November 21, 2023 was one of the most agonizing days of my life. My grandfather passed away and for the very first time, I experienced an indescribable pain. My granddad was a quiet man who allowed his actions to speak volumes. He was very devoted to God and was never ashamed of his faith in... Continue Reading →
Christians Experience Bipolar Disorder Too: Balancing Faith and Mental Illness (Feature)
I was honored to write an article for the Christian Mental Health Initiative about my experience in managing bipolar disorder with faith. Please see an excerpt below: Two years ago, I made one of the most difficult decisions of my life. I accepted an untimely diagnosis of bipolar disorder, which changed my life forever. On... Continue Reading →
My Passion Project
Nearly two years ago, I knew that I wanted to create a resource so that others can heal. In January of 2021, I received an unexpected bipolar diagnosis which caused me to face my pain. Rough Edges was born out of that pain. In creating this podcast, I learned to embrace my brokenness in order... Continue Reading →
Still Shining
This year started off with a bang: I got a new job as a Case Manager/Transformational Coach for underprivileged youth. With God’s help, I escaped the worm hole of real estate and finally made it into the realm of what I want to do with my life. My podcast, Rough Edges, is growing in leaps... Continue Reading →
My Fight
Bipolar Disorder is a roller coaster. One minute you’re up, the next minute you’re down. It’s very unpredictable. Mania 😄: a feeling of endless bliss. You feel invincible, you talk at rapid speeds, you feel like a deity, nothing bothers you. You’re more likely to start multiple projects, you plan five years into the future,... Continue Reading →
