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This is NOT your 'BIPOLAR' Podcast!
This is a podcast where we talk about success, stories, mental health, self development and ALL the opposites!
You do not have to be bipolar to get something from these conversations.
I am bipolar and have lived through it, but these conversations can help YOU!
I focus on daily success strategies, belief systems, gratitude, goals and who YOU want to be.
This is about taking ownership of your life in MANY different facets.
If you want strategies on how to succeed, you want to stop playing the victim and take full control (over what we can control) in your life, this is the podcast for you.
I want you to refocus your energy on your best next step.
Ask these questions:
Who do I want to be?
What do I want to bring to the table that is my life?
What is the current trauma or issue I need to get through in order to find that person?
What is my BEST next step?
We talk about healing, trauma, challenges of life, conflict and SO MUCH more!
In a world of having problems, let’s be solution focused.
If you are searching for a real talk podcast with some language, this is your spot.
Let's be ballin... with a side of Bipolar.
Can't wait for you to listen!
*** Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, prescribing meds, diagnosing, or treating Bipolar. I am sharing my experiences with you.
*** You should ALWAYS seek licensed medical and professional help from doctors and psychiatrists.
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Life as I had known it for 21 years had ended. I was crippled but doubt, worry and feared never being "Phylecia" ever again. ENJOY! MY BOOK! www.ballinandbipolar.com/book Link for my FREE resources! 👇 www.ballinandbipolar.com/free-resources JOIN MY FREE FACEBOOK GROUP FOR CONTENT AND SUPPORT! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15nYfoUynq/
We’ve all heard it: “Just think positive.” And while it may sound supportive, it often does more harm than good. In this episode, I break down why positive thinking isn’t the solution — especially for people dealing with burnout, anxiety, depression, or emotional overwhelm. The real goal isn’t positivity. The goal is regulation and something tactical you can execute. Because when your nervous system is not regulated, no amount of “good vibes” will fix it. We talk ab...
In this quickie poddie today we're going to discuss my time in a mental health facility - it was necessary. It stabilized me. It kept me safe. It gave my nervous system a reset. ---- But it wasn’t the full solution. In this episode, I talk about why inpatient treatment is more like rehab, not recovery — and why ongoing work matters just as much as the initial intervention. Healing doesn’t happen in a controlled environment forever. Real growth happens when you’re back in real life — man...
We treat what we can see — and often ignore what we can’t. In this episode, I unpack why mental illness should be treated with the same urgency, care, and compassion as a cancer diagnosis. Both are real medical conditions. Both affect every area of life. And in both cases, early intervention saves lives. We’ll talk about why stigma — not severity — is the real difference, how phrases like “just be positive” delay care, and what treating mental illness like a real diagnosis would actually look...
This podcast is really about this: Being Dismissed VS Validated! ---- I’ve been told this more times than I can count — “It’s all in your head.” I heard it while struggling with depression and anxiety. I heard it again when I was trying to make a financial plan and felt completely overwhelmed. On the surface, it sounds reassuring. Like validation. But in reality, it’s dismissive — and damaging. In this episode, I break down why that phrase misses the mark entirely. If...
Recently, I had a conversation with my 10-year-old nephew that stopped me in my tracks — because it wasn’t just a lesson for him, it was a reminder for all of us. I told him there are two roads he can go down in life: One where he focuses on everything he can’t do — the problems, the trauma, the obstaclesAnd another where he focuses on what he can do — the opportunities, the solutions, and the choices still available to himThis episode is a conversation about choice. About how trauma, hardsh...
Sometimes the hardest part of growth isn’t starting something new — it’s letting go of what no longer fits. In this episode, I’m talking about why 2025 was never meant to be about expansion first — it was about building the foundation. And for that foundation to be solid, I had to make difficult choices… including losing relationships I had outgrown. We dive into: What it really feels like to lose friends you once thought would always be in your life Why outgrowing people doesn’t make ...
Resolutions fade — systems don’t. In Part 2 of the NO RESOLUTIONS series, we break down how to actually accomplish your goals this year by ditching the vague “new year, new me” mindset and replacing it with clear, actionable structure. Instead of setting giant year-long resolutions that fall apart by February, this episode teaches you how to: ✨ Build quarterly goals that keep you focused ✨ Create a clear vision with achievable action steps ✨ Work on one goal at a time so you stop ove...
This New Year’s Eve, we’re not doing resolutions. Not the pressure. Not the unrealistic lists. Not the “new year, new me” noise. Instead, we’re choosing two words — two anchors — that will drive everything we do in 2026. In this episode, Phylecia shares her two words: Plan + Execute. Because if you have a plan… you can execute. And if you execute… you can change your life. This is about focusing on what matters today, preparing for what’s coming tomorrow, and letting your actions — not resol...
