Suicide – What To Know, How To Help

Sometime in 2015/2016, I heard the story of a boy who'd taken his life in Nairobi. He'd done it in his parents' house. I still remember where I was when I heard the news and how heavy it made my heart. Much as he was a complete stranger, my heart grieved for him. I felt …

Suicide – Let’s Talk About It

A while back, I got to learn about something called the throttle position sensor (TPS). I was at the garage, the electrician's torso bent over the hood of the car. Figured I could learn something new while I waited for the car to be fixed. Plus if I'm going to pay for something, I might …

World Bipolar Day ’21

Today marks exactly five years since I started celebrating World Bipolar Day. I chuckle when I recall vehemently denying having bipolar when I was confronted by some of those who read my very first post. The temporary solace of not being officially diagnosed (then) I guess. See, it was a long post talking about 'someone's' …

Bi-P By Me (Wrap)

Tomorrow marks World Bipolar Day. This year feels different, for me at least. For starters, the global pandemic has sort of stalled things on the awareness creation front. It feels like everyone is working in their own little space to create awareness their own way. Much as that still counts for something, the warmth and …

Bi-P By You – Part 3

Sieg and I first ‘met’ back in 2020. The met is in quotes because I don’t think virtual interactions on the socials count for meeting someone. I mean, if she was to be arrested for catnapping some black, boujee, glossy-furred cat (because I feel like that’s something Sieg would do) I’d be the least value …