Live Well Bipolar ™

Live Well Bipolar ™

The only podcast where you will hear stories on what it means to Live Well Bipolar every Monday! Tune in as Paris Scobie, Speaker and Best-Selling Author of "Crooked Illness," and guests get into what works, what doesn't and how the reality of living with bipolar looks different for everyone! Each episode will teach you how to shatter the stigma and conquer those obstacles we so often face with bipolar.

Episodes

June 16, 2025 30 mins

Anthony is a third-year psychology major from the University of Chicago who openly shares his journey with bipolar 1 disorder, which was diagnosed after his freshman year.


He shares his struggle through depressive and manic episodes, the importance of medication, and the impact of lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, nutrition, and maintaining sobriety.


Both Anthony and Paris touch upon their personal experiences with medica...

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Paris introduces Damaris Galdames-Hough, also known as Dee, who shares her personal journey living with bipolar and how fitness has played a crucial role in her mental and physical well-being.


From growing up with a mother diagnosed with schizophrenia to her own experiences with bipolar, Dee opens up about the challenges and breakthroughs she's encountered.


She discusses the transformative power of cycling and other fitness routine...

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April 16, 2025 18 mins

In this episode, Paris opens up about the deeply personal why behind her brand-new course, Love Well Bipolar—a course designed specifically for those who love, support and stand beside someone living with bipolar.


Born out of five years of sharing stories, advocacy, and lived experience, this course is more than just information—it’s a roadmap. Paris shares how each of the five core modules came to life, and why they’re essentia...

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February 17, 2025 27 mins

In this episode, we delve into the critical role of support in loving and living with bipolar.


Celebrating five years of the Live Well Bipolar podcast, Paris reflects on its evolution and underscores the influence of support networks on managing bipolar.


Personal anecdotes illustrate how support from loved ones and the community can significantly impact one's mental health journey.


The episode highlights the importa...

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December 31, 2024 33 mins

Join Paris as she reflects on this final day of 2024, sharing her journey of growth and challenges.


Highlights include transitioning to a full-time speaking business, traveling to diverse locations, and deep work in therapy.


Paris emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, overcoming personal fears, and the power of community support.


Do the exercise Paris shares in the episode to reflect on your own year, focusing on thre...

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December 19, 2024 33 mins

A Decade of Defying Darkness: My Journey from Hospitalization to Hope In this special once-in-a-lifetime bonus episode, Paris reflects on her profound journey spanning the last decade since her psychiatric hospitalization on December 19, 2014.


The episode is filled with raw emotions, deep introspection, and invaluable lessons learned from her battle with bipolar disorder.


Through personal anecdotes, Paris shares her transforma...

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Paris welcomes Dr. Wendy Ingram, the CEO of Dragonfly Mental Health, a global nonprofit focused on improving mental health among academics.


They discuss Wendy's personal journey with PTSD from childhood, her experience living with bipolar and the impact of societal stigma.


Wendy shares how reading about mental health inspired her academic pursuits and her efforts to address mental health issues in academia. The podcast also cov...

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Exploring BiAffect: A Technological Breakthrough for Bipolar Disorder Support Paris is joined by Dr. Alex Leow and her team to discuss BiAffect, a pioneering smartphone technology designed to aid those living with bipolar.


BiAffect turns a smartphone into a brain fitness tracker, monitoring typing habits to provide real-time neuropsychological assessments without compromising user privacy.


The team explains the technology's de...

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October 21, 2024 39 mins

Paris is pleased to bring you Jackie Colbeth's story. She is a mental health advocate and co-owner of MedCircle who shares her personal journey of living with bipolar 2 disorder, her initial misdiagnosis at age 13, and her path to sobriety celebrating 21 years.


She highlights the importance of educating oneself about mental health diagnoses and breaking the stigma associated with them. Jackie emphasizes the significance of settin...

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October 14, 2024 33 mins

Unveiling the Stigma: A Conversation with Sara Schley on Bipolar Awareness and Empowerment.


Paris sits down with Sara Schley, a business consultant, social change entrepreneur, and author, to discuss her experiences living with Bipolar Type II disorder.


