulThursday, Friends.
Celebrate by thanking YOURSELF.
You have a 100% track record of survival.
You have overcome every obstacle.
You are way more than enough.
Give yourself some love‼️
πŸ’™ #ThankfulThursday πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ #FBR #FBPE #Resistance #StrongerTogether #Bluecrew

31.07.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The power of peaceful sight:
Soft lighting,
calming colors,
and items that touch your heart
can transform your space.
What visual brings you joy?
Add it to your calm corner!
#VisualTherapy #MindfulLiving #Bipolar #BipolarLife

30.07.2025 22:22 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Remember building blanket forts as a kid?
Did your fort make you feel safe?
As adults, we need our safe places.
Start with one item that brings you calm.
#InnerChildHealing #ComfortZone #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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30.07.2025 11:42 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Your Invitation to Peace: Why a Calm Corner is a Self-Care Superpower This week, we'll learn how to create a private sanctuary.

Having a calm space isn't selfish;
it's a physical reminder of your value.
You created it out of love,
a visual cue that you're worthy of
peace, comfort, and love.
#YouAreWorthIt #Sanctuary #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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29.07.2025 22:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Decision fatigue is real,
especially when your mind is racing.
A designated calm corner removes one decision:
"What can I do to feel better right now?"
It's your automatic answer.
#SelfCareTools #PeaceOfMind #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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29.07.2025 11:15 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Your Invitation to Peace: Why a Calm Corner is a Self-Care Superpower This week, we'll learn how to create a private sanctuary.

Life with bipolar can feel like a hurricane.
A calm corner can be your consistent and stable anchor,
a place to rest until the wind subsides.
Find your peace. #BipolarSupport #MentalWellness #Bipolar #BipolarLife

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28.07.2025 21:48 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The daily fight with a mental illness is exhausting.
Acknowledge how much work it takes
just to be you every day.
You are a warrior,
and even warriors need to rest. βš”οΈ
#BipolarDisorder #Strength
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28.07.2025 12:13 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

True friendship and love aren't about keeping score.
Some days you give more,
some days you receive more.
Focus on being present and getting well.
Your contribution is simply being you.
#Friendship #Love

26.07.2025 21:48 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A therapist once helped me see that rest wasn't a personal failing;
it was a necessary part of fighting an illness.
Your rest is productive.
Your rest is part of your recovery.
#Rest #Healing

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26.07.2025 11:57 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

That feeling that you’re a burden?
It’s your mind playing tricks on you.
Let's call it what it isβ€”
a symptomβ€”
so we can challenge it.
You have nothing to feel guilty for.

25.07.2025 21:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Friday Mantra: The Power of Connection

To Our Writers, Poets, Bloggers, Photographers, Artists, Teachers, Advocates of Justice/Injustice, and Child Advocates.

Thank You to "Skircle" for its creation....July 2025

25.07.2025 08:00 β€” πŸ‘ 20    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Repeat after me:
Self-care is not selfish.
It's essential.
Filling your own cup allows you to be there for others later.
Prioritize your mental well-being without an ounce of guilt.
(I know, easier said than done, but let's try)

#SelfCareIsNotSelfish #bipolar #BipolarLife

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25.07.2025 11:17 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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When Everything Feels Pointless: Surviving Bipolar Despair Lessons 6 of the bipolar bad days series.

On the days when everything feels like too much,
remember the power of tiny acts.
A simple text,
a shared smileβ€”
these small points of connection
are huge victories.
#SmallVictories #KeepGoing #bipolar #BipolarLife

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24.07.2025 21:32 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Pro-Tip for tough days:
Communicate honestly.
A simple, "I'm feeling overwhelmed today and need some quiet time"
is a powerful way to let your loved ones in
while still protecting your energy.

#Relationships #bipolar #BipolarLife

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24.07.2025 11:00 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Wednesday Food For Thought

23.07.2025 07:50 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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To anyone who needs to hear it today:
You are not a burden.
That feeling is a symptom,
not a fact.
Your existence is a gift.
Believe it.

#MentalHealthAwareness #YouMatter #bipolar #BipolarLife

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23.07.2025 10:49 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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