Acting On A Dream

15/01/2021

We’re back!! Missed you guys!

Yes, 2021 hasn’t kicked off as we hoped it would, but just like 2020 we’ll get through this year together too.

Today we’re going to be revisiting crisis planning and support.

Two words: MAGIC BEANS.

All my love,�April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream. Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

11/12/2020

Hey chums,

This will be my last live stream of 2020… What a journey we’ve been on. There have been highs and lows - such is the bipolar life.

Today I want to discuss coping mechanisms to help us through this festive season.

I also want to ask you two very important things:

- What lesson have you learnt in 2020 which you’ll be taking forward with you in 2021?

- This year has been hellish, but that doesn’t mean that it didn’t have its moments of joy, love and hope, and it doesn’t mean a memory we’ll treasure didn’t occur. So, I want to know what you’ll treasure from 2020?

You’re all going to be a memory I treasure from 2020. Thank you for your love and support, you’ve helped me as much as I hope I’ve brought you comfort.

Stay strong, remember how resilient you are and I can’t wait to see you in 2021.

All my love,�
April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream. Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

04/12/2020

Hey pals,

Happy final month of 2020!!! You made it!!

This week we’re discussing RAPID CYCLING.

I don’t want to brag guys… But I’m actually an expert in this.

I want to know if there are any other expert rapid cyclers out there.

We’ll discuss what it means and how you can help yourself cope with it.

Lots of love,�April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream. Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

20/11/2020

My wonders,

I hope you’re keeping well and warm as we race towards December!

“I think I might have bipolar”

Who has said this? Whether you’re now diagnosed or still going through the process of a diagnosis?

Today I want to hear from those that had this thought and were right - perhaps you can share some advice with those who are questioning it now.

I’ll be here to answer any questions you might have and hopefully bring you some words of comfort.

Lots of love,�April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream. Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

06/11/2020

Hey troops,

Lockdown 2.0 - WE’VE GOT THIS!

- What did you learn from the first lockdown?
- How is that going to help you during the second lockdown?
- What are your new tools?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love, April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream. Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

23/10/2020

Hey pals,

It’s been an unnerving couple of weeks, so let’s come together and chat it through.

There are new tiers, there’s scary news and there’s the unknown, BUT… we’ve got this troops. You’re not alone.

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love,�April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream. Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

10/10/2020

It’s World Mental Health Day!

There’s going to be a lot of of statistics, research and statements today. It may become overwhelming for some of us. So I want to try and make it as motivating as possible for us, because we live in the world that people will be raising awareness for today, EVERY day. Awareness is great, but I want to focus on FULFILLING YOUR POTENTIAL. Why? Because ‘anything is possible’.

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love,� April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next live stream. Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

25/09/2020

Hey friends!

Today we’re discussing MINDFULNESS

- What does mindfulness mean to you?
- How do you practice mindfulness?
- What are your top tips to someone trying it?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love,�April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream
Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

11/09/2020

Hey friends!

Last week we told bipolar; “YOU SUCK”!

This week we’re gonna discuss how it is, can be, just maybe, a little okay because it’s our SUPERPOWER.

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love,� April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream
Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

03/09/2020

Hey friends!

This week we are discussing the raw realities of bipolar disorder

All I want to know this week is why bipolar sucks for you?!

This is going to be a safe space to scream into the virtual pillow and let off some steam!

You are strong!! Never forget that.

All my love, �April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream
Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

28/08/2020

Hey friends!

This week we are discussing CRISIS PLANNING:

- What do you consider a crisis?
- What plans do you have in place?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love,� April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream
Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

14/08/2020

Hey friends,

MISSED YOU!

This week we're going to be revisiting the impacts of BIPOLAR AND ANXIETY:

- How does your anxiety manifest?�- What are your coping mechanisms?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Stay safe, stay well and give yourselves a break - you’re doing the best you can.

Lots of love, April x

15/07/2020

Hey friends,

This week we're going to be revisiting the impacts of MEDICATION AND WEIGHT:

- Have you been able to implement any healthy changes since we last spoke?
- Have you noticed a difference in your weight or appetite since being on your medication?
- Has this weight change further affected your mental health?
- What do you do to keep yourself fit and healthy?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Stay safe, well and clean.

Lots of love,� April x

01/07/2020

Hey friends!

This week we are discussing SELF-CARE:

- Do you think you self-care enough?
- What are your top 3 self-care favourites?
- What’s your advice to those who struggling with self-care?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love,�April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream
Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your Facebook network.

24/06/2020

Hey friends!

This week we are discussing PARENTING:

- Are you living with bipolar and are a parent?
- Are you living with bipolar and thinking about having a baby?
- If you’re living with bipolar how have your parents dealt with it and adapted to it?

There will be a Q&A at the end of the session with Mamma Kelley!

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love, �April x

*We look forward to seeing you at the next livestream
Please be aware this is an open conversation and your comments can be viewed publicly and may be circulated in your fb network.

