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Hanh is back with more weight loss secrets in Part 2 of Eating Right. She shares strategies 4, 5, and 6 for eating right. Drawn from changes in her own life--she was an emotional eater before she became the successful fitness coach she is today, she shows us how to keep the pounds off! As someone with Bipolar II, she also gives special advice for people with bipolar disorder & depression. If you missed it, Click here for Pt 1 (of 2) of Eating Right. Eating right and exercise go together! Click here for podcast, "How Exercise Saved My Life: Fitness Coach with Bipolar Shares 5 Strategies That Will Keep You Motivated & Exercising." Interested in learning more about Hanh's services? Check out www.healthyhanh.com or follow her on twitter @healthyhanh! Your Thoughts?/Suggestions for Comments: Will you use any of the strategies in this podcast? Did you learn something new? Has Flipswitch helped you become a healthier person?

Are you an emotional eater? Do you eat when you're stressed or depressed? Have antidepressants caused you to gain weight? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then listen to our favorite Fitness Coach, Hanh Nguyen, as she shares 3 nutrition tips that helped her lose weight! Eating right and exercising go hand in hand--check out Hanh in her last Flipswitch podcast, How Exercise Saved My Life: Fitness Coach with Bipolar Shares 5 Strategies That Will Keep You Motivated & Exercising. Interested in learning about Hanh's coaching services? Visit www.healthyhanh.com. Your Thoughts?/Suggestions for Comments: Can you use any of the 3 tips in this podcast to eat right? Have you used Hanh's exercise tips in the past? Do you eat when you get stressed out?

Erin continues the story she began in Pt 1 (of 2) in the "Back to School with ADHD" series. She tells us about a fourth problem students with ADHD face called Working Memory Disability or Executive Functioning. Erin also explains 3 strategies students with ADHD can use to finish high school or college using her own experience as someone who went from academic probation to the Dean's List! She also shares about how the Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada helped her along with ADHD books that guided her. For more info, just visit the Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada at www.caddac.ca! Your Thoughts?/Suggestions for Comments: Could you (or someone you know) use any of the 3 tips Erin explained? Have you experienced problems with Executive Functioning? Did you learn anything new that can help you?

n this podcast, we learn how ADHD affects school by hearing Erin, a successful 29-yo with ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. She'll identify 3 common problems for students with ADHD and tell us how she went from academic probation to the Dean's List when she was in college! This is Part 1 of 2 Parts in the "Back to School with ADHD" Series. To check out the resources that helped Erin, visit the Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada at www.caddac.ca! Your Thoughts/Suggestions for Comments? Could you relate to the 3 problems Erin talked about? Did you learn something new from this podcast? Has this podcast helped you understand how people with ADHD feel?

Millions of people with bipolar are misdiagnosed with unipolar depression. The young woman in this podcast, Melody Moezzi, is one of those people...who was misdiagnosed for 10 years! Rather than being discouraged, Melody rallied and became an advocate for people with bipolar disorder. In addition to being a published author, Melody is an attorney. Melody explains to us how her misdiagnosis happened and what you can do to prevent this kind of misdiagnosis from happening to you or someone you love. (Hint: it involves mood charts. For a link to sample mood charts, instructions on how to use them, and blank charts, just click here at http://www.psychiatry24x7.com/bgdisplay.jhtml?itemname=mooddiary). Your Thoughts?: Have you or someone you know ever been misdiagnosed? Can mood charts help you?

During the winter, depression is everywhere. Do you fight lethargy, datyime fatigue, lack of motivation, feelings of hopelessness, and thoughts of suicide every winter? Might you (or someone you know) have SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder? Whether you have the winter blues or SAD, this podcast is for you. Hear 3 ways you can tackle winter depression including light therapy (the most recommended treatment for SAD in North America)! Also featured: Johnny Mathis' Winter Wonderland. ♪ ♫ Your Thoughts?: Do you struggle with winter depression? Can you use any of these 3 strategies (trying light therapy, developing snowed-in-routines, celebrating winter traditions)?

