Resilience and Recovery: Paris Scobie's Journey Through Bipolar and Beyond | The Life Shift Podcast
Join host Matt Gilhooly in this deeply moving episode of The Life Shift Podcast as we welcome Paris Scobie, an esteemed mental health advocate and author. Paris's compelling journey from facing the aftermath of a traumatic event at 15 to embracing her diagnosis of bipolar disorder showcases an extraordinary narrative of resilience, growth, and the power of advocacy in mental health.
Episode Highlights:
- **From Trauma to Triumph**: Paris recounts her transformative journey, navigating through the challenges post-traumatic event and her diagnosis, to becoming a beacon of hope for many.
- **The Healing Power of Voice**: Discover how Paris used her experiences to fuel her advocacy in mental health, emphasizing the importance of open conversations and the power of sharing personal stories.
- **Living Well Bipolar**: Paris shares the inception of her podcast 'Live Well Bipolar,' shedding light on her mission to destigmatize mental health issues and foster a supportive community.
About Paris Scobie:
Paris Scobie stands at the forefront of mental health advocacy with her globally recognized podcast, 'Live Well Bipolar.' Her best-selling memoir, 'Crooked Illness: Lessons From Inside & Outside Hospital Walls,' along with her work with NAMI, illustrates her unwavering commitment to changing perceptions around mental health and demonstrating the possibility of living well with bipolar disorder.
Connect with Paris:
- Navigating Mental Health: Insights from 'Live Well Bipolar': http://linktr.ee/livewellbipolar
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
07:30 - Unpacking Paris's Early Challenges
15:20 - The Birth of 'Live Well Bipolar'
22:45 - The Impact of Sharing and Advocacy
31:02 - Understanding Bipolar Disorder
35:00 - The Power of Community and Support
40:50 - Paris's Message of Hope and Resilience
48:35 - Future Directions in Mental Health Advocacy
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