Hi, I found your channel based on the 'Autism & Bipolar: Comparing stigmas' video being one of the very few results I could find -- and by far the most lucid result that I did find, so far -- in a search for testimonies regarding _both_ of the same diagnoses that I now have, namely Asperger's (or autism spectrum, close enough) and Bipolar disorder. I've only watched a few videos, mostly looking to get perspective on this recent Asperger's diagnosis of mine. And I was surprised to find that I additionally identified with being a half-baked math major who took the "difficult" classes because they were easier _to me_. I greatly appreciate the videos so far, because I identify, for one, and also because hearing parts of my story from someone else makes it easier for me both to accept and internalize as well as to explain to others -- I mean, should the need arise. Regarding additional videos, one idea is to -- having already shared the felt experience of the Bipolar, the autism, and the drug addiction -combo- -- also, perhaps, as an aside, make a video on math or gardening or another pseudo-normalized past-time or hobby? I mean, again, _I'm_ here to get ideas about how to conceptualize and communicate all the super difficult stuff that many might take for granted. It is cheaper than therapy, after all. I find, however, that for people that are _not_ necessarily hip to the coolness of, say, "I just had a manic episode, and now I'm (mostly) okay"-type statements, it can help to share -- and that it is /not/ necessarily bragging -- about those things that're sometimes considered difficult or require a lot of effort yet aren't so bad in comparison with mood episodes, sensory overloads, and the like. In other words, I wouldn't hesitate to publish a few words about your successes, if only to remind yourself that there is a counterpoint to the personal diagnoses and global environmental degradation. Or at least I'd like to think there is such a silver lining?
That's a good idea. I do tend to focus on the sort of intense topics because that's what I like to think about. I'll think more about what that kind of video could look like for me.
You're back in the saddle! All you need now is a horse! :) - It is amazing to me to hear how the Covid-19 lock-down/distancing has affected people including myself. I think the lack of accurate information, and economic, psychological, social, physical effects are going to do a lot of damage around the world. Maybe worse than the COVID itself. I have had an extremely difficult time to find the motivation to do anything but the necessities. The changes in our climate are greatly influenced by changes in our sun. I can share a fascinating Youtbe channel on this if you are interested. There are inevitabilities this person discusses (backed by peer review research) that tell of current cycles in our galaxy, solar system, and earth that are nothing short of frightening. The wild fires in your general area have been terrible - Running an air conditioner or dehumidifier can also help remove some of the smoke too... Glad you are regulating well - For topics - just remember giving people something to enjoy in this time of isolation does not have to have much more purpose than that. Stay safe - healthy - content!
Hi, I found your channel based on the 'Autism & Bipolar: Comparing stigmas' video being one of the very few results I could find -- and by far the most lucid result that I did find, so far -- in a search for testimonies regarding _both_ of the same diagnoses that I now have, namely Asperger's (or autism spectrum, close enough) and Bipolar disorder. I've only watched a few videos, mostly looking to get perspective on this recent Asperger's diagnosis of mine. And I was surprised to find that I additionally identified with being a half-baked math major who took the "difficult" classes because they were easier _to me_. I greatly appreciate the videos so far, because I identify, for one, and also because hearing parts of my story from someone else makes it easier for me both to accept and internalize as well as to explain to others -- I mean, should the need arise.
Regarding additional videos, one idea is to -- having already shared the felt experience of the Bipolar, the autism, and the drug addiction -combo- -- also, perhaps, as an aside, make a video on math or gardening or another pseudo-normalized past-time or hobby? I mean, again, _I'm_ here to get ideas about how to conceptualize and communicate all the super difficult stuff that many might take for granted. It is cheaper than therapy, after all.
I find, however, that for people that are _not_ necessarily hip to the coolness of, say, "I just had a manic episode, and now I'm (mostly) okay"-type statements, it can help to share -- and that it is /not/ necessarily bragging -- about those things that're sometimes considered difficult or require a lot of effort yet aren't so bad in comparison with mood episodes, sensory overloads, and the like.
In other words, I wouldn't hesitate to publish a few words about your successes, if only to remind yourself that there is a counterpoint to the personal diagnoses and global environmental degradation. Or at least I'd like to think there is such a silver lining?
That's a good idea. I do tend to focus on the sort of intense topics because that's what I like to think about. I'll think more about what that kind of video could look like for me.
You're back in the saddle! All you need now is a horse! :) - It is amazing to me to hear how the Covid-19 lock-down/distancing has affected people including myself. I think the lack of accurate information, and economic, psychological, social, physical effects are going to do a lot of damage around the world. Maybe worse than the COVID itself. I have had an extremely difficult time to find the motivation to do anything but the necessities. The changes in our climate are greatly influenced by changes in our sun. I can share a fascinating Youtbe channel on this if you are interested. There are inevitabilities this person discusses (backed by peer review research) that tell of current cycles in our galaxy, solar system, and earth that are nothing short of frightening. The wild fires in your general area have been terrible - Running an air conditioner or dehumidifier can also help remove some of the smoke too... Glad you are regulating well - For topics - just remember giving people something to enjoy in this time of isolation does not have to have much more purpose than that. Stay safe - healthy - content!