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Tune in as Bailey recalls her first trip across the ocean when she went to Italy in 2011 as part of a high school trip. In this episode, she recounts the first 3 days of the trip which include checking out the Colosseum, rushing to the Trevi Fountain, freely roaming through Rome unchaperoned and almost getting lost. 😂 TRAVEL ARTICLES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/travel/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/ SHOP: https://baileyswaydesigns.etsy.com 

In this episode, Bailey discusses how her bipolar medications have affected her over the years. **Disclaimer: Bailey is not a medical professional nor is this episode intended to promote any medications.** This episode is here as a way to share personal experiences and to hopefully help others, especially those struggling to find a medication that works for them, feel less alone. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2023/03/20/s4-episode-4-my-personal-experiences-with-bipolar-medications-show-notes/  WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/ WIN OF THE WEEK: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/win-of-the-week/ SHOP: https://baileyswaydesigns.etsy.com WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-8XHRm3X-80  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/  

Tune in as Bailey recounts a last-minute trip to go hiking inside The Grand Canyon in Arizona. This episode is packed full of adventure, hilarious stories, an upsetting waterfall, nighttime desert skies and more! Additionally, she discusses important information for those to research and consider when traveling with the intention to hike The Grand Canyon for the first time. Don’t make the same mistakes that Bailey did! WATCH THIS TRIP'S VIDEO ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/0cEbqGsaXTQ  TRAVEL NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/11/01/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-a-trip-to-the-grand-canyon/  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/ SHOP: https://baileyswaydesigns.etsy.com

In this episode, Bailey speaks straight from the heart and discusses why she hated being in her family home while growing up. She takes the time to explain what she’s learned about herself from this, how it affected her into adulthood and why she’s dubbed herself the “queen of self-inviting”. By tuning in, she hopes to help those with similar pasts feel less alone and give parents of young children and teenagers a new perspective… SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2023/03/01/s4-episode-3-i-hated-being-in-my-house-while-growing-up-heres-why-show-notes/ WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/  WIN OF THE WEEK: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/win-of-the-week/  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ SHOP: https://baileyswaydesigns.etsy.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/kciwuhP0Y1U 

Tune in as Bailey recounts a surprisingly amazing weekend trip to Hot Springs, Arkansas! She, her partner, Monish, and 3 of his friends spent Labor Day Weekend 2021 together exploring Hot Springs. Join in on a trip filled with mountain biking, lake-tube-floating, bathhouse-touring and more! TRAVEL NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2021/09/08/5-ultra-fun-things-to-do-in-hot-springs-arkansas/  WATCH THIS TRIP'S VIDEO ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/iuh-NrNtVlQ  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ SHOP: https://baileyswaydesigns.etsy.com WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/

In this episode, Bailey discusses the connection between bipolar disorder and sensory overload (also known as hypersensitivity). She takes time to discuss research that she’s done on this topic and how it relates to personal life experiences that she’s undergone. Sensory overload affects many different types of people with mental diagnoses, more than just those with bipolar disorder. Bailey hopes that you’ll leave this episode with a better understanding and more empathy for those in the world around you. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2023/02/20/s4-episode-2-bipolar-disorder-sensory-overload-show-notes/  WIN OF THE WEEK: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/win-of-the-week/  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ SHOP: https://baileyswaydesigns.etsy.com WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/NrHkCVIcyF8 

Tune in as Bailey recounts her very first road trip, taken in December 2021. She and her partner, Monish, drove from Houston, TX to New Mexico and back, stopping in multiple cities along the way. Join in on this trip filled with adventure, laughter, the World’s Largest Pistachio, snowless ski resorts, Cadillacs stuck in the ground and more! VIDEO OF THIS TRIP: https://youtu.be/jF_VkAiz7X0  TRAVEL NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2021/12/30/the-ultimate-road-trip-from-houston-tx-to-new-mexico/  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns

Tune into the very first episode of Season 4 of Distressed to Joyful; Bailey’s Way to hear about the updates and fun, new things to expect throughout this season. Additionally, our host, Bailey, takes the time to discuss how un-alone we are in our struggles with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety and a host of other mental health diagnoses. Mental health is a topic that is talked about a lot more these days, but the more awareness we can bring about it, the better. SHOW NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2023/02/06/s4-episode-1-you-are-not-alone-show-notes/  WIN OF THE WEEK: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/win-of-the-week/  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/   SHOP: https://baileyswaydesigns.etsy.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/  

This is the second annual episode that is a tribute to YOU! Tune in as Bailey expresses her gratitude and appreciation to you. SHOW NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/12/31/s3-episode-18-im-grateful-for-you-round-2-show-notes/  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns

In this episode, Bailey tells her story of how she came to choose a life of sobriety, along with why it’s a healthy choice for her since she’s diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She recounts real-life events that happened throughout her drinking days and how she wouldn’t have been in these awful situations had she not been drunk. Additionally, she informs you of research that she’s found which helps support her decision to stay sober. She hopes you’ll find the strength to do the same, if you feel that a life of sobriety may be best for you too. SHOW NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/12/28/s3-episode-17-sobriety-bipolar-disorder-the-way-to-go-show-notes/  WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns

Tune in as Bailey speaks from the heart about how bipolar disorder often turns her tone of voice into an aggressive one. When anger or frustration arise, it often comes out onto whoever happens to be nearby, although it may have absolutely nothing to do with the other person involved. She hopes that hearing her describe how bipolar disorder can often take over her emotions will help you better understand why people you know (or even sometimes people you don’t know!) may do this to you for seemingly no reason. She leaves you with a simple challenge that, when taken on by the masses, will help change the world for the better. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/12/13/s3-episode-16-dude-whats-your-problem-show-notes/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/mv3wCAQ1fRY  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ SHOP: ​​https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns 

Tune in as Bailey tells alllll about a recent fuck-up that she did along with the consequences that it entailed.. She hopes that you'll be able to learn from her mistakes. After all, in the words of Eleanor Roosevelt, "learn from the mistakes of others. You can't live long enough to make them all yourself." SHOW NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/11/17/s3-episode-15-oops-i-fucked-up-show-notes/  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/  WATCH EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/mb5IXN4FZ1o  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ ETSY SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns

Tune in as host, Bailey Reber, explains to you what has been helpful for her when a loved one is trying to support her during a bipolar 2 hypomanic episode. Besides real-life stories, she also includes information found from trusted articles to help you better understand what you can do to support a loved one who is also diagnosed with bipolar 2 disorder. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/09/28/s3-episode-14-how-to-support-a-loved-one-who-is-feeling-hypomanic-show-notes/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ WHAT A WEIRDO FORM: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/whataweirdo/ SHOP BAILEY'S CREATIONS: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns

In this episode, Bailey discusses what it feels like in the midst of a bipolar 2 hypomanic episode. These episodes are generally very specific to bipolar 2 disorder and therefore can be very confusing to those without this diagnosis. She hopes to help those listening who have bipolar 2 disorder to feel less alone while tuning in. At the same time, she hopes to leave those who do NOT have bipolar disorder feeling full of new information and insight on what their friends/loved ones may be going through. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/08/29/s3-episode-13-this-is-what-a-bipolar-hypomanic-episode-feels-like-show-notes/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ WHAT A WEIRDO FORM: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/whataweirdo/ FACEBOOK: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ MAGIC MIND: https://www.magicmind.co/Joy ETSY SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns

Tune in as Bailey discusses the Do’s and Don’ts when trying to support a loved one who is feeling depressed. She discusses information she’s gathered via trusted sources. Bailey also speaks from the heart about real-life experiences she's dealt with as depression is one piece of her bipolar 2 disorder. She hopes that you’ll leave this episode with a better understanding of what you can and should do when supporting a loved one through their depression or bipolar depressive episode. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/07/26/s3-episode-12-how-to-support-a-loved-one-who-is-feeling-depressed-show-notes/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ MAGIC MIND: https://www.magicmind.co/Joy WHAT A WEIRDO FORM: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/whataweirdo/ 

Tune in as Bailey gets vulnerable and talks all about what her bipolar disorder depressive episodes have felt like over the years. She goes into detail on behaviors that she would often (and still sometimes does) engage in while depressed as a way to help those who have never experienced depression to better understand it. It's also an opportunity for those currently dealing with depression or intermittent depressive episodes to hear that you are not alone. SHOW NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/07/14/s3-episode-11-this-is-what-depression-feels-like-show-notes/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/baileyswaydesigns/ MAGIC MIND: https://www.magicmind.co/Joy WHAT A WEIRDO FORM: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/whataweirdo/ 

Tune in as Bailey discusses a difficult book she's been reading about trauma and how she's been able to continue to do so without becoming triggered. The Body Keeps The Score by Dr. Bessel van Der Kolk is a fascinating book that helps the reader understand how trauma affects our brain, mind and body and how we can move forward with healing. This is NOT a book review episode and WARNING: it may be triggering to some.  SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/06/28/s3-episode-10-the-body-keeps-the-score-show-notes/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ MAGIC MIND: https://www.magicmind.co/Joy WHAT A WEIRDO: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/whataweirdo/ 

Tune in as Bailey discusses the nightmares she's been dealing with recently as well as the probable cause of them... She dives into the research that she's done on the topic of trauma and nightmares and she also takes some time to recount a few of her own nightmares. If you're also experiencing nightmares, this episode will help you to not feel alone in this struggle while encouraging you to seek the help you may need. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/06/13/s3-episode-9-nightmares-trauma-show-notes/  MAGIC MIND: https://www.magicmind.co/Joy INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ WHAT A WEIRDO: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/03/26/what-a-weirdo-podcast-segment/

Tune into this bonus episode to hear Bailey discuss her feelings surrounding college. You may or may not have experienced these same thoughts and feelings for yourself, but Bailey hopes that those feelings will begin to change in a positive way by the end of this bonus episode. WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/  INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ ETSY SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns

Tune in as Bailey gets vulnerable and deep about the things she wishes her parents would have done while she was growing up that would’ve been the support that she needed. As she has begun to open up about this topic more and more in recent times, she’s learned that many other people have had similar situations with their parents…and she hopes that this episode will bring about awareness to parents of school-aged children to help them avoid making some of the same, hurtful mistakes. SHOW NOTES: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2022/05/19/s3-episode-8-i-wish-my-parents-would-have-show-notes/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/distressedtojoyful_baileysway/  FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/distressedtojoyful.baileysway/ WHAT A WEIRDO FORM: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/whataweirdo/  SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns