**I'M PISSED OFF** (Bipolar Anger)

I'M PISSED OFF (Bipolar Anger) - Polar Warriors

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Жыл бұрын

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FROM THE VIDEO:
"I've never worked on a video script when I'm crawling out of my skin... totally and completely - pissed off at the world. And we'll get to that...
Here's how my brand of bipolar disorder works... I get hypomanic, accomplish a bunch of things... Then, something starts to change. First I feel a little overwhelmed by all the things I'm committed to. It's like “too much of a good thing.” My body is on it's last tank of endorphins. Some people call this their “second wind.” Soon my brain can't keep up biochemically with my racing-mind and busy-body. I get overstimulated, agitated, and extremely pessimistic. I'm probably the least desirable to be around at this point. If I feed it, or if a trigger pushes me over the edge, that's when I cause the most damage in my life.
Then... The crash comes. It's usually proportionate to how high I went. The crash is also compounded by all the stupid s*** I did while I was manic. Now I have the perfect reasons to be depressed, until the whole cycle starts over again.
Sounds familiar right?"
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@jonsmith1162 Жыл бұрын

That Bipolar rage is something else. Jekyll and Hyde in real life.

@lindamastropietro4429 Жыл бұрын

That’s what I name it. Jekyll and Hyde.

@craiggrudzinskas7833 Жыл бұрын

i've seen my gf be like this, not having bipolar myself, the first time scared the devil out of me

@Me_AV Жыл бұрын

Exactly. I scare the hell out of myself when it happens. I can't stand the feeling cuz I know it isnt me.....but it is so strong and comes out so freaking quick.....it is tough. I totally agree, more like JeKill and Hide. Take care folks.

@BigE-qx1jb Жыл бұрын

My bipolar rage is so bad🤬 Did anyone ever have it when they were driving? It’s road rage x 10 and it’s scary, I’m surprised I’m not dead yet

@Vhampyre Жыл бұрын

@@BigE-qx1jb road rage is terrifying when in a rage I've done this maaaaaany times even gotten out of my car and ran out someone yelling and aggressive, always scares the shit out of anyone in the path , it's super super intense to go through I can't imagine what they think.... I got arrested from it at one point after a breakup and went into a manic rage

@Angel-ym2op Ай бұрын

Ruined every relationship with my anger/ madness. Very difficult to control

@beingbettertoday 6 күн бұрын

I know this was written a month ago, but I wanted to respond. When it comes to mental illness, many people use the word "control." However, what happens if you try to control something? I often think of a spring. What happens when you hold down a spring between your thumb and index finger? Sure, it's stabilized, but at what cost and for how long? There is constant pressure to keep it held in place until there isn't. If our circumstances change in some way that it makes us let go, what happens to the spring? Well we know what happens. That spring instantly pops out of our hands and may go anywhere to the point where we can't even find it - All because we tried to "keep it in its place." If we simply view Bipolar for what it is - an illness like any other, then all the things that come along with it are simply symptoms we need to MANAGE. Learning to manage symptoms like anger means learning to live with them every day of our lives; or at least when we experience a flare up (as everybody's symptoms will vary). There will be extenuating circumstances beyond our control that may aggravate our symptoms, so that's why therapy with a reputable professional is so important because there you can discuss strategies and techniques on what to do when this happens. You can also learn to anticipate triggers and alter your mental course to avoid them altogether. You can learn to communicate effectively despite feeling angry, to allow some of that pressure to release in a more healthful and positive way. Basically, you need a mental toolbox filled with tools at your disposal for various scenarios in real life. This way, you will be better equipped to manage your symptoms in a way that works best for you and those you love.

@beingbettertoday 6 күн бұрын

@@ericfazekas1057 This one is tricky for me, because Bipolar is like any other illness with symptoms. Would you fault a diabetic for expressing behavior indicative of "diabetic rage"? No, because this is a common symptom diabetics experience due to fluctuating blood- glucose levels. Would you expect them to apologize for their behavior? Also no, because they don't have a choice as to how their brain is impacted by these fluctuations and how it affects the way their brain functions. So why do we feel that Bipolar suffers have to apologize when we experience flare ups in our symptoms? Do we have control over whether we become hypomanic, manic, mixed, or depressed, or how long those episodes will last? Do we look at a calendar and decide: "Hmm, this week I am going to have a manic episode." Ridiculous, right? While, through therapy, we may be able to recognize the signs of when an episode may be coming on and how to avoid it from developing altogether; once we are IN said episode, we are no longer in control of our actions - We simply have to ride the wave as best as we can with the tools we have been taught in therapy. I remember asking a Bipolar specialist: "What's better? Being in a depressed episode, or being in a manic episode?" He just looked at me bewildered and responded: "You ask as if people have a choice." That really resonated with me. We DON'T have a choice. We never asked for this illness, and we certainly don't ask for our symptoms to flare up when they do, Therefore, whatever we do IN AN EPISODE is NOT OUR FAULT. At that point, the illness has completely taken over, and we are no longer acting as our coherent self would because, guess what? We are not coherent, we are not rational, and we are not responsible - It is literally IMPOSSIBLE to take accountability without those three necessary factors. This is when we need help and support from others the most, just like any other person would when they're really ill. All the people that I care about know I have Bipolar I, and they know what to expect. While I try to apply and implement my strategies to avoid saying/doing anything hurtful to anyone, I'm not perfect. I could be doing everything right: Taking my meds, eating keto, exercising, going to therapy, practicing mindfulness, meditating, etc..., but still could slip into a manic episode. If I do say something out of turn/hurtful, the ones closest to me know not to take it personally because I have already spoken to them about what to expect - They know it's the ILLNESS talking, NOT ME. There is a saying: "Those who mind don't matter, but those who matter don't mind." It's people with this trait that I try to surround myself with. I no longer apologize to ANYONE when I say/do something "problematic" DURING an episode. Why would I when I'm not in control and I'm not myself in those moments? Now if I'm NOT in an episode and I do something untoward, then THAT'S a different story. In that case, I WILL, of course, take accountability for that and apologize.

@newsing33 Жыл бұрын

I understand perfectly. I'm so tired of the rollercoaster ride. It's never going to end. Up and down, up and down, it's like hell on Earth. 😢

@dahminatorEH Жыл бұрын

3 steps forward 5 steps back. 5 steps forward 3 steps back. So the dance goes.

@newsing33 Жыл бұрын

@@dahminatorEH I wish I could stay in the happy mania stage forever! My life would be wonderful! 😁

@dahminatorEH Жыл бұрын

@@newsing33 100%

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

It's super hard sometimes. You are totally right Lori

@newsing33 Жыл бұрын

@@PolarWarriors agreed! You take good care too ☺️

@JesseAbair 11 ай бұрын

“Feel it. Don’t feed it.” Man what a simple statement yet profound concept. Thinking back on so many fights and tripped triggers and metric tons of resentment and hurt fueling so much of it… if my partner (at the time) and I could have focused on that concept instead of demonizing each other, we could have saved a lot of suffering.

@miley18love Ай бұрын

Amen

@dejaliloquy Жыл бұрын

being pissed off is the worst because it feeds itself, its like an existential trap. Not saying all anger is bad, but that pure negative rage, just god awful, a miserable evil

@markbennett1237 Жыл бұрын

My dad suffered from this. He wasn’t so bad in the manic phase, but it was still a little strange. Anything could set him off. He could appear to be as happy as can be, and then switch in a moment to pure anger. The slightest criticism would trigger It. For example, my mom might say to him, “honey, you’re driving too slow. As a teenager in high school, I couldn’t stand being around him, and mocked his strange behavior. He was eventually diagnosed, and started taking anti depression medication. He didn’t want to take it at first because he hated to admit that he needed help. My mom insisted that he take the medication to save the marriage. It made a huge difference. He was much easier to be around when he was on it. You could tell when he stopped taking it. The symptoms would return.

@rosecerece 11 ай бұрын

I always wondered if I inherited mine, but this sounds just like my Dad. Thankfully when my mom was doing chemo his doctor convinced him to try meds, and he’s been more on an even keel since then

@taram3692 9 ай бұрын

Also.... marriage (and kids) are hard.

@Miss37Orange Жыл бұрын

“Sometimes you have to lose your mind to come to your senses.” Loved that!

@lorainelavoy4083 3 ай бұрын

I love that !! Stay strong

@ventilator98 4 ай бұрын

I know a guy who is exactly like this. He's a sick man, and I feel so bad for him, because of what he's been through in his life. I literally spend hours worrying about him, because He may be very ill, but I know he can't help it, and It makes me feel sick to know what he goes through. A lot of times he blames me for all of his problems. I don't think he can help it. He's very very sick, and I honestly hurt to see him like this, because he didn't deserve to have this happen to him.

@PolarWarriors Ай бұрын

Hi @ventilator98! Thanks so much for taking the time to comment (and a very warm welcome to the Polar Warrior Community). It's hard to watch someone you care about struggle with this illness. You are a very compassionate individual. Take extra good care of yourself and I hope you will continue to stop by the channel. I appreciate you =) -Rob Whittaker, Polar Warriors

@roxannafernandez569 Жыл бұрын

this brought tears to my eyes... knowing I am not alone...this feeling is so real and never could I put into words. Thank you for doing the work you do

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that this helps you feel less alone. It always helps me knowing I am not alone either. Thanks for taking the time to share with us. -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member)

@SugarHigh7278 Жыл бұрын

@Polar Warriors If I'm manic, I'm raging. It can last for weeks. I'm using mindfulness to try to logic my way to calm. So far, I'm batting 500. But every episode I seem to be making progress (according to my husband, a lot of progress). Being consistent in my med schedule, and getting enough sleep when possible definitely makes a difference. Your videos have taught me so much, so thank you for that.

@ericksaenz4055 Жыл бұрын

Totally in the same boat and glad I found his channel and don't feel like I'm an odd ball.

@shannonmcmillin5359 Жыл бұрын

No, your not alone... tears and all... the anger management is a TUFFY for sure

@jessicajraw4378 Жыл бұрын

I’m dealing with this big time 😣it’s exhausting

@luckystar2619 Жыл бұрын

You perfectly articulated the hell I go thru. Even tho it sucks, it’s “nice” to know other people feel like I do. My brain is constantly showing me horrible outcomes to pretty much any scenario all the time, and it’s exhausting. I just found you, so I’m going to follow and see what other insights you have. What you said was very helpful to me, thank you.

@Alwaysherethere Жыл бұрын

But it still sucks!

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@kathleenkinneberg559 Жыл бұрын

So much validation on how and why we feel the way we do not to mention not feeling so alone in this world.

@SingleMalt77005 10 ай бұрын

My uncontrolled anger is what landed me with a bipolar diagnosis. I did not like being diagnosed with a mental disorder. Due to my pride, I felt ashamed and "less than". I have had very conflicted feelings about it and have wondered if I should have sought a second opinion. On the other hand, as I reflect on my life, I think I do see a trend of behaviors which seem indicative of my having bipolar disorder. Anyway, glad my channel surfing today landed me here.

@PolarWarriors 10 ай бұрын

Hi, Rob offers one on one support on Patreon if you are interested. He also posts more personal information about his day to day struggles like his recent hospital stay. For the month of July he is offering free phone calls to patrons. Another Patreon exclusive is Rob hosting and moderating weekly support groups on discord! Take gentle care! 🙏 Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@urltima Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your videos as a female so much, but I can't imagine how much comfort you've brought men over the years. The whole "men can't feel" crap that has polluted yalls minds for too long, I hope your videos have brought men relief, comfort, and familiarity. Men feel HUGE emotions too. They feel just as much as women, we all just experience it differently, but just as painful. We all deserve to feel big emotions.

@jamesplaza635 Жыл бұрын

True I'm a man I admit I have feelings 😭 and Emotions but since my Old man was and is so set in his ways he said real men don't cry or show emotions 😠 I got angry 💔 broken Hearted!

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad the videos have been helpful

@brendenrobert866 Жыл бұрын

This channel really is a god send. I’ve been way too used to hiding emotions over the years.

@Logikbombmusik Жыл бұрын

POLAR WARRIORS & Dr. Tracy Marks, these 2 channels saved my life the past 2 years.

@valanasha1135 Жыл бұрын

My daughter has bipolar and it can be very difficult for her to explain what she is feeling. It is also difficult for us to understand. I hate it and not sure how to help her sometimes. She was very angry last night and we had an argument because she was being rude and snappy. Long story of her journey and it effects the whole family. She is an adult and was only diagnosed 1 year ago and explains her behaviour, getting into debt, lying etc. 😭😢

@latifx3944 Жыл бұрын

Well, I'm bipolar and honestly, I just want to be left alone when I'm in that mode. Personally, it makes me even angrier when my family members keep asking me what's wrong and hounding me. Often, I find that I just need to do some reading, art, exercise exc to process it off or even wait the next day to address whatever issues I'm having. Maybe it's like that for her🤷‍♀️

@valanasha1135 Жыл бұрын

@@latifx3944 Thank you for your reply. I agree with you she probably wants to be left alone when she is angry. I just wish she would communicate it better but then again we realise it’s not that easy and nature of the disorder. We try and give her as much grace as we can. Hope you’re managing your bipolar well. God bless 🙏❤️

@lisbethbird8268 Жыл бұрын

Maybe she'd be willing to learn some emotional literacy skills. You or another family member could partner up? It's something I need to keep working on too. I'm sure there are many resources and books, but I 'll just mention I've seen you tube videos on this by Rich Grannon, Dr. Tracy Marks (she has free flashcards to download), and Therapy in a Nutshell channels. Name it to Tame it. Best Regards.

@flyfisherman3649 Жыл бұрын

My daughter has Bipolar ll i just discovered. I drove 1400 miles x2 to pick her up and bring her to live with my wife an I but OMG it is tough right now.

@valanasha1135 Жыл бұрын

@@flyfisherman3649 Praying 🙏 for you and your daughter. Please use all resources and support to help her and yourself. Amen 🙏

@mollywhitman5219 Жыл бұрын

Everything and everyone is pissing me off today. I feel like I’m gonna explode. Miserable, angry and worthless. Yesterday day I was happy go lucky. I want off this roller coaster of hell that is my life.

@Jenlynnheard Жыл бұрын

“Garbage tunnel” lol I love that! And yes it is so true..”sometimes you have to lose your mind to come to your senses” ❤️ I need out of this bipolar matrix Morpheus!! lol love your vids!! The struggle is REEEEAAAAAALLL!!

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

Lol hi Jenny! Thanks for the awesome comment

@dejaliloquy Жыл бұрын

it is!

@shakia000 Жыл бұрын

I had a meltdown a couple of weeks ago. The anger was getting so bad and I was taking it out on my boss. Then I went and kicked a hole in my bedroom door. I felt better but then later felt stupid for having damaged a door. I find the bipolar anger harder and harder to manage but am also going through other health issues which are taking a long time to diagnose. I just get so frustrated and angry. It’s not a nice feeling and I know it’s not really me but I feel like I can’t control it.

@pennylanekane Жыл бұрын

At least you didn’t harm someone when that happened. I send these videos to my friends and I sent them to my soon to be ex husband because they all have physically hurt someone.

@cindycollins2150 Жыл бұрын

8:37pm I’ve tried to control the anger. Now I try to be preemptive. Other than the obvious taking my meds religiously, I have friends who are respectful when I’m asking for space. It’s too much stimuli. Too much to read in texts. too much trying to act normal (whatever THAT is). Trying to just stay quiet. Sound can be a HUGE trigger for me and I get super sensitive to it when I’m manic. My friends know not to call or text when I’m “hittin’ the skids” as I call it. Every other day or so, I’ll text them just to let them know I’m ok. They send a ♥️ or 😊 to let me know they got it. I’ve made promises to my children, friends, and even a few co-workers that I would NEVER hurt myself. I don’t break promises. Ever. To anyone. There are times when “I promised I would not hurt myself” is my mantra. It’s a survival tool for me. My boss and co-workers are very supportive knowing what I go through. Sometimes they ask me what it’s like. Reach out. Use your pain to educate others. Make something decent out of our shitty genetics.

@shloppyjoe3962 Жыл бұрын

@cindy Collins I really liked that last sentence make some good out of our shitty genetics

@kylemc7843 6 ай бұрын

Imagined a horse wrote this.

