14 years ago I had my first major manic episode and was hospitalized for 5 days. It took another year and a half and a second manic episode before I was diagnosed as bipolar type one. Flash forward to today and I have a great job that I’ve held for almost 12 years, I have two beautiful sons and I will be celebrating my 7th wedding anniversary. I have written four books and have released 2 albums and three singles. And I have made a mountain of art. If the odds are against you, persevere.

@BipolarArtist wow your example is inspiring and very well needed. I’ve suffered with mental illness and now seizures. These difficulties only give us more purpose. ❤️

@hootenanny we can find strength and beauty in our challenges. Be strong!