Joining me on this episode is Monty Ghitter. He has 37 years experience in software engineering, 20 years of experience with bipolar type 1, and founder in the formation of the Bipolar Support Club on Clubhouse. In this episode, we discuss:

• Monty’s personal journey
• Acceptance of treatment
• How the Bipolar Support Club started 
• The power of peer rooms
• Vulnerability and discussions in the bipolar community
• Community building during the pandemic and times of isolation
• Shame, embarrassment, and validation in mental illness
• Positive bipolar traits that need to be seen

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