@guitarjay123 16 күн бұрын

"Sometimes you have to lose your mind to come back to your senses" I find that to be very liberating.

@mandyluna Жыл бұрын

I've been working on myself for about 15 years now. It's a never ending beautiful journey. I love seeing how far I've come and can't wait to continue to keep improving.😊

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

You got this!

@therandomguy4270 Жыл бұрын

I literally just had one of these episodes. Wife just left with the kids to get away from me for a few hours. I woke up, there were small triggers that had nothing to do with anything, and BOOM. I was set into a rage within 60 seconds of being awake. Full on head sweating and explosive energy. I hate these episodes and i hurt everyone around me. This cage of extremes is overwhelming.

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

Hey there ! Rob is available on patreon. You can message him, text or even have a call with him there. For a very limited time he is offering free support phone calls for all patrons right now in which he can lend an ear, give advice or answer questions. Take gentle care. Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds On Patreon, you can message Rob directly, get a phone/video call, watch videos that are more personal in nature, and access a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@autumnskyes5633 Жыл бұрын

I've been feeling a lot of anger and resentment since my divorce. Just when I feel I'm managing or even over a lot of it, something happens that triggers it. Instead of it coming out though, I seethe. Hearing you explain what's going on in your life made me feel close to "normal" as normal can be being bi-polar. We aren't alone. Thanks for this.

@davinarasmussen Жыл бұрын

As a partner to someone who has BP, your videos have helped me so much to understand what's going through their head. I have mental health issues, but not BP and it's an incredibly complex yet simple disorder, once you *get* it lol. I understand some theory about the why, but the reality of WHAT they experience has been much more difficult to get open, honest, even FUNNY and simple advice about. Thank you so much for what you do 🤗🖤

@strawberrypancakes2438 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. My family does not understand what it feels like to have bipolar. They compare me to other people with bipolar. They do not understand that everyone with bipolar is different. That is why we have different medication. Your treatment may not work on me. Because we are different. They should not compare me to other people. It makes me feel like they do not want to hear me and my experience. Especially my brother. He screamed at me and it made my mania worse than it was. I had to change my medication because of him. I cut him off from my life because he is going to do it again. I can not wait to officially cut him out of my life forever when I am independent. I am very sorry. But just because we are family does not mean we have to deal with each other's bullshit. Thank God he is out of my life.

@rustynail1020 Жыл бұрын

ya people that arent sick, cant understand. my rage is unhuman my knuckles n forehead covered in scars, my body, has burns n rest of it tattoos. i CAN NOT tolerate rude people n have been in too much trouble. getting help i need, but still avoid people

@HanaPazdirkova 3 ай бұрын

Your family is not necessarily made of blood relatives. It is made of love and kindness. Stick with those, no regrets.

@judithchandler7368 2 ай бұрын

Pissed off can be such a powerful feeling as the words come rushing and caution runs out of the room.

@rehlorocco Жыл бұрын

I have learned so much from you! I was diagnosed at 17 years old but not given any meds until my GP guess I was bipolar and put me on medicine 35 years old. I don’t know how I survived the whole of these years without lithium. Please don’t stop making these videos! I am very broke but when I have a few extra dollars I definitely will become a Patreon. God bless you and your work!

@justinbailey6515 Жыл бұрын

My spouse goes through this a fair bit. I become the target of her aggressions. I deal with it if only to protect the kids but I am at a point where the kids are afraid of her. Now I have to decide what is in the kid's interests to provide a stable home environment...

@user-nf7mi1ez6o 7 ай бұрын

Stable home environment. You don't want child services intervening. N it's your job to protect your kids first, not her (in Australian law). Kids have rights to a safe home. N that is OUR responsibility, whether mentally ill or not. Talking from experience...

@isaacrosado6630 20 күн бұрын

Australian here as well, going through the same shitty experience, call the police if necessary to protect the kids. While my (ex)partner has our compassion, sympathy, love and understanding (from me and the little ones), sometimes it’s better to separate for the sake of the children’s wellbeing (which should be the first priority). It’s hell on earth, but a stable environment without a mother is better than risking a tragedy BOTH parents would regret.

@grangrampa832 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I also suffer from bipolar 1 and I do experience so much anger and get pissed off at everyone and anything just because my mind won’t stop thinking about the worst thing imaginable and you wouldn’t believe the things I say some people hate to be around me when I get this way I love listening to you I feel less alone believe it or not everyone likes me to be hypomanic and high they say I’m so much fun it’s no fun

@cherylkiley6373 Жыл бұрын

My son does the same thing! He has blown up at work. Luckily they understand and try to help him get through.

@tamsmith6751 Жыл бұрын

I have always had trouble with extreme anger when my only child died the sadness was crippling for many years and I had such a horrible time dealing with sadness. It eventually became anger worse and worse and yet somehow dealing with the anger was so much easier to handle because Ive always been so angry. All of the years that my son was alive my mental world became such a beautiful place he helped me see such a lovely and unreal world. With him the long buried mistrust and anger morphed into something calm and safe. It was the first time in my life I had felt that way and it comforted me I was never afraid to love him. When I lost him everything bleak and dark came back with a frightening vengeance and Ive been dealing with it again for the past 15 years. I try my best to not let this come through to my long suffering husband I try to swallow down the almost homicidal rages its a horrible way to live, mental doctors, tons of mental pills and meds, and on it goes......

@meehow72 Жыл бұрын

It was my fathers death that triggered the same feekings of anger and despair in me as you. It's heartbreaking 💔 😢

@JJJJJ31969 10 ай бұрын

Does hypnosis and trauma processing help?

