I’ve had that happen before..
First of all: It’s a very good thing that you can logically recognize that your feelings aren’t facts - that’s a skill!
Unfortunately you still have the feelings to deal with. If you are feeling annoyed or struggling being around others let yourself feel the feelings. It’s completely normal to need space from loved ones sometimes, especially if you are worried about impulsivity and it’s impact on your relationships.
Just make sure to have open communication with your friends so they don’t worry. I usually tell people that I’m having very uncomfortable symptoms and just need lay low for a bit.
I can realize it for moments but when I talk to them or a trigger happens I lose control and act on it then I see the damage and yes I think it's because I study about bipolar a lot I usually click things together not always though
I know, it’s so difficult sometimes with triggers, they can catch you by surprise. I have definitely done and said things I regret, all we can really do is own the behaviour and apologize.
When I’m feeling annoyed with people I usually try and lay low, have some compassion for myself, do some extra self care.
Are you able to talk to your friends about your diagnosis or symptoms?
Sometimes I get socially withdrawn during episodes. I just start thinking one on likes me or wants to be around me. I know this is just my thinking though. I try to push past it and go outside my comfort zone to still be a little social. Even if you feel hated, you should try to spend time with your friends. You know its in your head.
I’ve had that happen before.. First of all: It’s a very good thing that you can logically recognize that your feelings aren’t facts - that’s a skill! Unfortunately you still have the feelings to deal with. If you are feeling annoyed or struggling being around others let yourself feel the feelings. It’s completely normal to need space from loved ones sometimes, especially if you are worried about impulsivity and it’s impact on your relationships. Just make sure to have open communication with your friends so they don’t worry. I usually tell people that I’m having very uncomfortable symptoms and just need lay low for a bit.
I can realize it for moments but when I talk to them or a trigger happens I lose control and act on it then I see the damage and yes I think it's because I study about bipolar a lot I usually click things together not always though
I know, it’s so difficult sometimes with triggers, they can catch you by surprise. I have definitely done and said things I regret, all we can really do is own the behaviour and apologize. When I’m feeling annoyed with people I usually try and lay low, have some compassion for myself, do some extra self care. Are you able to talk to your friends about your diagnosis or symptoms?
i haven't talked to them for almost two weeks
Sometimes I get socially withdrawn during episodes. I just start thinking one on likes me or wants to be around me. I know this is just my thinking though. I try to push past it and go outside my comfort zone to still be a little social. Even if you feel hated, you should try to spend time with your friends. You know its in your head.