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Living Through the November Rain: Bipolar Disorder, Resilience, and Finding Your Way
Music has an incredible way of tapping into the deepest parts of our emotional experience, sometimes reflecting feelings and struggles we can barely articulate. Today, I want to explore a connection that might seem unconventional at first glance: the swirling emotions and narrative within Guns N' Roses' epic rock ballad, "November Rain," and the lived experience of managing bipolar disorder.
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An Unexpected Grace: Gratitude, Humility, and "November Rain"
Let's explore another layer of meaning in "November Rain", this time focusing on gratitude and humility. It's interesting how a song can speak to such different aspects of the human experience! sometimes for what was, It's easy to focus on the drama and heartbreak in "November Rain" (and there's plenty of that!), but underneath it all, there's a current of appreciation – sometimes for what is, and sometimes for the mere potential of connection.
1 day ago


Even Cold November Rain Passes: The Unexpected Mindfulness of a Rock Classic
I want to dive back into a song that soundtracked a portion of my youth (and maybe yours too?) – Guns N' Roses' magnum opus, "November Rain". Let's take another look at our Song of the Week and explore how its themes resonate deeply with concepts like mindfulness and being present in our own emotional landscapes.
Music has this incredible power to tap into our deepest emotions, often articulating feelings we struggle to name ourselves. Profound insights come from the most un
2 days ago


Ringing the Bell: Hope, Resilience, and Mental Wellness in Franklin's Tower
Okay, grab a comfy seat, maybe put on some headphones, and let's journey together into the warm, swirling sounds of the Grateful Dead and the surprisingly deep wells of wisdom we can find there for our mental health.
This week, I want to dive into a song that’s long been a personal favorite, a staple of countless Grateful Dead shows, and a piece rich with evocative imagery: "Franklin's Tower."
4 days ago


Mood Swings & Rock Anthems: My Unbreakable Playlist
So, today I've been thinking a lot about a song that always seems to pop into my head when things get… well, a little extra. You know the feeling, right? That rollercoaster that sometimes decides to take a few extra unexpected dips and climbs? Yeah, I'm talking about living with bipolar II. And the song that keeps echoing in my mind? Tom Petty's classic, "I Won't Back Down."
Apr 23
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