@RB-sy1oz Жыл бұрын

I have bipolar and bpd my go to when I got angry was cutting. Thankfully I haven’t don’t it for months. I hope I can continue doing well down that path. Blessings to everyone and their struggles.

@Catlily5 Жыл бұрын

Same thing I go to cutting and burning when angry.

@holographic555 21 күн бұрын

I have bipolar 1, CPTSD, and BPD. It can be so tough. Therapy has helped.

@NordicViking83 Жыл бұрын

The worst rage attack is when there is combination of depressive state and stress, the explotion of the rage is a blackout and I am no longer in control of my emotion, I had one episode lately that really freaked me out and it was the "blackout" that occured when I had a rage attack... and the awful sense of guilt is just horrible. The broken doors are a terrible reminder. Even though material damage is better than damaging people is better it still does a terrible impact on the family. Lately I have learn to sense the the days during my depressive period is the worse I take extra care of analyzing my feelings, take extra pills to calm my nerves, and it does great... Keep fighting Polar warrior, excellent video more people would need to open their eyes to this disease..

@jaredcross3030 Жыл бұрын

I know I've commented on a couple of these already, but I swear, I can't express how thankful I am to have found this channel. I have never felt so validated in my life. Again, although I have not been formally diagnosed, I am on the path to a diagnosis and treatment plan, but these videos have found the words to explain the things I've felt all along and thought were just...normal. Someone mentioned the roller coaster ride...I feel you, and I hear you, in my soul. But you're not riding that bitch alone. I promise.

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

@get1rocstartim5 Жыл бұрын

I feel you were meant to talk about this. I am very grateful for you helping us understand. Thank you.

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you found the video to be helpful. If you'd like to support Rob in what he does with Polar Warriors as well as contact him directly and access exclusive content, I hope you'll consider joining him on Patreon. He's currently offering free coaching calls to all patrons for a limited time. I'll include the link below so you can check it out! :) -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member) www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@STEVENSHIREBROOK Ай бұрын

The sheer burning rage is unbelievable. Its normally the most smallest, petty inconveniences that blow me up

@jonchiesa7874 Ай бұрын

Our daughter-in-law is bipolar and my wife and I have received her rath on numerous occasions. Things that don't even make sense. Sometimes it is so hard not to take her anger directed at us personally. We try to understand it's not her fault, but it is very tough.

@holographic555 21 күн бұрын

I totally feel this. It's so tough.

@latifx3944 Жыл бұрын

I'm bipolar and I'm really struggling with my therapist on the "thought leads to emotions", but frequently I find it's not a thought for me, but an overwhelming sense of emotional reaction. For example, I become angry and rude when I'm hitting the peak of manic, but it's not driven by a thought. Person says so and so, then emotional burst, then thoughts. Have you experienced this and how do you guard explosive output? I try to stay silent, but everyone keeps poking me by asking what's wrong, which makes me even angrier. How do you cope with that? When I'm in that mindset, I just want to left the fudge alone.

@Katejournalsofjunk Жыл бұрын

This is a great insight. I am trying to help my son and reading this may help me. He often gets very quite and I sense something is very wrong but then I ask and his anger comes out. Perhaps what you’ve said is how he feels. I will try to remember during these times.

@meehow72 Жыл бұрын

Bingo. Which is why the term "fight or flight" is so apt. I am usually quite introverted but when hypomania was approaching, Id always suddenly become more outgoing, only to quickly shift to what you describe: irritated and only wanting to be left alone. Sadly, my body language invariably caused others to start asking stupid questions, only making the situation worse. I always retracted like a wounded animal but it's not a solution.

@vivijd14 Жыл бұрын

I relate to that too, even though I don’t have Bd, I have pmdd, which causes mood shifts based on the hormonal cycle. It is quite shocking how one day to the next I will just « feel » bad out of nowhere. I start to have anxiety, nightmares, moodiness, pessimistic…but nothing in my life or thoughts changed, just my body. Of course, we try unconsciously to « make sense » of that feeling by attaching thoughts to it, but it is exactly what we should NOT do! There is no narrative, no one to blame! It is chemical, 100%. How well you manage those moods depend on your thoughts, and knowledge, but the moods are not triggered by thoughts. I do personnaly try to isolate during those periods, and I also try to do all the things I don’t like job/responsabilities wize when I know I’ll feel good, leaving me more fun or easy things to do when I am down. Having grace for the « future me » helped alot.

@brandydownes1560 Ай бұрын

Oh my gosh! You totally nailed it. That is Exactly the thing as well I couldn't put in words. Yes, the emotional anger shoots through you before you know it. Then you ask yourself why that thing pissed you off LOL. THEN comes the "All or nothing" kicks in. Something doesn't work out, it's time to just drop everything because nothing works out right anyway right? Throws all papers in the air, Done! It's pretty horrific. I find myself silently praying for patience and to let this pass, all day long. Fun stuff 🙄

@straightshooter3643 Жыл бұрын

Wow, I was just trying to explain to a friend why I was in my "mood" so they might understand a little more of what I was going through. This was a much needed and appreciated video, thank you so much! I'm going to share it with that friend I was just talking to about my anger and agitation. Thanks again! 🙏

@Dani-it5sy Жыл бұрын

Exactly to the tiniest detail what I experience. Very special to hear someone else describe it. Thank you for your good work!

@erynfish Жыл бұрын

Very well said. I appreciate having an explanation for this process that I actually go through that my mind couldn't find words to express. Thank you for trying to make sense of what you're going through and, given the tools you've learned and shared, taking us along in the peace of the aftermath.

