This week we are discussing the importance of getting blood tests for medication, the issues with private health care in the uk, and the dangers of the hustle culture.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode we look into (or try to) the connection between Bipolar Disorder and Autoimmune Disorders. I talk through the ones I've been diagnosed with and the impact they have had on my life.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiariesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar & Autoimmune Disorders

Ana's been getting around...from one date to the next and changing the mindset if things don't work out, it's because of Bipolar.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The dating game

Welcome the hosts of ADHD AF (As Females) Laura &amp; Dawn. They take us through their ADHD diagnosis, the difference in symptoms, discuss the impact the media has and the struggles they have faced through out their whole life.  IG @adhdasfemales @lauraisadhdaf @dawnisadhdaf  www.adhdasfemales.com Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ADHD AF

Blood tests, medication and the hustle

TRIGGER WARNING: Following episode contains conversation of self-harm. Leah Charles-King joins me this week to discuss her journey from being diagnosed with Bipolar 1 disorder. Taking us through from when she first recognised her symptoms, how she was diagnosed and how she deals with this being in the public eye.  You can follow Leah on Instagram here: @leahcharlesking Also check out her new account for Illuminate Mental Health: @illuminatemh Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leah Charles King's Bipolar journey

My flatmate, Emma Phillips, talks about her experience living with someone who has Bipolar as well as her own journey in therapy and resolving trauma.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar and flatmates

The VERY brief History &amp; Science of Bipolar Disorder according to me, Anastasia McLean.  Did you know was first talked about in 460 BC by Hippocrates? And that Bipolar can be seen on an MRI scan? Neither did I! Find out more interesting facts about this fascinating mental illness how its come to be understood through history. Have a listen to The Huberman Lab episode ‘The Science and treatment of Bipolar Disorder’ Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

History and Science of Bipolar

Harry Jordan and I discuss his experience with acute onset psychosis after graduating from High School. Harry also talks about his volunteer work for Batyr and Sane Australia and the importance on educating people around Psychosis.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar and Psychosis featuring Harry

Trigger Warning: This weeks episode discusses topics that may be harmful to some such as alcoholism, addiction, sexual assault and trauma. Please proceed with caution.  Joined by Emily Carter, the founder of Sober Girl Club as she discusses her journey with sobriety, her life before and after and the relationships she's formed. We discuss relationships between mental health and alcohol. Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sober Girl Club featuring Emily

Recounting some of my worst dates yet, partying at festivals, being negged and going through heartbreak. Wondering if the men I date are embarrassed of me.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I was heartbroken

Welcome back everyone! This week we will be catching up on life and what followed after last season. Discussing the difficulties of traveling with Bipolar, the triggers and trauma visiting home and what I needed to do to feel healthy and safe.  Please proceed with caution as this episode discusses trauma and ED's.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's catch up

TRIGGER WARNING: Please proceed with caution when listening to this weeks episode. I discuss my recent struggle with depression after a hypo-manic episode. This episode also contains the retelling of when I had thoughts of ending life. Please remember that it does get better and nothing is permanent and we are all still learning.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I was scared

Anger has played a major role in my life, so is it my Bipolar, personality, or frustration from feeling misunderstood? I open up about the mistakes I've made from being angry and how I'm trying to manage it.  Disclaimer: I do not condone violence in my life and all stories are from an unhappy time in my life that I have had to learn and grow from. I have taken accountability for all my actions. Please proceed with caution.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anger Management

Australian Comedian Bec Charlwood joins us to discuss her journey being diagnosed with Bipolar 2, what her life was like before her diagnosis, the impact of medication and her first hypo-manic episode.  Bec speaks openly about Bipolar in her stand-up shows to help educate her audience through humour. @charlbecwood Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar and Comedy with Bec Charlwood

This week I'm spilling all the tea on my sister's amazing wedding. I talk about mentally preparing for the wedding and how I handled getting back into work. No surprise, I also went on a few dates and may have taken the preparation for one a little too far...  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A wedding and two dates

