AJ Lee Was Diagnosed With Bipolar Disorder While Growing Up

Former WWE superstar AJ Lee released a new blog post today, and it revealed something about her that is extremely personal.

In her post, Lee mentioned that she had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder while growing up and just entering adulthood. But how exactly does the disorder effect a person? She explains:

“By definition, it is a mental disorder characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression. In less scientific terms, it is a real asshole. The disorder strips a person of control. Those affected experience unexpected and unwarranted highs that can increase adrenaline, paranoia, and recklessness, and lows that induce panic attacks, relentless sobbing, and overwhelming lethargy. A person’s heart, mind, and actions either become amplified to a dangerous degree or unrecognizably distorted.”

However, Lee uses the post to be an inspiration to others who have bipolar disorder and let them know that they can have perfectly normal, healthy lives.

“When I harnessed its seemingly uncontrollable might, I realized Bipolar disorder’s powers could be used for good. My diagnosis didn’t have to be an affliction. It could simply be the gift of extraordinary emotions. When a loved one hurt, I could feel their pain with every inch of my skin through my super human ability of empathy. When I witnessed injustice, my anger was transformed into righteous indignation, and nothing could stop me from raising my voice. My passion-fueled soul convinced me to jump into life headfirst, without overthinking. When I was scared, my super-sized heart reminded me I could be invincible. When I doubted myself, my overachieving mind made me believe I was capable of flying. And when I desired something, there was not a person on earth who could hold me back. I could walk through fire if it meant making my dreams come true.”

Editor’s Note:

This is very cool. I hope that many people around the world who are affected by bipolar disorder can be inspired by this wonderful sentiment.

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