For the spouses and partners of those who are mentally ill.
Hi, I’m EM. As the spouse of a man with BiPolar II, I will share my story, my struggles and my insights with you. I will also share conversations with people like you, whose stories need to be heard.
I hope to build a community where we can all laugh and cry together at the paradox and irony that mental illness can be and help each other keep it together and thrive despite the major setbacks.
I believe we create our futures and that we can create a better life for ourselves and our family.
The Podcast
With mental illness, the spouse often gets left with the burdens of the family, and is left very isolated. All the support can go to the spouse with the disorder, when we as the partner, need just as much love, understanding, and support. This podcast is my way of trying to provide a small piece of that, and to share each other’s stories and offer helpful advice, support, and community.
Anxiety, Depression, and Finding Community Part 2
The 2nd half of my conversation with “Ruth”, whose husband has gone through bouts of Anxiety and depression, which cause work, marital, and life issues. She shares with us their plan as a couple for his treatment, and her own coping strategies on how to still have a great life and marriage, while dealing with this illness. She mentions the book “How to Survive When they’re Depressed” by Anne Sheffield, which we both recommend as a way to reset your mind towards other’s mental illness.
We have different sizes of boxes available for various appetites, from individuals to families.
We are flexible with the items in your boxes. You can change items in your order for something you would like.
Resources
The Mental Health Marriage Podcast 