Bipolar Black Sheep

  • Caffeine is a Drug

    Caffeine is the most widely used drug in the world and, for me, the most addictive substance I have ever consumed. Most of us drink some form of caffeine daily without questioning it. As our world becomes more anxious, I must examine my daily choices and how they affect my mood and well-being. I have…

  • The Anxiety Experiment

    (Trigger Warning – Substance Abuse and Suicidal Ideation) “My anxiety has anxiety” Originally Published January 29th 2025  Anxiety has been a significant part of my life since childhood; you could say it’s one of my closest companions. I often find myself trapped in a cycle of worrying and envisioning worst-case scenarios. I can lie in…

  • Dirty Secrets

    (Trigger Warning – Sex, Lies, and Substance Abuse) Originally Published June 14, 2023 “You’re Only As Sick As Your Secrets” It’s April 2017, and I am visiting my family in Iron Mountain, Michigan. This is a special trip for me because I am introducing my serious boyfriend to all of my cousins and siblings. As…