Take everything a moment at a time. With ADD, I learned that when I start glitching verbally, I have overloaded myself and need to pause and reset. With Bipolar, I have more lows and manic mids, I keep positive thoughts and images around me. In my manic phase, I try to do the activities that take a lot of energy.

This doesn't work for everyone, but I always tell myself that I will get through these moments, the really hard ones. Some days, I take the day minute by minute. That's the only reason I graduated high school. If you're like me, find reliable people to confide in! That's helped me so much (I need my best friend with me when I have episodes of hypomania so I don't do something stupid). Otherwise, maybe journal. Tell yourself something kind every day. You're doing your best, and that's what matters.

Prozac is my friend after the war. It really helps me sleep without getting vivid flashbacks.