Earlier this year, I was hospitalized for a pretty severe manic episode where I experienced acute psychosis. I did some detrimental things at my job, but luckily was not fired. I damaged a few relationships and slept with a several men that I didn’t know from dating apps.

Since then, I’ve been prescribed a medication combination that’s worked out great for me. I’ve been diligent about going to therapy and my therapist told me she was proud of all the progress I made. I haven’t met with her in a couple of months because she’s been on maternity leave, but I have been meeting with my psychiatrist pretty regularly. He says I’m doing well too.

Overall, I feel stable and great for the first time in my life. I’ve struggled with depression for as long as I could remember and was shocked that I didn’t experience any symptoms when I wasn’t able to get my one of my prescriptions on time. I fully expected to have a disastrous mood swing and spiral. Instead, I took the inconvenience with stride and waited patiently. I managed my emotions successfully despite multiple other stressors going on. 

I am so proud of myself and my journey so far. I have come a long way and I just wanted to share.