Can a person with bipolar or depression be elected President? Many politicians have suffered the mental health stigma, but there was a time when the U.S. elected a man who was very public about his depression. How did this happen? Abraham Lincoln was elected and would go on to be the President credited with holding the Union together during the Civil War and ending slavery. With the help of the Back to the Future theme song, we travel back to 1860 for answers. On our way to the future, we learn 3 things we can do now to end stigma! Also featured: readings from Lincoln's Melancholy: How Depression Challenged a President and Fueled His Greatness by Joshua Wolf Shenk. Your Thoughts? Were you surprised that people didn't hold depression against Lincoln? Can you use the 3 tips for ending stigma (not juding employees by illnesses but by contributions, not confusing character with mental illness, & sharing the Flipswitch podcast)?

Ellie's back! She told us before about how her diagnosis of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and depression helped her overcome loneliness and difficulty in school. At 21-yo, today she is a happy senior in college. Now, she tells us how her dual diagnosis helped her end a lifetime of being overweight. Ellie shares 3 weight loss secrets. She shows us how she dropped 40 pounds and kept the weight off! Your Thoughts?/Suggestions for Comments: Were you encouraged by Ellie's story? Could you use her advice (moderation, variety, accountability)?

Everywhere you go, you hear about it--Bullying. Sad stories abound. But Kira's story is different. This 16-yo with bipolar describes terrible things her bullies did to her online and how she fought back...and won! In this podcast, you'll hear 3 ways to tackle cyberbullying. At the end, Kira shares a special message for teachers and parents. Also featured: Taylor Swift's song Mean, Kira's anthem.

60 million Americans struggle with insomnia every year. Are you one of them? Do you fight manic nights--only to fall asleep at 3 am and struggle to get up at 7:30 for school or work? Thousands of people with bipolar disorder carry this burden--are you one of them? This podcast features 3 ways to handle a manic night so you can be punctual and productive the next day! Your Thoughts?/Suggestions for Comments: Do you have sleepless nights? Could you use any of these three strategies (avoid stimulating activities, get ready now, & express yourself)?

Despite being bullied for having bipolar disorder, 16-yo Kira is nobody's victim! She talks about how bullying once drove her to a suicide attempt. But her story is filled with hope! She overcame adversity and got into a fine arts school and won numerous music awards including writing a song that garnered a record contract! Hear Kira's 3 tips for managing bipolar disorder and advice for anyone being bullied whatever the reason! Also featured: Taylor Swift's song Mean, Kira's anthem. Your Thoughts/Suggestions for Comments? Have you ever been bullied for having a mental illness (bipolar, ADHD, etc.)? Could you use any of Kira's 3 strategies: 1) take medication 2) build a support network and 3) find an outlet for your frustration ??

So often we complain (and rightfully so) about how the media stereotypes people with mental illnesses. In this podcast, you'll hear about lives changed by Erasing the Distance, a Chicago theater company that destroys stigma & connects people with resources. Hear how your story can become one of their plays and how you can help them win a $25,000 grant! Executive Artistic Director, Brighid O'Shaughnessy talks about how you can attend a show, volunteer, or share your story. Wanna help them win a $25,000 grant in the Chase Community Giving Contest? Contest ends 11/22/11. Vote; check out http://apps.facebook.com/chasecommunitygiving/. If you want to watch a show, submit your story, or learn more, visit www.erasingthedistance.org. Your Thoughts?: Were you encouraged by the stories Brighid told--the teenage boy who got help for depression or the woman who found understanding 20 yrs after her rape? Can you use your pain to help others?

The holidays are supposed to be a happy, magical time. So why do so many Americans complain of holiday stress? And what can you do about it? This podcast explores 3 solutions for holiday stress with many easy-to-apply tips and different examples. Also featured: Andy Williams' It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. ♪ ♪ ♫ Your Thoughts?: Can you use any of these strategies (focus on people-not perfection, spread out greeting cards & appointments, share your workload)? Do the holidays stress you out?

