About A.K. My name is A.K. Wilson, or otherwise known as Angel. I am a mother, blogger, mental health, and domestic violence survivor advocate. I am a multi-genre author and writer.  I was born in New York, Raised in NJ, made a home in Kentucky. I live life to the fullest and cherish every moment. My links :) www.twistedenchantedworld.com Contact James If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye Also support a...

About the Episode Please join me in listening to the interview with Hunter as he talks about his journey with Bipolar 1 disorder and what he has been through before and after diagnosis. About Hunter Bio: "Hunter Keegan is an author and musician with a day job. He lives with Bipolar Type I and uses his experiences with this disease to inspire creative projects. His first memoir about mental illness, My Brain Is Trying to Kill Me, was published last year. He also recently released a new...

About the Episode Join me as I interview Amy and discover her insights about her own struggles, and mental illness overall.  Where to find James If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye Also support a life coach that has influenced me along my journey of self-reflection: https://www.groundsforclarity.com The Bipolar Writer Podcast is listener-supported, and for as little as $5 a month, you can help support...

About The Episode Listen to my interview with Norm, his mental illness story, and learn about the differences in Canadian Mental Health system differences and similarities to the American one. Another great interview for The Bipolar Writer Podcast. About James Edgar Skye If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye Also support a life coach that has influenced me along my journey of self-reflection:...

About the Episode Take a journey as I interview Katheleen and her journey with her mental illness.  About James If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye Also support a life coach that has influenced me along my journey of self-reflection: https://www.groundsforclarity.com The Bipolar Writer Podcast is listener-supported, and for as little as $5 a month, you can help support the mental health advocacy that I do by...

About the Episode There are times when I get the chance to meet someone from Twitter and interview a fantastic individual, so I would like you to meet Caroline. Caroline was diagnosed with Bipolar Type I in 2015 when she was 20, and she has learned how to manage her mental illness, along with graduate school, work, and the pandemic. Where to Find James If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye Also support a...

About the Episode I had the pleasure to interview someone that is a part of LivingWorks, Kathleen shares her own story and how to become a part of a great organization. LivingWorks is a great worldwide resource available to all people. You can find more about LivingWorks at http://www.livingworks.net If You're Looking for J.E. Skye If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye Also support a life coach that has...

About Episode In this episode, I get a chance to interview someone from my alma mater Southern New Hampshire University, Crystal. Learn about how she has dealt with her mental illness, life, and school while improving her life through education. Join me, James Edgar Skye, for another episode of The Bipolar Writer Podcast. Where to Find James If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye Also support a life coach that...

Episode Details I always want the community with mental health/mental illness community and those on the front lines trying to change the way mental health and mental illness are treated here in America. Today, I am honored to introduce you to The Bipolar Writer Podcast Kasey Clabron Ph.D., a research scientist and clinical psychologist. This is her episode. About Casey Claborn Kasey Claborn, Ph.D., is a research scientist and licensed clinical psychologist. She is an assistant professor...

Episode description This is a catch-up episode of where James is right now as we head towards the end of June 2021. Catch up with James and learn the new journey he has been on over the year.  If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye The Bipolar Writer Podcast is listener-supported, and for as little as $5 a month, you can help support the mental health advocacy that I do by visiting...

Episode Description What Kim is offering in this package are the ELI Assessment and a debrief. The two ways that come are one-on-one debrief with Kim or possibly a group debrief on Saturdays. I, James Edgar Skye, am offering to be a part of that process if you trust me as an option because I know what it feels like to go through a debrief. If you are interested, you can reach out to Kim Johnson directly at [email protected] and be open just to have a conversation about...

Episode Description Alaina became an advocate for mental health in 2017 following a psychotic episode. During this episode, she experienced delusions, paranoia, and hallucinations. Initially, she was diagnosed with brief psychotic disorder, which mental health professionals believed was stress-induced, as Alaina was a full-time Ph.D. student. Later in the same year, Alaina's diagnosis changed to bipolar I disorder. While she did not complete her Ph.D. program, she is currently in school for...

Episode Description  Colleen Burns Durda is a self-described debut memoirist, aspiring humorist, and actual homemaker. She lives outside of Minneapolis, MN. Her mental health journey began thirty-one years ago when she was brought to an emergency room after suffering a psychotic break. She was immediately diagnosed as having manic depression, the former name of bipolar affective disorder. Colleen believes strongly in mental health advocacy and hopes through telling her story, more people...