Hugh O'Keeffe is back and this time we are talking about sex! Hugh and I dive deep into our insecurities when it comes to sex, our first ever solo sexual experiences and whether or not porn has ruined our perception. Hugh gives over some great tips for how he is able to manage his insecurities that I'm certainly going to try.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All about sex featuring Hugh

Let's talk about my recent experience with handling yet another birthday and the guilt that comes with it for me. I also discuss the different times over the past few months where I've felt misunderstood and how I've reacted.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Birthdays and Breakdowns

It's the final episode of the season! Recently you sent in questions relating to the content from Season 3. Well I'm here to answer all your burning questions. Watch this space for the Season 4 release date! Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Q and A

Am I the drama? I seem to sometimes make my life more chaotic and dramatic especially when it comes to men. Not only that, my insane confidence and arrogance lands me in sticky situations which see's me flip flopping my feelings on a daily basis.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I cause chaos

Joining me this week is rising Tik Tok star and Certified CBT Practitioner Amy Millie. We discuss her Bipolar misdiagnosis, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder Diagnosis and her time in hospital.  You can find Amy on Instagram at Tik Tok - @itsamymillie Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A misdiagnosis with Amy Millie

Oscar Page, my PT. Over our training we have shared thoughts, stories and ideas about living with our disabilities, only to find so much common ground. It was also amazing to hear a first hand experience of an ADHD'er and the in-depth research Oscar has done into his Neurodiversity.   Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar and ADHD with Oscar

This week is short and sweet just how I like my small talk. We are discussing MENTAL STIMULATION. I'm trying to discover why I'm not mentally stimulated by what 'normal' people are stimulated by. Am I a bad person for feeling bored during times I shouldn't? Do I need to be more considerate to the people around me? And the most important question...is this my Bipolar? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mental Stimulation

In this episode I reflect on the past few weeks and try to figure out what I believe may have triggered or pushed me into a hypo-manic episode. Listen to the shameful ways I've spent Bipolar Day, the crippling anxiety to show my face at work and my research into the relationship between your gut and mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Diary, am I in an episode?

This weeks episode I'm diving a little deeper into my time in high school and what made it such a bad experience. From feeling confused, misunderstood and my own demons... let's just say it was a rough ride!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The High School Days

This week I'm giving an overdue update on my disaster of a dating life...but we can only go up from here. From one night stands, someone I really liked and the insecurities I still face when it comes to intimacy, we get into the details you didn't even know you wanted hear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Diary, I'm dating again

This week I'm joined by my close friend Lucinda Hill. We have bonded over the past year of knowing each other and have found common ground with our Anxiety. Most people who suffer from Bipolar experience symptoms of Anxiety, which is a common mental health issue that impacts almost everyone at some point in their lives. I wanted to briefly touch on the different Anxieties we both face and how differently we might tackle them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bonding over Anxiety ft. Lucinda Hill

This weeks episode explores my spending habits when in an episode. A common trait that people may experience when in an episode (typically manic or hypo-manic) is their excessive spending. I have had my fair share of ridiculous purchases but from research and being aware of my Bipolar, been able to pin-point when I may be in an episode. I also touch on the different themes of spending people may fall into that researchers noticed. Reminder: These views and opinions are my own and include research. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money, Money, Money: Spending in an episode

This week we are joined by lleo, my all time favourite musician based in the UK. It's common for people with Bipolar to be creative AF so we talk to lleo about her Bipolar journey and explore the drive behind her Bipolar Pop bangers. Follow lleo on instagram, watch her awesome tik toks and listen to her music - handles below. Instagram: @lleoworld  Tik Tok: lleoworld  Spotify: Lleo  Twitter: @lleoworld See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Creative AF ft. lleo