@mrsm3442 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting.

@realmentalhealth4010 Жыл бұрын

Yes brother! We are one in the same. Great video. Happy to find someone sharing their story so openly.

@kathleenkinneberg559 Жыл бұрын

Great video Rob. Thanks for all that you do. Your channel has been a huge help in my life. Keep em comin!

@bbJav Жыл бұрын

Yes, this calms me down, It takes a big deep exhale and deep inhale, assume that my life is important in my case. Thank you! 🇲🇽

@VenusInStyle Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This was one of your best videos, pieces of information to pass on and explain how this cycle happens and can be corrected with more mindfulness. I feel as if you took the DBT skills worksheets and related them to real life bipolar manic episodes. The way you perfectly articulated the mania destruction to the severe depression is helpful.

@deborahhamsho4799 Жыл бұрын

Omg u described me to a tee. Thanks for your insight and tips. Hard to lasso the mania and the crankiness. Exercise and catching yourself before following manic inclinations, like taking on grandiose projects ,involving other people ,that i wont complete is something im learning to do in my old age. Recognition is the key to self help

@ourlifeofadventure1754 Жыл бұрын

Another great video with tons of info and ideas. I appreciate your vulnerability and analogies! You're a true storyteller. 😊

@renostubbs8504 Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy,we appreciate your channel so such. It has been hard after my separation but I know that I am not alone. Keep the videos coming,I have learned a lot about coping with this illness,it is not my fault but I am responsible for my actions

@missytempleman4793 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos. It is annoying going up or down and not know when or where or why. It gets old.

@bipolarsupportclub3871 Жыл бұрын

Great video Rob! You’re so right. It sucks but you have to embrace the psychic discomfort to move through it. And how you apply mindfulness practice to the “simulations” your bipolar mind generates makes total sense. Thanks for all you do Monty

@mosesvaughncurbsidewarrior7233 Жыл бұрын

Always love your videos. Full of good info as always. Thank you.

@sheilasurgeoner5784 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing jour journey. It is very helpful to my long term journey with my friend Bio Polar 1.

@xandarkiriv4397 Жыл бұрын

this video really spoke to me as someone who recently got a bipolar type 2 diagnoses. thank you!

@bestrongandloveyourself2370 Жыл бұрын

This is a great video! Thank you so much for sharing! 🙏🥰❤️

@kellyeats_oats Жыл бұрын

Hey Rob, thanks for making this video. What you said reminded me of the virtual session earlier this week I went to with a recovery program, it was about emotional regulation. To me, essentially you're talking about self-awareness and accepting the feeling (of anger in this case), and distraction (channeling that anger towards HEALTHY action not drugs, alcohol, etc). The video we watched associated with the session was Self-Help Toon's DBT skills: Emotion Regulation and Acceptance (on KZfaq as well). I had a different case of bipolar anger where it was triggered by my parents and I wanted to hurt them (and ran through the simulation in my head)...and then I was in the hospital again (brother called the cops and they talked to me and bought me to the hospital). I've never felt that kind of anger before where I wanted to hurt somebody. Hopefully the next time I feel anger I'm able to regulate it effectively that it doesn't get to the point of escalation and being stuck in the hospital again. Thanks again 🙏

@natashaleewilliams9548 Жыл бұрын

Love it ❤️ perfect timing too! So thank you! I just need to remember it now 😅

@benedictjephcote6815 Жыл бұрын

It's real interesting hearing you talk about needing to stop oneself from doing what the body/mind wants to do. Before I knew I was bipolar, I tried to 'do the opposite' of what I was feeling, but it was hard work. The 'feel it, don't feed it' is interesting. I found that doing similar, letting the feelings sit and taking time to understand them really helped.

@shannonfrench6893 Жыл бұрын

Robert it was so good to see you with a new video and the subject matter once again describes the place I'm in. The reason you haven't seen a comment from me lately is because I caught a bipolar high in April and have been trying to ride it out as long as I can but there's been some events happening that have me very angry so the timing of this video was perfect. I was so touched when you wrote and told me you are there if I need you. I still feel we live an almost parallel life. Both bipolar as hell, both songwriter/musician's, aviation, the hypersexuality, and so forth. I learned a long time ago that hitting walls or breaking things was self destructive but it leaves a void of inner restlessness and anger and frustration. I'm here for you as well. But I didn't watch any of your videos for a while when I was riding that high. I didn't want to think about the crash I knew would eventually come and when it does I fight it as long and hard as I can which leaves me in this???? Can't even find the words to describe it but I believe you understand. Well I'm back now and will join you on Patreon soon. You're such a good person Robert! It takes a lot to do what you do but you do it because you want to help. Thank you!!!!!

@Deborah-de6tm 2 ай бұрын

Thank u soooo much for all the work u do for us bipolars Dr.Deborah

@janedonahoe2728 Жыл бұрын

Best 'rant' ever. You're amazing to share your experiences to help us...and tonight it helped me. So grateful. So so grateful 💚

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

Hi Jane, I'm so glad that Rob's video was so helpful to you. Thanks for taking the time to comment. If you'd like to help support Rob in what he does with Polar Warriors and be able to access exclusive content of a more personal nature, as well as be able to contact Rob directly, I'd encourage you to consider joining him on Patreon. I'll include the link so you can check it out! :) Take good care. -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member) www.Patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@Monitor_95687 9 ай бұрын

Thanks Man ! I share this battle with you. I'm in my 50's now and really angry in my youth. My saviour is mediation and mindfulness. (and meds) When they say PRACTICE meditation - it's just that. I had to FORCE myself to sit and LEARN to do it. Being one of the toughest things I have ever undertaken but the rewards have been endless. Not for everyone though. --- Thanks for this. 👍 I needed someone else to hear it from.