Episode Description  The episode before you is perhaps the most critical topic I have will cover on The Bipolar Writer Podcast. It is the most talked about, and today I want to share my experience and thoughts on the subject. I think other than my posts on suicide, bullying, and mental health is vital to ending the stigma surrounding mental illness. Writing my memoir has made me realize a lot of things. If I had talked to my parents about how deep my depression was at fourteen, I might...

Episode Description  Hi, my name is Kristina. I’m diagnosed with Bipolar type 2 and Borderline Personality Disorder. Growing up I experienced depression, low self-esteem, eating disorder behavior, and self-injury. I always poured myself into academics and was able to get into my first-choice school. I starting my college journey attending a small, private university in New York studying aerospace engineering. I started abusing alcohol and one night while drinking I overdosed on Tylenol PM....

Episode Description  Gavin M Hicks is an American ex-pat living in Germany with his wife and two children. He has bipolar 2 disorder and a twenty-year history of mental illness. He has a Ph.D. in German Studies, is a published author, and writes prose and poetry about his experiences with bipolar in his blog "Bipolar and the Buddha." Gavin's blog is here: https://bipolarandthebuddha.wordpress.com If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting...

Episode Description The episode is part one, and the first series on The Bipolar Writer Podcast called My Life Coaching Experience. In this episode, I discuss why life coaching with Kim Johnson and Grounds For Clarity LLC is for everyone. I also discuss my experiences that began from my weekend retreat, having that one conversation with Kim, committing to a four-month-long life coaching journey, investing in myself and my first two weeks.   If you are looking for all things James Edgar...

Episode Description Desiree Loeven- pen name Aby Kittiwake- mother of 3 and married for over 18 years, writes poetry and fosters animals in her spare time.  She belongs to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and her faith means everything to her.  She is diagnosed with ADHD, Major Depressive Disorder, and C-PTSD. If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye The Bipolar Writer Podcast is...

Episode Description Hi, my name is Jess, I’m a Latina in my mid 30’s I’m a mom & wife, and I am diagnosed with GAD & Panic disorder. It’s an honor to be on here to speak my truths about my mental health & advocate for this movement with James. I want to continue to break the stigmas about mental illness among our communities of people of color. I have my blog called She’s Hiatus. It's my muse of self-expression through my writing from poetry, my life experiences & fictional...

Episode Description 47 days. That is how many days have passed since January 1st, 2021, and I rededicated to sobriety. Today was one of those I hate because there is a lot of self-doubts, self-loathing, and above all, guilt for reaching out to people. It is not my way. I wanted to share some thoughts and where I am when I recorded this episode, which is not a great place. I am here and doing my best, but the pull to alcohol and feeling alone is strong on day 47. Come along for a listen...

Episode Description  I wanted to share my experiences as James Edgar Skye with the ups, the downs, even the negatives and positives of life. I shared what I went through, which was a lot in 2020, with my mother's loss in December 2019, and it changed my world. I still went through immense pain, and I am trying my best to continue to work on my inner I with living in the now. Life coaching was a major part and was suicidal thoughts that I endured. I felt the feels and was more vulnerable to...

Episode Description I wanted to share a conscious thought episode that will not be a part of the 50 episodes planned in the first season. This is one of those that is just me, the mic, and the audience. Enjoy! If you are looking for all things James Edgar Skye, you can find his social media visiting https://linqapp.com/james_skye The Bipolar Writer Podcast is listener-supported, and for as little as $5 a month, you can help support the mental health advocacy that I do by visiting...

Episode Description  I am honored to share the story of fellow mental health advocate, Isami. I have known Isami, followed her work, and worked with her before. It is incredible to see how she has grown within her mental illness journey since I met her in 2017. I wrote a feature article about Isami in 2018 for The Bipolar Writer Blog. Now, it is my great honor to give a voice to her story on my podcast and catch up with how she is doing today. I have seen amazing things that Isami has done...

Episode Description   I want to welcome all audiences from around the world to The Bipolar Writer Podcast season one, episode thirteen. Today I get to share a story from Ontario, Canada, and her story of dealing with Bipolar One and Generalized Anxiety. Please listen to Brittany's story of her diagnosis came about, her history, and above all, her unique story. Her journey is her own, and it is always an honor to share the community's stories. Thank you, Brittany, for being a guest.  If...