Soul to Sole Yoga for Bipolar Disorder

09/03/2021

Be mindful of your emotions without judgment. Honestly, this is really hard for me. I feel guilty for some of the things I feel. Especially guilt related to social anxiety. I’m missing out right this minute on a school event for my son. I have a bad headache, which is reason enough to bow out, but I’d be supremely uncomfortable right now going at all. I just can’t handle the people at the moment. I’m letting my judgements blow away and trying to enjoy a little quiet.

08/18/2021

Be mindful of your emotions without judgment. You heard me right. Without judgement. You have a right to your emotions, no questions asked. Feel them, but breathe and let them flow naturally from distress to rest.

08/16/2021

I really struggle with this one. I want to please people, but I can’t do that all of the time. Sometimes withdrawing is the healthiest thing for me.Step back. Protect yourself. Explain later, or not. Personally, I am very open about being bipolar. It means I don’t have to explain anything. A unique freedom not afforded to “normal” people.

08/03/2021

It’s okay to be tired of trying so hard every single day. Give yourself a little grace and credit for simply showing up in life. Sometimes it’s the best you can do. I had one of those days yesterday. It was really challenging to take a step back and say, “No. I can’t do more today.” It was worth the discomfort. I rested and spent time alone, even though it meant the laundry didn’t get folded and my son had too much screen time. I feel better for it today.

07/31/2021

I just love this post by Britney Spears. Check her out on IG for some really quirky content. She’s always herself, which I love. Burning bridges is sometimes necessary for healthy boundaries. Grab your matches! Take good care of yourself today. You deserve it.

07/27/2021

Just a little perspective…

06/30/2021

This is one of the most beautiful expressions of living with BP disorder I have ever heard from my friend, Katrin Inci. Check it out!

https://www.facebook.com/katnesss/videos/404837850788184/

06/22/2021

You get a lot better when you learn skills to manage your bipolar disorder. Life can be fulfilling again. I can help! Message me for program information and we will find the one that’s right for you! You can also go to: www.bipolar yoga.com to learn more about Soul to Sole 😊

05/31/2021

https://www.ted.com/talks/helen_m_farrell_what_is_bipolar_disorder/up-next

The word bipolar means 'two extremes.' For the many millions experiencing bipolar disorder around the world, life is split between two different realities: elation and depression. So what causes this disorder? And can it be treated? Helen M. Farrell describes the root causes and treatments for bipol...

05/07/2021

Saw the tag on this meme and love the website. It has a lot of information on mental health in general and quite a few on bipolar disorder specifically. Here is one on bipolar statistics: https://www.healthyplace.com/bipolar-disorder/bipolar-information/bipolar-facts-and-statistics-bipolar-disorder-is-real

04/27/2021

Just for giggles. Who else feels me on the medication roller coaster? I’m doing great on current meds, but boy did I go through it trying to find what works for me! Thank goodness for DBT skills to help get me through the rough patches when meds were not working or even making life worse.

04/24/2021

This emotion regulation skill is finally getting easier for me. I had to practice it a lot before it became a habit. You can lie in reclined bound angle pose and begin to breathe mindfully (I like a pillow under my spine and head with blocks under each knee). Notice your emotion and describe it to yourself. Observe how it changes or shifts to new emotions. Make note of any impulse to bury or act on the emotion, but don’t do either of those things. Keep watching until the emotion diminishes. Try it for 5 minutes. If you are like me, you can set a timer to go off so you aren’t distracted wondering how much time has passed.

04/16/2021

Positive affirmation has been pivotal in my stability. Say nice things about yourself to yourself. Try it! You are worth it. You’re loved. You are so strong. You can do this.

04/13/2021

In Sukasana, or simple seated pose, rest your hands in your lap and relax using mindful breathing. Focus on how you feel. Notice any related physical sensations. Observe any judgments you experience and let them float away. Validate your right to feel your emotions. See how they change naturally without passing judgment on them. Practice this today for about 5 minutes. I like to set a timer on my phone or watch so I am not worried about how much time has passed. It makes it easier for me to relax into this emotion regulation skill.

04/09/2021

This emotion regulation skill is really a fun one! Put a reminder in your phone or write in your calendar to schedule time for one positive activity every day for the next week. On your diary card or in a journal, record the activity and how it made you feel. What do you think about your feelings around the positive activity? Write that down, too 😊

04/06/2021

Today’s emotion regulation skill is a great one to ponder on your back. When you feel overwhelmed, assume reclining bound angle pose. I like a pillow under my spine and head with yoga blocks under my knees. Ask yourself what you are thinking and feeling. Ask what evidence supports those thoughts and feelings, and what evidence contradicts them. Consider healthier ways to think and feel about your situation. If you can’t lie down for a break, find a quiet place to yourself to try this skill.

04/06/2021

Soul to Sole Yoga for Bipolar Disorder finally has a website! Big thanks to Weston Graphics for putting my vision online. Check it out: www.soultosolebipolaryoga.com 😁

Soul to Sole Yoga for Bipolar Disorder Get StartedAbout UsYoga Therapy for Bipolar DisorderSoul to Sole Yoga for Bipolar Disorder is a unique therapeutic blend of tailored yoga sequences, guided meditation, and dialectical behavioral skills integration geared towards allowing individuals on the bipo...

04/02/2021

https://journalbipolardisorders.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s40345-020-00206-0?fbclid=IwAR0aZDI5s5QAK09cPdPJ95nZMqaDwkvj-M7jqqmiNPYhJQn57b18pDxKhsk

Background Both bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder are characterized by difficulties in emotion regulation. Little is known about which specific emotion regulatory patterns may be transdiagnostic versus disorder specific, and how such patterns change as a function of current mood states....