@nadiastahiv4403 10 ай бұрын

The way you describe things is so amazing even for those who don’t have bipolar disorder. I don’t have one, but I am amazed how you were explaining such a difficult psychology, and that’s also helpful in other aspects of my life ,it’s a pleasure listening to you.

@PolarWarriors 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. I’m so glad the video has been helpful. Stop by the channel anytime 😊🥰 -Rob

@mandy3429 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your videos!! My quick temper wreaks havoc on my marriage. The worst part is that most of the time I don’t recognize how quickly I get ridiculously angry until it’s already escalated to a fight. I think the anger is the most constant symptom.

@PolykineticsFit Ай бұрын

I HATE my ridiculous outbursts. I immediately get hit with guilt because only after the incident occurred do I realize what I did. I use most of my anger to fuel my physical fitness and it gives me sooooo much relief not to mention get physically fit.

@mahmoudsahid5497 Жыл бұрын

Amazing advice - "Sometimes you have to loose your mind to come to your senses" I can totally relate. Well-done Rob.

@cherylkiley6373 Жыл бұрын

This also applies to Everyone! 😃👍

@Deborah-de6tm 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for being u and describing me! All the work you do for us bipolar people Dr.Deborah

@shannonberrymanmcmillin2558 Жыл бұрын

I could not have said that better myself! I found myself raising my hand as if it were a class with almost every sentence. It's nice to HEAR that I am not alone in this. It also gives me a good place to self check. TY!

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

Hey there ! Rob is available on patreon. You can message him, text or even have a call with him there. He is offering free support phone calls for all patrons right now. I think you may benefit from that. Take gentle care. Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds On Patreon, you can message Rob directly, get a phone/video call, watch videos that are more personal in nature, and access a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@annamaegold Жыл бұрын

Sometimes you have to lose your mind to come to your senses. Love it. Thank you.

@sally-kz7nz 3 ай бұрын

Thank you again for your wonderful videos. My bf is depressive atm and has - as usual - cut me out. Im used to that but even tho i lesve him alone as requested - he has thrown in the ouch moments lol. I listen to you when this happens and your videos are very comforting ... You are doing a marvellous service

@PolarWarriors 3 ай бұрын

Sally, I'm so glad you found Rob's channel! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord where we have a lot of loved ones who attend. He also has a specific group for partners and family as well. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@calsannepotgieter4200 Жыл бұрын

I'm usually not an angry person. So when I do feel angry I know its a red flag I'm not doing well. The thing I ask myself is what has changed in reality? Did I actually have fight with someone. Or did I imagine a fight? Did they do something to hurt me recently? Or am I replaying memories from years ago? Is the person I'm angry at my mother or my ex husband? For some reason I obsess about these 2 mostly innocent people who have proven again and again that they are a support to me. It can be hard working out what is real and what is an appropriate (healthy) response.

@alexandrahindley Жыл бұрын

Omg.... this is my life. Finally I can show my family so they can understand what I go through. I was diagnosed just over 10 years ago and I relate to all this. Thank you x

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

@TassieJake Жыл бұрын

I bloody wish I could put things into words like Rob. I'm getting there thou. Good work dude 👍

@maryburrows1460 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this one! One recently I’m gaining more insight into my anger with my bipolar disorder… your channel is such a blessing. Especially tonight when I’m feeling manic

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

Hi Mary, I'm so glad that Rob's channel has been so helpful to you. Thanks for taking time to comment. If you haven't yet, I'd encourage you to also check out Rob's private community on Patreon where he posts exclusive content of a more personal nature. You can also contact him directly through that platform. I'll include the link so you can take a look. I hope things level out for you soon. Take good care. -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member) www.Patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@maryburrows1460 Жыл бұрын

@@PolarWarriors thank you so much for your kind reply back! Please give my best to Rob … I wish I had the extra money to join him on his other channel but I’ve been through so many jobs lately I don’t.

@TheWarmcoldsurfer Жыл бұрын

I also have bipolar illness. I'm from Sweden and your videos are great. It takes a lot of work understanding that the anger has no name...wall etc.

@Jkingsley81 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing video! You're awesome man!

@Onnlen Жыл бұрын

I really needed to hear this today. I’ve been so damn angry and letting it out all over.

@medenaniki Жыл бұрын

This is so helpful. Thank you soooo much!🙏

@miley18love Ай бұрын

I’m feeling some of this every day, I’m a journal junky with my computer virus in my head. I talk to myself so poorly that I get pissed. Thank you for sharing w me. ❤

@ChristopherRiggs-in3oo 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for having this channel it helping me understand my newly diagnosed bipolar 1 and all this time I thought it was just my ADHD and severe depression/anxiety.

@PolarWarriors 4 ай бұрын

Hi Christopher! I am glad you finally got the right diagnosis! That opens the door to helpful services and treatment plans. In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a weekly support group for patrons only on discord. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@LadyLash69 Жыл бұрын

Yup, yes…to all of this on Many levels….thank you..💜

@helenbunnehmummeh5154 10 ай бұрын

I’m really struggling today, I’m trying to check in with my feelings and polar warriors is a resource I can trust. Thanks Rob.

