Paris welcomes Polly Wiseman, a theater maker from the UK who uses their skills in writing, acting and a dash of comedy to spread awareness of bipolar and challenge stigma, online and on stage. Polly discusses their journey from childhood fascination with actress Vivian Lee to receiving a bipolar diagnosis at drama school.
Polly candidly talks about the struggles, stigma and lack of support they faced initially. Polly delves into the details surrounding the creation of a play based on their experiences in psychiatric wards and the impact it has had over the years.
Polly emphasizes the importance of community support, vulnerability and the role of art in mental health advocacy. Polly also touches upon the significance of de-stigmatizing psychosis and offers insights into finding balance and support in life with bipolar. The conversation highlights the ongoing journey of managing mental health and the power of sharing stories to foster understanding and connection.
Stay connected with Polly's work through Fireraisers here and on her IG here!
Learn how to support someone you love or care about who lives with bipolar here! 00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:19 Meet Polly Wiseman: Theater Maker and Advocate01:18 Polly's Early Experiences with Bipolar Disorder04:20 Diagnosis and Initial Struggles06:56 Creating Art from Personal Struggles07:59 Impact and Reactions to Polly's Work09:55 Living with Bipolar: Challenges and Support13:15 Finding Connection and Community Online16:20 De-stigmatizing Psychosis through Comedy18:43 Support Systems and Personal Growth22:01 Reflections on Living Well with Bipolar30:09 Final Thoughts and Advocacy
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