Trigger Warning: The following episode contains topics that some people may find sensitive and triggering. This episode is based off personal findings, journey, opinion and is not definitively proven. I am in recovery from an Eating Disorder which started when I was 18. In this episode I discuss the connection I see, and that research suggests, between Bipolar and Eating Disorders and where I am at now. Please proceed with caution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar & Eating Disorders

This week we are joined by Hugh O'keeffe, the Assistant Director at Mosaic Trust in the UK. He shares his struggles with alcohol in the past, the troubles he had with his mental health and his path to accepting himself. He is open, honest and has nothing to hide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sobriety, Sexuality and the path to Self Acceptance ft. Hugh O'keeffe

She’s back! And reflecting on what was the year 2021 and all the amazing things to come in 2022. The New Year’s resolutions are set and it’s time to thrive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2022 The year of me

BONUS EPISODE ALERT! This week I've sat down with Anish Suri, the found of a new app launch September 25th, Bipolar Buddy. Anish takes me through his own personal journey with Bipolar Disorder, his process for creating the app, its amazing features and what everyone can expect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BONUS EP: Bipolar Buddy App ft Anish Suri

This week I’m answering all of your burning questions about Season 2!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 2 Instagram Q&A

This weeks episode I discuss the impact Bipolar has had in my previous workplaces, how I’ve grown from the negatives, and sharing my diagnosis with a company… does that harm my future with them?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar in the workplace

This weeks episode I discuss what it’s like to be single and living with Bipolar. I thrive being single and struggle to hold down a relationship. Is it because of my Bipolar? I’m the best version of myself when I’m alone and not romantically involved… will this ever change?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Single and Bipolar

Anastasia and Leah are discussing their experiences when it comes to dating and when it has been the right time to share with a flame that you have Bipolar. Laugh along as they compare their dating faux-pas and explain their dating journey so far.  Leah's Instagram: @leahcharlesking Anastasia's Instagram: @anastasiamclean Illuminate Mental Health: @illuminatemh The Bipolar Diaries: @thebipolardiaries_    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar Unfiltered Episode 3

This week Anastasia &amp; Leah discuss the difference types of Bipolar especially between Leah's diagnosis of Bipolar 1 and Anastasia's of Bipolar 2. Is Leah misdiagnosed Bipolar 1 or has she slipped into Bipolar 2?   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar Unfiltered Episode 2

Welcome to the first episode of Bipolar Unfiltered! This week Anastasia and Leah are discussing the differences in their upbringing and diagnosis. From their surrounding environment to their family support, they bring to light how different everyone's journey with Bipolar can be and how they made it to wear they are today.    Leah's Instagram: @leahcharlesking Anastasia's Instagram: @anastasiamclean Illuminate Mental Health: @illuminatemh The Bipolar Diaries: @thebipolardiaries_See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar Unfiltered Episode 1

Leah Charles King and Anastasia McLean are back together for their new podcast mini-series, BIPOLAR UNFILTERED. Together, they will bring you an insight into a more unfiltered world when it comes to their Bipolar, the vast difference between their experiences and where they do find common ground. Be ready to laugh, maybe even cry but most of all, encouraged to be unapologetically yourself.  Leah's Instagram: @leahcharlesking Anastasia's Instagram: @anastasiamclean Illuminate Mental Health: @illuminatemh The Bipolar Diaries: @thebipolardiaries_ Tik Tok LCK: @leahcharlesking TikTok: @thebipolardiaries  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing BIPOLAR UNFILTERED

This week I travelled to Spain for a little me time. It was the perfect opportunity for me to reflect on my past travelling experiences and how my Bipolar has impacted those trips. I wish I was someone that loves to travel around the world, jumping from one country to the next…but that’s just not me.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travelling with Bipolar

Warning: Sensitive and Triggering content. This weeks episode is like no other. The whole point of this Podcast is to educate and help people to relate to Bipolar Disorder, which means I need to be showing the other side so many of us try to hide away….The Downside. In this episode I discuss how I’ve been feeling for the past few months, lost, confused, depressed, and where this may be coming from. Unlike all my past episodes, this one will not display any humour or entertainment, it is raw feelings and emotions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Downside