17/06/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

This week's we are celebrating PRIDE MONTH!!�

Every year, during the month of June, the LGBT community celebrates in a number of different ways. Across the globe, various events are held during this special month as a way of recognising the influence LGBT people have had around the world. Why was June chosen? Because it is when the Stonewall Riots took place, way back in 1969.

Whether you’re a part of the community or an ally to it let’s hold our heads up high and be proud!

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Lots of love,�April x

10/06/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

This week's discussion will be the impacts of MEDICATION AND WEIGHT:�

- Have you noticed a difference in your weight or appetite since being on your medication?
- Has this weight change further affected your mental health?
- What do you do to keep yourself fit and healthy?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally.

Stay safe, well and clean.

Lots of love,� April x

03/06/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

This week's discussion will be VOLUNTEERING:
�- Have you been a volunteer before? �- Why did you want to volunteer?
- Did volunteering have an effect on your mental health?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally. Stay home, stay safe, well and clean.

Lots of love,
April x

27/05/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

This week's discussion will be ALCOHOL:
- Have you stopped drinking? Have you found it to be a positive impact?
- If your still drink, why?
- Does alcohol affect your meds?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally. Stay home, stay safe, well and clean.

Lots of love,

April x

24/05/2020

60% of people living with bipolar get no treat for the condition. AOAD's Sara has written a piece for Bipolar UK with her tips for friends, families and careers who’s loved ones are living with bipolar (or any mental illness in fact) 💙

Sara talks about some of her experiences as a carer and offers some tips that she has learnt along the way. Whether you are a close friend, relative or neighbour for someone with bipolar, you are still a carer in some way, and what you do to support that person really matters.

20/05/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

This week's discussion will be KINDNESS.

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally. Stay home, stay safe, well and clean.

Lots of love,

April x

06/05/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

This week's discussion will be ‘heroes’.

I wanna know:
- What’s your definition of a hero?
- How do your day-to-day heroes help you? What are their superpowers?
- Send a tribute to your hero!

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally. Stay home, stay safe, well, and clean.

Lots of love,

April x

29/04/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

This week's discussion will be on 'music'.

I wanna know:
- What kind of music do you listen to when you're manic?
- What kind of music do you listen to when you're depressed.
- Would you ever consider music therapy?

And of course - there will be a Top Tip from Sara.

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally. Stay home, stay safe, well and clean.

Lots of love,

April x

26/04/2020

We're fundraising for Bipolar UK 💙

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lets-talk-bipolar

𝟯 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗶𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗱𝗮𝘆. This desperately sad statistic needs to be brought down and we can only do that together, that's how we tackle each of our days - together.

Join us and do your own challenge. We propose this, to you all… walking 2.6 miles in someone else's shoes or, if that’s not possible, walking 2.6 miles with your shoes on the wrong feet - and then, of course, nominate others. Why?

“𝘽𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙟𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚 𝙖 𝙢𝙖𝙣, (𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙡 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣)… 𝙬𝙖𝙡𝙠 𝙖 𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙚𝙨”

No donation is too small, but if you can’t donate, don’t worry - we have a lot going on right now… All we ask is you check in on your people, today, tomorrow and everyday.

Lots of love, stay safe and stay well

April & Sara ###

22/04/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

This week's discussion will be 'newly diagnosed'.

I wanna know:
- What first steps you did to help yourself?
- What would you tell your younger self about living with bipolar which you know now?
- How you educated yourself and loved ones?
- Top tips for newly diagnosed people?

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally. Stay home, stay safe, well and clean.

Lots of love,

April x

15/04/2020

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening… ‘cause what is time anymore, AMIRIGHT?

There’s no hiding it Troops, we’re living in scary, uncertain and wildly unprecedented times where our mental health is being tested. I see it triggering even the most level-headed individuals, questioning the thoughts within their own minds which they would otherwise not care to question or have the time to do so.

So, that’s why we’ve created Lockdown with April & Bipolar UK. Every Wednesday I’ll be going live on Bipolar UK’s page!

I want this opportunity and this platform to be a safe space, I genuinely to hear from you, yes YOU… I want us to weather this storm together, no matter how rough it gets. This time every week will be used to share your worries and fears… I can’t promise I’ll have all the answers, but I can sure as hell promise you, I’ll be here to listen. This will also be a time to embrace hope, love and (although tricky grasp on some days) positivity.

I’m so thankful to have this Bipolar UK family and together I hope, even if only for a brief moment each week we can escape and not feel so alone.

Take care of yourselves both physically and mentally. Stay home, stay safe, well and clean. I’ll see you soon!

All my love,
April x

26/03/2020

We love you 💙🙏

18/03/2020

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02/06/2019

AOAD's April Kelley joined Grace Victory, Yvette Caster, Mark Rowland and Lucy Donoughue in a special edition of the ‘I am. I have’ podcast during the Podfest For Mental Health with Happiful Magazine... Chatting about the positive impact work has on her life ✨

Happiful’s podcast I am. I have, with a special panel of guests, is the last podcast in the Podfest For Mental Health programme, to mark Mental Health Awareness Week