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  1. Understanding Bipolar Guilt: Causes, Effects, Coping

    Oct 4, 2023 · Learn about the causes, effects, and coping strategies for bipolar guilt after mania. Explore the emotional toll, self-esteem impact, and prevention methods for a balanced life with …

  2. Working with Shame, Guilt, and Self-Stigma in Bipolar Disorder

    Dec 12, 2024 · Patterns of conduct, such as the rapid, pressured speech seen in mania or hypomania, are out of the ordinary and may cause one to feel shame after the fact. An …

  3. Shame after manic behaviours : r/bipolar - Reddit

    Nov 27, 2022 · Q for those who've experienced mania for some time & have advice for dealing with shame and regret about their behaviours. I struggle to recognize mania as it's happening …

  4. Lived Experience With Bipolar and Guilt - bpHope.com

    Jun 3, 2024 · For two decades I sat in shame over the things I did when manic — though undiagnosed. Everything from spending all of my money, cheating in my marriage, to …

  5. The Crash After the High: What I’ve Learned from Manic Fallout

    The highs of mania can feel exhilarating, but they often come at a steep cost. In this honest and moving reflection, Matthew explores the aftermath of mania, the grief that follows, and the …

  6. Understanding and Overcoming Shame After a Bipolar Manic Episode

    Feeling shame after a manic episode is a common experience for people with bipolar disorder, but it doesn’t have to define you. By practicing self-compassion, challenging negative thoughts, …

  7. When You're Sitting in the Aftermath of a Bipolar Episode

    Dec 8, 2017 · That’s the worst part for me — looking back after an episode and realizing all of the things I’ve done wrong and more importantly the people I’ve hurt. When I come out of my …

  8. Shame and Guilt After Mania - Gina - MoodSurfing

    In Robin Flanigan’s recent blog post, “Bipolar and Letting Go of Guilt”, she examines what others have done following a manic episode to reduce guilt and move forward with their lives.

  9. How to deal with shame and guilt after a manic episode : …

    Aug 11, 2023 · It's okay. I acted really unhinged my first episode. Don't even want to go into details since it's still making me cringe. You just need some time to accept the diagnosis I …

  10. What to Know About Coming Out of a Manic Episode - Verywell …

    Nov 21, 2025 · This article lists some signs that a manic episode is ending as well as some coping strategies that can be helpful as you come out of a manic episode.