My legend of an ex-boyfriend was kind enough to join me for this weeks episode. He was with me pre, during and post diagnosis...which means he's seen it all! We discuss our relationship dynamic, what I was like as a person and how he dealt with having a partner who was going through a major life transition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A shout out to my ex ft. William Munro

This weeks episode is based all around my recent birthday....a day that overwhelms me greatly. I take you through the events of that week, my feelings of depression leading up to it, what helps me cope and post happy vibes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I turned twenty-seven

Introducing Ellie Carpenter, officially the first Bipolar Queen to guest star on The Bipolar Diaries. Ellie and I have bonded over our diagnosis and the endless amount of similarities we have to each other. Ellie is joining me today to discuss her own journey with Bipolar, breakdown some myths, and how she has related to The Bipolar Diaries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Bipolar Queens ft. Ellie Carpenter

This week's episode stars a very special guest, my beautiful mother, Carolyn. Similar to Episode 9 in Season 1 - My family's little devil, this discusses the relationship between a mother and a daughter and their journey to understand mental health. We discusses our different characteristics, past memories and what life could have been.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not so 'like mother like daughter' ft. Carolyn McLean

Welcome to Season 2! This episode discusses the multiple filing cabinets in my brain that are constantly open!! It’s one of the best ways I’ve been able to explain a component of my Bipolar about how confusing life can be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Filing Cabinet

In this weeks episode, I answer your questions received through Instagram anonymously. I was asked ‘How to know if you have the right diagnosis?’ through to, ‘What’s the craziest thing you’ve done while manic?’. Thank you for all your questions and hopefully you enjoy my answers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Instagram Q & A

This weeks episode features The BPD’s first guest, Ali McLean, my big sister. She has joined me to discuss what it was like growing up with a sibling suffering from mental health issues. She gives listeners an insight from the family’s perspective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My family’s little devil ft. Ali McLean

In this weeks episode, I discuss my love/hate relationship with my birthday. I touch on the overwhelming pressure I feel on my birthday, the gratitude I have to still being here and the aftermath.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s my party and I’ll cry if I want to

In this Bonus Episode that does not follow the blogs, I discuss my journey over the Christmas Holidays and lockdown in London and returning a positive Covid Test. I talk about the impact it had on not only my body physically, also mentally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Covid Christmas

In this episode I discuss my sixth blog post on Bipolar and Boyfriends. I happened to have a boyfriend at each major part of my life in regards to Bipolar - through pre-diagnosis, during diagnosis and post diagnosis. It’s interesting to see how I handled myself in each relationship and my mental health during each one. They all taught me something different that I’ll carry with me forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar and Boyfriends

In this episode I discuss my fifth blog post ‘Bipolar or Personality.’ I constantly question whether my personality is truly me or have I just adapted traits from my different phases of Bipolar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar or Personality?

This episode discusses the fourth blog post - Let’s talk about sex. Specifically focusing on the hyper sexuality people with Bipolar experience during their manic stages and the negative judgement many women receive for their sexual desires and behaviours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s talk about sex

In this episode, I talk about the criticism I have received over the years in regards to my weight and body image. I touch on the resilience we have as children to take on harsh critics, and how it can have a far greater impact on us later in life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Whale

This weeks episode dives deeper into my second blog post ‘To medicate or not to medicate’. It’s a question we all ask ourselves when diagnosed with a mental health issue and is constantly seen as a ‘weak’ option. My goal is to change the stigma that comes with taking medication and to give people a deeper understanding of what it really entails (from my POV).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To medicate or not to medicate

The first episode is an introduction to my podcast as I take a look back on my first blog post ‘The Diagnosis.’ I talk about the start of my journey with Bipolar and how I was diagnosed, and discuss how it changed my life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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