The Crash: A Reality Check
My crash was a wake-up call. In this chapter, I reflect on hitting rock bottom, what I learned, and how I rebuilt my life with a new understanding of mental health.
The Highs and Lows of My Corporate Journey: Finding Success and Confidence
Thriving in the corporate world with Bipolar Disorder had its challenges. This chapter explores my journey balancing ambition, mental health, and success.
Chapter 4: ‘Hi I Am Shak, and I Am Bipolar’
Owning my diagnosis was a turning point in my journey. In this chapter, I share how I learned to embrace Bipolar Disorder, break stigma, and advocate for mental health awareness.
Chapter 3: The Strength of Connection: Embracing Vulnerability while Being Bipolar.
Speaking openly about my mental health struggles was terrifying, but it became the foundation for my healing. In this chapter, I explore how connection and vulnerability transformed my journey.
Chapter 2: Battling for My Identity After I Was Labelled ‘Bipolar.’
Being labelled ‘bipolar’ came with a weight I wasn’t prepared for. In this chapter, I reflect on how I battled with my identity, overcame stigma, and found strength in my diagnosis.
Chapter 1: Discovering the Impact of a Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis.
The day I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder changed everything. It was a moment of fear, confusion, and deep self-reflection. This chapter explores that turning point and how it shaped my journey.