TO NOTE: EVEN IF YOU DO NOT CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS - THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU! This Christmas Eve, I want to slow everything down and sit with you for a moment — not to talk goals, not to push, not to hustle… but to honor the fact that you made it. Through the highs, the lows, the burnout, the breakthroughs, and every messy middle in between — you kept going. And before we step into a new year with new expectations, we need to pause and acknowledge the strength it took just to reach this day. 🧘♀...
We’re only in the first quarter of your journey — so why are you comparing your progress to someone who’s already in their fourth? In this episode, I break down the real reason comparison steals our joy and stalls our growth. Whether it’s fitness, career, mental health, or personal development, too many of us look at someone else’s highlight reel and assume we’re falling behind… when really, we’re just early in the game. You’ll learn how to: Recognize when comparison is sabotaging your mindse...
Let’s talk about the lies we’ve all been told about mental health — and what’s actually true. In this episode, Phylecia breaks down six of the most common myths that keep people silent, ashamed, or afraid to get help. From the idea that mental illness is “rare” or “a sign of weakness,” to the misconception that therapy is just talking or that recovery isn’t possible — we’re busting through the stigma one truth at a time. Because mental health isn’t a flaw to fix — it’s a part of being human. ...
Here’s the truth — no one’s immune to bullying. Not even the confident ones. Not even the “cool” ones. In this episode, Phylecia shares a story about a strong, confident girl who was bullied simply for standing out — for having muscles, for being herself. The takeaway? Haters are gonna hate. Bullies will always find a target. But their words only stick if we let them. This episode is a reminder that real confidence doesn’t mean people won’t try to tear you down — it means they can’t touch you...
This Thanksgiving feels different — because gratitude means more when you’ve had to fight for your joy. In this heartfelt episode, Phylecia reflects on turning 37, what that day looked like, and why it wasn’t about perfection but pride — pride in the growth, the lessons, and the strength it took to get here. It’s a reminder that gratitude isn’t about everything being easy. It’s about seeing how far you’ve come, even through the messy, hard, and beautiful parts of life. Because when you’ve wal...
The holidays can be a beautiful season — but also the perfect storm for chaos, stress, and slipping out of routine. Before life starts running you, this episode is your reminder to slow down, set intention, and protect your peace. Phylecia breaks down the do’s and don’ts of staying aligned before the holidays hit: ✅ Keep your diet, sleep, and exercise steady. ✅ Set a budget and stick to it. ✅ Plan your days — write it down, use your calendar, and stay organized. Because when you lead with ...
Resistance is inevitable — whether it’s in your habits, workouts, or goals, life will always push back. But sometimes, the key isn’t to fight harder… it’s to find the path that makes sense for you. In this episode, I talk about learning to work with your natural rhythm instead of against it — choosing times, routines, and environments that support your growth rather than drain it. Because success isn’t about constant struggle — it’s about alignment, consistency, and doing the work when it mak...
In the words of Jocko Willink — when you’ve already set your intention and built your system, there’s no more overthinking to do. That’s the difference between motion and progress. In this episode, we’re breaking down the simplest (and most powerful) formula for actually getting things done: 1️⃣ Set the intention. 2️⃣ Write it down. 3️⃣ Build the plan. 4️⃣ Execute. Because when you skip this process, nothing moves. But when you commit to it — everything changes. MY B...
I have been thinking about doing this for awhile, and we did for the 101st episode. I want to reshare this episode since it's how we all got started. Here you will hear a story of how I got first diagnosed Bipolar. First we go into what was really going on in my life leading up to this, you will go inside my mind during mania. You will hear how I thought Dr. Phil's son was dressed up as a nurse at the hospital I was, how I thought Oprah was dressed up doign research on me because "I was going...
Every journey begins with a starting line — but how often do we hold ourselves back before we even take the first step? In this episode, I’m diving into the truth about starting, staying, and finishing: 🎯 Why commitment matters more than motivation in the beginning.🔄 How consistency becomes the engine that carries you forward.💪 Why tenacity is the difference between quitting and transforming.🚫 Why comparison is the thief of joy (and how to stop measuring your journey against someone else’s).I...
We made it — 100 episodes! 🎉 In this milestone conversation, I’m stepping back to reflect on the journey so far: what’s been going right, what’s been going wrong, and the messy middle in between. This isn’t a highlight reel — it’s a real-life check-in. I’ll share updates on my own life, lessons learned from building this podcast, and how I’m navigating the balance of resilience, routine, and joy along the way. Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or you’re just tuning in, this...
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