Welcome to so damn interesting, your podcast for everything and anything that is so damn interesting. I'm your host, Tio E, and I'm working my hardest to bring you stories that will make you giggle, let out a big sigh, maybe even bring a salty tear to your eye. You'll find us here on the first of every month.

This month we are tackling the hard subject of mental illness. I am bipolar and after I was diagnosed in 1998, my life changed dramatically. I ended up having to quit my job as a physician as I could no longer safely take care of my patients. It's been a long journey with a lot of twists and turns. And I want to share some of that with you to help demystify mental illness. Being mentally ill can be a hard row to hoe. And being ashamed of that makes it a million times harder. I have been blessed to have found a life partner who has gone through so much of this with me. Today, she'll be joining me on the show so that we can begin this discussion. We'll specifically today start the topic of when being bipolar is driving the train and when sometimes it's just me being an asshole. We think you will love it.

Be sure to write to me if you want to hear more about this and many other aspects of bipolar illness and treatment. Or just write and say HELLO. My email address is so.damn.interesting@gmail.com. I can't wait to hear from you!