We hear Melody and Matt's story! Melody has Bipolar I. Can two friends become lovers? Can love tested by mental illness survive? You'll hear A) tips on loving someone with a mental illness and B) tips on being in a relationship when you have a mental illness. Melody Moezzi is a blogger for bp magazine (bipolar magazine). She is currently writing her second book, which is on bipolar disorder. Visit her website at www.melodymoezzi.com! Featured: Lucky by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat. ♪ ♫ Your Thoughts? Can you use these tips (listen, educate yourself & others, attend support network meetings together, etc.)? Can you share this podcast with someone else (like a partner)?

Erin, a successful 29-yo with ADHD who is also married to a man with ADHD, shares 3 tips for relationship success. In this series, we hear tips that are helpful for keeping simple misunderstandings from turning into arguments. Advice is also applicable to relationships where ADHD is not a factor. Recommended book: Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.? by Gina Pera http://amzn.com/0981548709 Your Thoughts?: Can you use any of Erin's 3 tips (choose your battles, leave time between request and expectation of an action, learn as much as you can about your partner's disorder)? Could you relate to Erin's story?

It's no secret that men and women think differently! But the situation gets more complicated when ADHD enters the picture. Erin, a successful 29-yo with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) also married to a man with ADHD, shares 3 tips for bridging the communication gap between men and women. We discuss common predicaments--woman wants to de-stress by talking about work while man wants to sit and watch the game--what do you do? Bridge the gap with these simple strategies. Your Thoughts?: Can you use any of the 3 tips (Communicate clearly, Stay organized, Express love)? Do you have a romantic success story despite mental illness?

Feel like your family or friends don't know what to say? Share this podcast with them. OR do you love someone who's depressed but never have the right words? Listen up! Here is a top 10 list--actually two Top 5 lists. First: Top 5 Things NOT to Say to a Depressed Person. Second: Top 5 Things TO Say to a Depressed Person. Both lists include comments from Flipswitch listeners who shared their ideas via Twitter! Your Thoughts?: What is the worst thing someone said to you when you were depressed? What is the best thing someone ever said when you were depressed? If you don't have depression, can you use the tips here (be present, listen first) to help a friend in need?

800 million people use Facebook. 175 million people use Twitter. Social media is now an inescapable part of life. Could you (or someone you love) have what some doctors are calling "Facebook Depression"? What is it and how can you keep it from happening to you? Hear 3 ways. For more info on how to help a suicidal friend on FB, click here to see the Facebook Help Center. Or Visit the National Suicide Prevention LIfeline here. Phone number: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Your Thoughts? Can you use any of these 3 tips (Be: 1. Selective 2. Interactive 3. Active)? Do you find yourself comparing yourself to others while on FB?

It's that time again--time to make New Year's Resolutions! While the desire to change is real, most of us give up on fulfilling our resolutions by April. But in this podcast you'll hear 3 steps to making your New Year's Resolution work! Examples are drawn from a variety of areas including: weight loss, cyring spells during depression, anger management, and shopping & manic overspending. Your Thoughts? Can you use these 3 tips (Be: 1. Realistic 2. Specific 3. Accountable)? How do you make your New Year's resolutions work?

Samantha, a Maryland college student, is back to tell us about her time at the 8th annual Active Minds National Conference (November 2011) and to kick off the Impact Series, which celebrates young people who are making a difference! Whether it's helping out a depressed friend or changing attitudes about mental health on your campus, the Impact Series shows you practical ways you can make a difference. In this interview, Samantha discusses three things: 1) Why our personal stories are so important in busting stigma 2) Stress-busting strategies & 3) The effects of high personal expectations. Want to learn more about Active Minds? Visit their website here! Your Thoughts?: Can you use any of these stressbusters (yoga, tea, popping bubble wrap, petting puppies, smashing TVs at a "Stress-Out" Day at school)? Are you an advocate at your junior high or high school or college/university?