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 setting boundaries to prioritize mental health and shares insights on managing bipolar disorder effectively.
The conversation also touches on the founding of MedCircle, a platform providing accessible online mental health content, and the impact of personal stories in healing.
Both Jackie and Paris reflect on their experiences of learning to live well with bipolar disorder, offering hope and guidance to listeners navigating similar challenges.
Connect with MedCircle's free work here! 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement 01:07 Jackie's Early Diagnosis Journey 02:49 Struggles with Misdiagnosis and Addiction 06:35 The Stigma of Mental Health vs. Addiction 10:38 The Birth of MedCircle 16:57 Personal Stories and Relatability 27:20 The Importance of Boundaries 36:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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