Sara shares her personal journey of enduring years without a proper diagnosis and living in secrecy until revealing her condition in her memoir, 'Brainstorm: From Broken to B...

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October 7, 2024 48 mins

Finding Solace: Amanda McNamara's Journey with Bipolar Disorder and Monarch Mental Health


Amanda has become a dear friend of mine after shipping me a beautiful care package, which included her journal that helped me A LOT. Amanda McNamara, founder of Monarch Mental Health, joins Paris to discuss her personal journey with bipolar 1 disorder, diagnosed in 2010. Amanda shares how her journey began with journaling, initially a lifeli...

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September 30, 2024 28 mins

Embracing Breaks for Growth and New Beginnings In this episode, Paris shares significant personal and professional updates, announcing a one-year break from alcohol, social media, and the podcast. The decision is driven by health, fitness, and a desire to focus on new goals, including a big project being announced soon.


Reflecting on her experiences, she discusses the importance of taking breaks to invest in oneself. Paris also ...

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August 26, 2024 22 mins

Taking a Break: Exciting Changes and Upcoming Adventures In this heartfelt episode, Paris announces a rare break from the podcast due to an overseas trip, a keynote speaking engagement in Virginia and more explained here.


Starting on August 26th, she will be away until September 30th, when she will return with a solo episode. The podcast's format will shift, featuring more solo episodes alongside one guest interview per ...

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Kate Simonet's Inspiring Journey as a Speaker and Author In this episode of 'Live Well, Bipolar,' the host reunites with Kate Simonet, a returning guest and a personal inspiration. Kate is an author, mental health advocate, and public speaker who shares her journey navigating life with bipolar to help others.


They discuss her experiences starting her public speaking career, the fears she overcame, and the impact ...

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Mike McDonnell joins me from Essex, UK, to share his inspiring journey navigating entrepreneurship and bipolar. Mike talks about his first experience with psychosis in 2019, the challenges he faced, and the changes he implemented to prioritize his mental health.


He opens up about the impacts of focusing on sleep, reducing alcohol and cannabis use, and building a supportive routine. He also discusses his entrepreneurial path,...

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August 5, 2024 31 mins

In this week's episode of 'Live Well, Bipolar,' the host welcomes back Birdie, a mental health advocate, published author, and speaker with NAMI.


Birdie, who lives with bipolar II disorder, shares her why behind publishing her book, I Am Her She Is Me. The conversation covers the inception of her book during a period of journaling to process grief, hesitations to publish following the passing of her dad and her un...

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July 29, 2024 29 mins

In this solo episode, the host delves into their personal experience with depression and bipolar disorder. They discuss the variability of depression among individuals with bipolar disorder and share insights from their own life, including the onset of symptoms at age 14, a misdiagnosis of depression, and the challenges of managing mental health as an adult.


The host emphasizes the importance of support networks, self-awarene...

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July 22, 2024 43 mins

A Bipolar Warrior's Journey: Major General Gregg F. Martin's Story In this episode, the host is joined by Major General Gregg F. Martin, a retired U.S. Army two-star general with an extensive military career and a passionate mental health advocate.


Gregg discusses his lifetime battle with bipolar disorder, sharing his journey from leading thousands of troops to the depths of depression. He talks about his diagnosis, ...

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Overcoming Stigma: Kateri's Journey With Bipolar Disorder Paris talks with Kateri, the Vice President of NAMI Western Massachusetts, about her journey living with bipolar.


They discuss Kateri's initial diagnosis at 18, struggles with self-stigma, and the crucial role of family support. Kateri shares her personal experiences, including her battle with substance abuse, abusive relationships, and her transformative path...

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John F. O'Donnell: Comedy, Bipolar Disorder, and Resilience In this episode of Live Well, Bipolar, Paris is joined by John F. O'Donnell, a national headlining comedian and mental health advocate, who shares his journey of living with bipolar disorder while thriving in his comedy career.


John discusses his early diagnosis, the challenges of managing his condition, and how integrating his experiences into his comedy ha...

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