Navigating life with bipolar disorder - in conversation with Vijay Nallawala where he talks about his personal journey through bipolar disorder navigating through its complexities.

In this candid conversation, Vijay Sir shares his personal journey with bipolar disorder, detailing the complexities of diagnosis, the impact of stigma, and the importance of support systems. He discusses the challenges faced in relationships and professional life, while also addressing men's mental health within the context of societal expectations. The conversation emphasizes the need for empathy, understanding, and the holistic approach to managing bipolar disorder.

Vijay Nallawala Sir founded BipolarIndia in 2013, one of India’s first peer-led support communities for people with bipolar disorder. Inspired by his own recovery journey, he co-founded the Mental Health Support Foundation to empower and support people living with mental health conditions. With over three decades of entrepreneurial experience, he is also a speaker at international mental health conferences and has been avidly working towards breaking stigma and providing livelihood opportunities for persons with mental health challenges. Based in Mumbai, he continues to champion mental health awareness and inclusion in India.
Timeline:
00:00 Understanding Bipolar Disorder: A Personal Journey
06:34 The Diagnosis: A Long Road to Recognition
14:24 Emotional Turmoil: The Impact of Stigma
20:56 Self-Talk and Internalized Stigma
26:49 Therapeutic Approaches: Medication and Holistic Healing
33:34 Navigating Relationships: Communication Challenges
38:00 Stable Relationships: Can They Exist?
38:31 Navigating Marriage with Bipolar Disorder
44:18 The Impact of Mental Health on Professional Life
49:58 Challenging Misconceptions about Bipolar Disorder
54:53 Advice for the Newly Diagnosed
01:03:23 Men's Mental Health and Societal Expectations
01:09:29 Understanding Comorbid Conditions

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Anxiety and how to manage it in today's fast paced life.
In conversation with Padma Shri Dr C R Chandrashekar Sir.

If there's just one thing you can listen to, to understand Anxiety, let this be the one. What is anxiety, what are its symptoms, triggers, how does it appear in everyday life. What is its impact on health? What are anxiety disorders and how can they be identified, and what are the treatment options. Understand all of this in this podcast episode with Dr C R Chandrashekar Sir. Listen till the end for his message for this World Mental Health Day.
Padma Shri Dr. C. R. Chandrashekar is a true pioneer in mental health care. Honored with the Padma Shri in 2024, his work continues to inspire change and break the stigma around mental health in India.

A former senior professor of Psychiatry & Deputy Medical superintendent, NIMHANS, Bangalore, he is fondly known as the "People’s Psychiatrist". As a consultant & researcher for the World Health organization, he has contributed 70 plus scientific articles in international & national journals on mental health. He has authored 300+ books and continues his lifelong dedication to accessible psychiatry and public awareness for mental health.
He established SAMADHANA Centre (free consultation centre for mental health) in 2007 & has treated 30,000 + people free of cost. In Prasanna Counseling Center, since 1980 over 1 lakh patients have received treatment free of cost from him. Dr. Chandrashekar is the recipient of numerous awards & honours, like the National Awards for popularizing Science by Government of India & University Grant Commission (U.G.C), Rajyotsava Award and more.
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This content is not designed to provide advice and should not be considered a replacement for professional mental health assistance. If you are in distress or worried about another person's mental well-being, please reach out to your local or national helpline or the nearest healthcare provider for help.

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Walking is the simplest form of exercise that does so much good for your mental health. Here's a small nudge for you to go on that stroll :).

I have shared a short poem from the book - Unfinished Love: seven mini stories that'll speak to the love in your heart

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A 1-minute thought interception (rain). Listen in for just 60 secs. Might help you visualize something calming and take off the stress in the moment. Destress.

A 1-minute thought interception (happy moments). Listen in for just 60 secs. Might help you visualize something calming and take off the stress in the moment. Destress

A 1-minute thought interception (walk in the forest). Listen in for just 60 secs. Might help you visualize something calming and take off the stress in the moment. Destress.

The episode is a poetic reflection on embracing emotions.

All emotions have a function. They help us express our likes and dislikes and are like our internal signals that motivate us to act and make decisions. We frequently try to ease emotional distress by overlooking or downplaying our feelings. This doesn’t truly eliminate our emotions and can negatively impact our overall well-being. Recognizing and confronting our emotions is crucial for a healthy mental state.

I have shared a short poem from the book - The Light at the Edges.

Hope it'll make you reflect.

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May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month

Poetry offers significant benefits for mental wellbeing, and in this episode, I explore the reasons why. Regardless of whether or not you have experienced poetry before, this may inspire you to discover and appreciate it even further.

Through the neuroscience behind poetry's emotional effects, reading and understanding of some deeply thought-provoking poems, the episode briefly explores the profound impact of poetry on mental wellbeing. If you find this meaningful, please consider following Mental Health Musings podcast.

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The Light at the Edges: https://amzn.in/d/328q5vX