# Bipolar and Me - Stacey's Story

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Podcast: [You Look Happier](https://stenobird.com/podcast/you-look-happier-7076480)
Published: 2025-04-16T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Ellie is joined by nurse and mental health advocate Stacey - where she shares her lived experience with bipolar disorder. From navigating her nursing education while facing overwhelming mental health challenges, to working in the NHS with a diagnosis that’s often misunderstood — Stacey opens up about the stigma she’s faced, the judgement she’s overcome, and the strength she’s discovered along the way. In this episode, Stacey speaks honestly about the highs, the lows, and the in-betweens — shedding light on what it’s really like to live, work, and thrive with bipolar. Whether you’re walking a similar path, love someone who is, or simply want to understand more — this is a safe space for truth, growth, and finding hope in the mess. ✨ Real talk. No filter. Just Stacey — and her story. Links to local businesses Stacey has shared in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/rebelmanifestoaerial https://www.revivecoventry.co.uk https://onewellnesscv.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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