@PolarWarriors 10 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry to hear that you’re struggling today. I’m having a tough day myself. This time of year is hard on so many people because of seasonal changes. I’m glad the channel has been helpful. Take extra gentle care of yourself right now. 🤗🤗🤗 -Rob

@stephanyblahey2476 Жыл бұрын

I didn't start to understand my bipolarism until I started watching your videos, so thank you for what you do

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@wallygee2198 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the reality check on what you say about bipolar disorder it is very true, because I suffer with bipolar disorder and I'm happy you are explaining what we deal with everyday and letting people know how we deal with life it's a harsh illness to live with

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

Hi WallyGee! Thanks so much for your comment. Yes, it can be a harsh illness to deal with. If you'd like to contact Rob directly and have access to exclusive content as well as a wonderful little support community, please consider joining him on Patreon. I'll include the link below so you can check it out! :) I hope you're doing well this week. Take good care. -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member) www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@lita870 Жыл бұрын

I feel like you just walked me through my week

@Yngsavi Жыл бұрын

This helped me more than anyone in my family

@jillmontgomery4856 10 ай бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you. Just what I needed to hear today.

@PolarWarriors 10 ай бұрын

@joyhigh 12 күн бұрын

I am so grateful I found this video and I feel so validated. It is hard to explain to people what's going on in my brain when I'm firing on all cylinders and this video helps a lot

@PolarWarriors 12 күн бұрын

It's like finding the missing puzzle piece for your brain, right? Glad you found some validation here! -Rob www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@shannonmcmillin5359 Жыл бұрын

Ok, I had to watch this one twice... concentration may be tuff today but I didnt wanna miss anything AND your so right! All of it! Your exactly right.. needed to hear it, recognize it, and try and try to modify some behavior, especially the car stuff, Thank you

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

@tatianat4527 Жыл бұрын

Those crazy image simulations make me feel I am loosing it completely at times. When it peaks, there is as you say this tiny bit of consciousness that stops hell from breaking loose, after years of psychotherapy, nothing has changed but a tiny bit of consciousness that can stop you from destroying yourself.. sometimes. Thank you for explaining it the way you did.

@williammacdonald3327 10 ай бұрын

This is so code to what I go through! Last week I didn't want to know what was going on, all I wanted was silence and darkness! But for the last few days, it's been exactly the opposite. I just don't know what when it will go down again. Thanks again for the video,they are very informative.

@PolarWarriors 10 ай бұрын

@here4theshow402 2 ай бұрын

I’m watching your videos in effort to help my 15 y/o son. These are sooooo helpful and informative. Thank you!

@PolarWarriors 2 ай бұрын

Hi there! I'm so glad you found Rob's channel! Make sure to watch the video he has with his mom! In case you are interested Rob offers one on one support on Patreon and he has a support group for patrons only on discord where we have a lot of loved ones who attend. He also has a specific group for partners and family as well. Would love to have you there! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

@markstarr5228 8 ай бұрын

This made me cry. Thankyou for helping us.

@PolarWarriors 8 ай бұрын

Awe right on Mark! I’m so glad that the video resonated with you so deeply. I really love what I do and it’s a privilege to be able to help others with this illness. On a sidenote, I would like to extend an invitation to my private community on Patreon. We have an amazing group of people there, and it’s where you can contact me directly anytime. Do consider checking it out. There’s a link in the video description. I hope you have a peaceful week my friend! - Rob

@alecianewman4226 Жыл бұрын

What you said actually helped me. Thank you

@lisashawe Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Rob

@BanburyYid Жыл бұрын

My anger in my bad times is the no.1 bug bear for me. It only ever seems to get targeted about my wife; she’s my greatest support, my rock and the main reason I still manage to live a relatively normal life. Thank you again for your amazing content. Your videos have helped me come to terms and understand my condition since I got diagnosed 5 years ago. I’d go as far as saying you’ve helped more than any of the meds or psychiatrists that I’ve had since. 😊

@PolarWarriors Жыл бұрын

@christinewebster9056 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the distraction tip. I am going to try that.

@JenniferxxxJoy 11 ай бұрын

Great video. A mastery of self awareness. I am still discovering… when I get angry I also become paranoid(a strange combination). My anger displays in verbal, not physical outbursts that can put me in jeopardy if I am not careful who I let loose on. When I’m on my meds much better. Dangerous for my livelihood if not because I say just what I’m thinking and feeling not realizing just how inaccurate it might be.

@user-nf7mi1ez6o 7 ай бұрын

Sometimes you have to lose your mind to come back to your senses.. omg. So relevant..

@oeleveoleve.7562 Жыл бұрын

never i am not happy about my life, i be proud of it, i have satisfaction for what i did and doing. my anger is when people don't know what are they doing, during my job when they do something like that ... im a mess, irritable person and more.

@maniseemilieantoinette1763 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh thank you for your videos. For the longest time I felt crazy and knew something was wrong with me. I was diagnosed with BP TYPE 1 but I ignore the doctor for years and was in denial. Now I am accepting that I deal with the symptoms which is a lot. I even scare myself when I get like this (I mean after the episode subside). Makes me wonder when I got punch in the face. I started laughing when she did it. I thought I was weird for this smh. Knowing someone we physical assaulted me.

@nene7042000 Жыл бұрын

Omg I needed this video

@adamas66 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences. I thought I was alone and losing my mind. The pandemic and the MCO in my country caused my business to collapse and now struggling to put food on the table. When my designs don’t sell I and banks call for repayments - I get into the rage. Surprisingly, designing and sewing helps my mind off the rage at hand and I go into a different place and often calm down. But of course it does not address the life issues but least it helps my mental issues. Thank you again for sharing. I feel less alone with my disorder.