Episodes

  • Bipolar and Us: A Candid Conversation With My Mom

    Bipolar and Us: A Candid Conversation With My Mom
    Oct 16 2024
    In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, Mia du Toit sits down with her mom to reflect on her childhood and the challenges they faced as a family. They dive into Mia's journey with depression, how it shaped their relationship, and the moment her mom had to confront the reality of her bipolar diagnosis. Together, they explore the emotional ups and downs, her process of acceptance, and how they've grown stronger as a result. This is a raw and honest conversation about mental health, family, and finding hope in the midst of adversity.
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    44 mins
  • Living With Bipolar

    Living With Bipolar
    Oct 2 2024
    In this episode, Mia du Toit takes a deep dive into the science behind bipolar disorder, exploring what causes the condition, how it affects the brain, and the latest research on treatment options. She'll break down the differences between Bipolar I and Bipolar II, what the first few months after being diagnosed can look like, and address common misconceptions. Along the way, Mia answers some of the most frequently asked questions, such as how bipolar disorder is diagnosed, what triggers mood episodes, and how individuals can manage their symptoms to live a balanced life. Tune in to listen to this episode to learn more about the condition, what it can look like for most people and to gain more in-depth knowledge into this unknown mental condition.
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    35 mins
  • BP vs. BPD with Alyssa Bette

    BP vs. BPD with Alyssa Bette
    Sep 24 2024
    In this heartfelt and empowering episode, we sit down with Alyssa Bette as she opens up about her personal struggles with mental health and the difficult challenges she faced growing up. From surviving a tumultuous childhood to battling alcoholism, Alyssa shares her raw, unfiltered story of resilience. Through her vulnerability, she discusses the tools and support that helped her conquer addiction, heal emotional wounds, and ultimately thrive in her personal and professional life. Now living a life of purpose and balance, Alyssa offers hope and inspiration for anyone on their own journey toward mental wellness. This episode is a must-listen for those seeking motivation, comfort, and the reminder that recovery and thriving are always possible.
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Hi, I'm Bipolar!

    Hi, I'm Bipolar!
    Sep 3 2024
    In the debut episode of The Mood Diaries, host Mia du Toit opens up about her deeply personal experience with mental health. This solo episode takes you through a raw and honest recounting of her journey, from the initial decision to seek therapy to battling severe depression and receiving a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. Mia shares the highs and lows of her path to healing, offering insights into the challenges faced and the strategies that helped her find hope and resilience. Whether you’re familiar with these struggles or simply seeking to understand them better, this episode provides a heartfelt and courageous look at one person’s journey through darkness and into the light of recovery. Join us for a powerful start to The Mood Diaries and discover the strength found in vulnerability and the possibility of transformation.
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    45 mins