The Making of a Bipolar Success Author, RJ Ermida

ABOUT RJ ERMIDA

Meet the Author: A Story of Success and Inspiration

Hi there, my name is RJ Ermida and I am a 50 year old Canadian woman born in the spring of 1975 in a northern Ontario town. However, I have lived most of my life between Canada and Europe.

I had everything and have been 30 days from being homeless. In my 20s, I was diagnosed as Bipolar, as well as having an adjustment disorder, generalized anxiety, agoraphobia, panic attacks, among other mental health issues.

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A True Life Story

The Making of a Bipolar Success" is a compelling real-life story of bipolar disorder, shedding light on the highs, lows, and triumphs of living with bipolar disorder. Through exposing my personal positive and negative experiences, I hope to help you see that you too can achieve your version of success despite the challenges that life and mental health issues you face. This book is more than a memoir—It is an example of being able to thrive as a bipolar and attempts to break the stigma surrounding a Mental Health diagnosis.

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The Making of a Bipolar Success - The First Half of my Life

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This book isn’t just a story — it’s a lifeline. Through raw honesty and unfiltered truth, RJ Ermida brings hope, courage, and strength to anyone navigating mental health challenges. Here’s what readers have shared:

Eye-opening, gut wrenching and vivid accounts of RJ Ermida’s tumultuous and victorious life. With each sentence there’s no telling where RJ will take us into their complicated and imaginative world. It’s intense so you may need a break or two but this book is intensely ALIVE.

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This isn’t just a memoir — it’s a guide to surviving and thriving. Every chapter left me feeling stronger and more hopeful. RJ is a true inspiration.

L. R.

RJ’s story made me feel seen for the first time. It’s rare to find someone who speaks so openly about mental health and still shines with so much resilience. This book changed how I see myself.

J. M.

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A Journey of Resilience and Success with Bipolar Disorder

An inspiring bipolar disorder autobiography living with overcoming mental illness, finding purpose, and achieving success with bipolar disorder.

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Discover insightful articles on managing bipolar disorder, navigating personal growth with bipolar, and overcoming mental illness. Gain inspiration, practical advice, and real-life experiences to help you thrive on your mental health journey.

RJ Ermida’s Success Story - Learning Foreign Languages Easily

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Embrace it or Resist it - My “PingPong Game” with my Mental Health Diagnosis

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Introduction to The Making of a Bipolar Success©

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Do you have a mental health success or horror story? RJ wants to hear from you. Please send your story by completing our contact form or send an email to info@themakingofabipolarsuccess.com, and provide an alias or nickname to ensure your privacy. Let’s help each other by sharing our experiences! Disclaimer: if you are in trouble or need help, please contact your nearest emergency department, your doctor or a crisis helpline in your area. This is not a crisis website and we do not provide such assistance.

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