trixystix
[moping][mute]
trixystix
I love the bf with everything I am but
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sometimes, being with someone with bipolar can be pretty frustrating
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and it's NOT his fault I just
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idk it's just when he's on a depressive swing his mind wanders and he ends up creating problems in his head that don't really exist
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and having to keep reassuring him is a little exhausting, especially when he is in one of those states
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and I feel all guilty for getting frustrated because. well. he's bipolar.
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idk i'm not a super openly emotional person and I forget to be affectionate--not because I love him less, but because I just. idk I'm just not openly lovey
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and it is a constant thing for us
Manda Panda
/snugs Hang in there. It's always hard to be a constant source of strength for someone else when they need it. It's natural that things in a relationship are never perfect, but you could maybe let him know it's
Manda Panda
a bit exhausting for you?
Manda Panda
You shouldn't have to be affectionate 100% of the time.
beth
yeah. people don't really talk about those who support ppl with MI's and stuff that often. everyone has needs
trixystix
/hugs Yeah I've tried telling him that. He ends up feeling all bad :/ and it kinda sucks because I don't want him to feel guilty either
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and you're right--once in a while, I could use a bit off support on my end, too
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when he's in his right mind he treats me wonderfully and I'm totally happy
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but his swings hit pretty hard and pretty quickly and pretty spontaneously
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so when I happen to not be all that in a great mood at the same time, I feel like I have to be the one to suck it up
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ahh but either way, guys, thanks for listening ;-;
Manda Panda
Yeah, that sounds like a lot to have on your shoulders
Manda Panda
Idk if it will help at all, but I'd be happy to listen to venting any time you need.
trixystix
<3 it helps a ton you guys thank you
Manda Panda
<3
Kaili
/hugs
Kaili
It's definitely normal and okay to need support of your own. And you're always welcome to vent to me too, if you ever need it.
trixystix
<3 Thank you ;; I think i just got a little overwhelmed tonight. Spent a good couple hours trying to talk him through it