About Bipolar Disorder: "Nonexercise" Is Good for You

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Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping and Support From Marcia Purse, your Guide to Bipolar Disorder Since I posted the blog below about nonexercise, I've been trying to get more of it myself. It's inspiring to know that when I clean out the cats' litter boxes, I'm doing myself some good at the same time! "Nonexercise" Is Good for You What's nonexercise? Around the house, it's doing dishes or filling the dishwasher. Standing while preparing food. Doing laundry. Sweeping, dusting, vacuuming - even cleaning the toilet. At work, it's walking to a co-worker's desk or cubicle and not sitting down while you talk. Read more about why nonexercise is so good for you. Live in Kansas? Here's Why to Vote I'm not saying you don't need to vote no matter where you live. Amidst all the turmoil about healthcare reform, for example, don't forget all the good things reform provides for the mentally ill - things we'll lose if Congress repeals reform. But in Kansas, you have an extra reason - a state constitutional amendment that matters. "Walking Corpse" Syndrome and Bipolar I was startled to find out that there actually is a condition called "Walking Corpse" Syndrome. People with Cotard's Delusion have firm beliefs such as that they are missing body parts, are bloodless, that their bodies are rotting, or that they have lost their souls or are dead. And Cotard's is linked to bipolar disorder. Reader Voices: Toxic People Last week I invited you to share your stories about the toxic people in your lives and what you've learned about dealing with them. Here are the first stories, and there are more to come. Submit your story of toxicity and read these for advice on dealing with your own situation. Bipolar Disorder Ads Bipolar Cold Symptoms Bipolar II Disorder Bipolar Type 2 Flu Symptoms Featured Articles Mood Stabilizers for Bipolar Disorder Reader Voices: What Is Wrong With Me? Illnesses May Mimic Bipolar Symptoms Effexor Side Effects About Bipolar Disorder on Facebook Follow on Twitter   More from About.com Is it a Cold or the Flu? Knowing whether you have a cold or the flu can help you treat your symptoms more effectively. More > Concerned About Your Drinking? This short quiz can help you identify whether or not you have a drinking problem. Take the quiz now > This newsletter is written by: Marcia Purse Bipolar Disorder Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Bipolar Disorder newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   What We're Talking About Hard to wake up my bipolar child End of rope, turnaround next day Cutting back on meds Advertisement