Overcoming avoidance through CBT, gradual exposure, and Islamic wisdom transformed my life by replacing fear with resilience and hope.
Category: Mental Health
Understanding a Repeating Pattern
Preparing for the Trip I had to visit both the bank and the social security office in the next town. It had been over two months since I last cycled that far, primarily due to knee pain caused by a lack of gradual training and insufficient rest between rides. It took some courage to decide […]
Rediscovering Mindfulness and Building Better Habits
Early Attempts at Mindfulness More than five years ago, I tried meditation using the Headspace App, but it didn’t work out as I’d hoped. Despite practicing daily for 45 days, I struggled to make meditation a lasting habit. The tangible outcomes were minimal, and I eventually stopped. However, that experience introduced me to some basic […]
How I adapt & adjust to my mental health challenges – Part 1 –
Improving mental health involves honesty, continuous growth, psychoeducation, faith, and resilience—small steps lead to lasting progress.
How to better my social skills: one of my main weaknesses
Why I lack social skills Before my 2006 relapse I was fit and I practiced sport regularly. I met with sports buddies and developed friendships with them. I was easy going, enjoyed many hobbies, and I was able to spend entire days outside my home without an issue. The following are causes that led to […]
A main event: my last bipolar disorder relapse
As in the first blog post I haven’t had any bipolar disorder type one relapse for more than 18 years, that is since 2006. So I had my first psychosis in 2001, and then I had to relapse in 2006. What led to 2006 relapse? I was living on my own. I didn’t visit my […]
A current and recurrent problem
Overcoming psychosomatic pain: A journey of self-discovery and healing. From shoulder injury to finding strength within.
Bio: My First Manic Episode
A short history of my first bipolar disorder manic episode and the self-assessed reasons behind it.
Finding Hope and Healing: A Personal Account
Struggling with bipolar disorder, PTSD, and more, I’ve found strength in sharing my journey. Discover how I’ve overcome challenges, managed medications, and regained my health.