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Taking It Personally

Isolation may be our worst enemy.

Knowledge is Necessity. Between the "I" that is us and our illness that presumes to establish dominion over the "I" is a battle played out on the field of behavior. Everything is fair game, from our likes and dislikes to how we relate to people to how we experience our surroundings.

In some instances, we need to accept who we are and adapt accordingly. In others, we need to learn to control that which puts our families, livelihoods, reputations, and lives at risk. Finally, we can give thanks for those parts of us that are true gifts.


Video: Isolation

Most people with depression and bipolar are introverts. We tend to isolate. But isolation can bring on depression. John McManamy discusses what is going on and what to do to head off depression.


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