Things the average person without a mental illness take for granted, and don’t give much thought to, can be a challenge for someone with a mental illness (es). The following are some examples that can help improve your mood, and your mental health : *making your bed *having a shower *shave*eating properly *making a “to …
I was diagnosed with “manic depression” (bipolar disorder) in 1989. Between 1989-1995, I had 4 full blown manic episodes, and ended up in psychiatric wards every time. Each one was for about 6 weeks. I also lost my job every time this happened. When well enough, I returned to work immediately. Being employed was always …
When I’m doing well, I am naturally an upbeat, positive, and outgoing person. My depression is described as “refractory”, which means difficult to treat. I have bipolar depression (a chemical imbalance), and “chronic” depression. (lasting at least 2 years). There’s still way too much stigma towards mental illness, including depression. Even one of my best …
A special thanks to all of my readers for your support and kind comments. You have inspired me to increase my blogs from this point on, and into the future! Sincerely, Don Walin
I want to give a shout out to Robert Howell who lives in Pelham, Georgia. Robert is a mental health advocate who I have connected with recently. He has worked in the mental health industry for the last 25 years in Georgia. Robert is also the Tournament Director for a golf tournament in Pelham, Georgia, …
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Spiritual Enlightenment 1% of 2% of 1%- Very Rare! Have you ever met someone who thought they were God? Usually, this question is asked figuratively, or metaphorically, but I mean literally. Usually, someone who “thinks they are God” have a big ego, and are considered to be arrogant by others. During most of my manic …
My book is a memoir about my battle with bipolar disorder as a golf professional. I wrote this book to help and give hope and inspiration to as many people as possible that live with, or know others such as family or friends, that live with a mental illness. It’s about my life playing golf …
