MDJunction - People Helping People
 
Online Support Groups
 
Testimonials
 
Signup for Free

Why wear a ribbon?

 
 "To help erase the stigma associated with mental illnesses." (MissMosaic)

MDJunction to me

sleepySheri"in august 2008, i accidentally found this site and i love it. i have struggled with narcolepsy since 1993 and to this day i have never met another narcoleptic in person. to share my story and read the stories of others as well as try to help others means the world to me. i want to thank all those who are there to listen to me and to give me advice...." (sleepySheri)

more testimonials
Bipolar Support Group

Bipolar Support Group

A place where supportive bipolar members, family and friends come to share their ideas and insights.
Join This Group
Group Home   Forums   Articles   Members (10956)   Diaries   Videos   Leaders   Guidelines
Bipolar Group RSS Feed
Bipolar Forums › General & Support › Anyone have crying spells in public?
12/06/2009 09:21 AM
Lisa1976
I have avoided church for months because it is one of the places I have crying spells. Work used to be the other. I guess its due to the fact that my grandfather is sick and that they told me I had two weeks too change my personality at work to perky or I lose my job? I don't know about anyone else but this kind of stuff makes the mood swings worse. I especially hate the crying in public.
Reply

12/06/2009 09:22 AM  Top
pirateprincess421
pirateprincess421
 
Posts: 31179
VIP Member
Before I got stable, I would cry all the time. People used to just leave me alone. I would try to control it so it was in the car or by myself.
Princess Lainey

Lamictal 200mg
Risperdal 1.5mg
Trazadon 100mg
Klonapin 1mg
Lexapro 20mg
Wellbutrin 150mg

PS...I hate the snow

Please note that I am not a psychiatrist or psychologist. My opinions are personal only. This site is not intended to be a substitution for professional care, nor is anyone here qualified to make diagnoses.

12/06/2009 09:34 AM  Top
Fierosmom
Yes I've cried in public. Stores, at the gym. At the gym was the cutest because I had a 17 year old boy come up to me and ask me if I was okay because I was crying. So sweet, but I was embarrassed.

My best friend always tells me "think of poop".......it actually works! Beth

12/06/2009 10:04 AM  Top
tinlizzy
Posts: 2315
Senior Member
I am a very private person and usually can hold back the dam util I get to my car. I have sobbed uncontrollably at work. I do clean houses so I am usually alone in a room but have been busted a few times. Once my lady just sent me home immediately. One time everyone was gone at work and I just curled up into a ball on the landing between second floor and third and rocked and sobbed. This for me is deep deep depression so I am sending healing thoughts your way. Don't be embarrassed, 99.9% of the people who see you cry you will never see again and I am sure they are sympathetic to a heartbroken person anyway.

12/06/2009 10:20 AM  Top
DinoDarius
DinoDarius
 
Posts: 2380
Senior Member
I'm also a private person, I have cried in front of my family plenty of times before. And in a lot off my crowded places. It's really embarrassing but I just can't seem to hold it back.
Darius

Bipolar II/ Rapid Cycling

Abilify 25 mg
Lamictal 300 mg
Xanax 2 mg
Seroquel 100 mg
Vicodin 10 mg (Chronic Back Pain)

12/06/2009 10:34 AM  Top
Mary2009
Mary2009
 
Posts: 685
Member
I'm not BP but am currently depressed due to my husband leaving and the death of friend. As first, I was embarrassed about crying in public but I have accepted sometimes my emotions the the best of me and that's life. If I need to cry, I'm going to cry. When I see someone upset in public, I think, “that person is going through something difficult and I hope they are OK”. I'm just going to assume that's what people think of me. If they aren't what do I care? I still don't like doing it but don't beat myself up over it. I am, however going to talk to my Dr to see if my Zoloft might need to be upped.
“Promise me you'll always remember: You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. Christopher Robin to Pooh”

12/06/2009 10:41 AM  Top
Fierosmom
Lisa1976, As far as crying in church I don't think you should stop going because of that. I often feel overwhelmed there as well, no matter how "stable" I am.

As far as work if there is somewhere you can slip out and go to privately that would be ideal. It may also be a sign that your meds need to be adjusted, or you need some extra therapy due to your grandfather's sickness that's a big stressor. Beth

12/06/2009 10:47 AM  Top
uppitywoman
uppitywoman
 
Posts: 42362
Group Leader
I'm an Advocate
I have cried in church. It's kind of embarrassing, but at the same time, I think most people understand that spiritual things can affect us greatly. I have also cried a great deal in my car to avoid being seen. Is feels like a safe place for some reason.
With God, all things are possible

My blog:

http://uppitywomantwo.blogspot.com

Bipolar I

10mg Abilify--400mg Lamictal-90mg Cymbalta--25mg Ambien CR--200mg Topomax--30mg Temazapam--1mg Ativan as needed.


Please note that I am not a psychiatrist or psychologist. My opinions are personal only. This site is not intended to be a substitution for professional care, nor is anyone here qualified to make diagnoses.

12/06/2009 10:58 AM  Top
Dit
Dit
 
Posts: 12063
Group Leader
I'm an Advocate
I also have cried at church, this happens very rarely. Also i was on the city bus & was thinking of my Dad who passed away last May and started to cry very hard, i was a bit embarassed but knew this was part of the grieving process. When i arrived at my volunteer job i still cried and finally stopped. The hairdresser consolled me somewhat.

Post edited by: Dit, at: 12/06/2009 11:17 AM

Be Still and Know That I Am - Scripture
12-Step Slogans - One Day/Moment at a Time/Just for Today/Let Go & Let God/But By the Grace of God
Live and Let Live/Easy Does It/This Too Shall Pass

"Don't be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts." - Hopi tribe

Bipolar I

Lithium 300 mgs, Lamotrigine 200 mgs, Klonopon (Clonazepam) .05mg more if needed, Clomipramine (Anafranil) 25 mgs, Abilify 5 mgs, Seroquel 25 mgs

Please note that I am not a psychiatrist or psychologist. My opinions are personal only. This site is not intended to be a substitution for professional care, nor is anyone here qualified to make diagnoses.

12/06/2009 11:11 AM  Top
IDoNotKnow
IDoNotKnow
 
Posts: 22317
VIP Member
I cry in church frequently.

I also have cried at work.

"If you could read my mind you would be in tears"

"Who cares when I cry"

"A smile just hides the tears we hold inside."
- Me (IDNK)
Reply

Share this discussion with your friends:
Members who viewed this page also read:
<< Start < Prev 1 2 3 4 Next > End >>

Bipolar › Bipolar Forums › General & Support › Anyone have crying spells in public?

Disclaimer: The information provided in MDJunction is not a replacement for medical diagnosis, treatment, or professional medical advice.
In case of EMERGENCY call 911 or 1.800.273.TALK (8255) to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Read more.
Contact Us | Bookmark Us | FAQ | Awareness Ribbons
About Us | Terms & Conditions | Privacy | Spread the Word | MDJ Advocates | Advertise
Copyright (c) 2006-2013 MDJunction.com All Rights Reserved