<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[BLISS & Bloom by Kaye]]></title><description><![CDATA[Therapeutic gardening, emotional wellbeing and seasonal workshops for women seeking calm, connection and softer rhythms.]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 08:47:02 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[PART 6 Hope With Honesty: What Living Well With Bipolar Really Looks Like]]></title><description><![CDATA[Living well with bipolar disorder is not about pretending it’s easy. It’s about meeting reality with compassion. There are still hard days. There are still setbacks. But there is also wisdom, resilience, and depth. What I Know Now I know my signs. I trust my body more. I recover faster. I speak to myself more kindly. And most importantly — I no longer believe that struggling means I’m failing. This Is What Hope Looks Like Hope looks like: early intervention instead of crisis honesty instead...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/part-6-hope-with-honesty-what-living-well-with-bipolar-really-looks-like</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69539ef8e7745ecd17d04d5b</guid><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:47:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_eea1d7bee8644c059ba76f52ab9661fa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PART 5 Bliss Isn’t Perfect: Creating a Life That Feels Safe and Meaningful]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a long time, I thought bliss meant happiness all the time. Now I know better. Bliss is safety. Bliss is self-trust. Bliss is knowing how to care for yourself when things wobble. Redefining a “Good Life” A good life with bipolar isn’t symptom-free. It’s supported. It’s a life where: your home feels regulating your relationships allow honesty your pace matches your capacity your worth isn’t tied to productivity That kind of life is possible. I’m living it — imperfectly, gently, honestly....]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/part-5-bliss-isn-t-perfect-creating-a-life-that-feels-safe-and-meaningful</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69539ecfe7745ecd17d04d38</guid><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:49:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_ab564b77ce744edbb6decca3b76524d8~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_704,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PART 4 Stability Is Built Gently: Routines, Systems, and Support]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a long time, I resisted routines. They felt restrictive. Clinical. Like another way to be controlled. But what I eventually learned is this: routine can be a form of self-love. Not rigid schedules. Not perfection. But gentle, repeatable anchors that make life feel safer. Why Stability Needs Structure Bipolar disorder is sensitive to disruption. Sleep, meals, stress, and emotional load all matter more — not because you’re weak, but because your system is responsive. Once I stopped fighting...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/part-4-stability-is-built-gently-routines-systems-and-support</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69539cdee7745ecd17d04c6b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:37:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_859dd26face54cd7b7393514c9096fe9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PART 3 Learning Your Rhythms: Understanding Moods Without Fear]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most empowering things I learned after my diagnosis was this: my moods weren’t random — they were communicating. In the beginning, though, every emotional shift felt frightening. A good day made me anxious. A low day made me brace for impact. I was constantly scanning myself, waiting for things to go wrong. That hypervigilance is common after diagnosis. When you’ve been told your moods are risky, it’s hard not to see them as enemies. But over time, I learned something gentler and...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/learning-your-rhythms-understanding-moods-without-fear</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69539c1be7745ecd17d04c41</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:34:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_6bbc60a6b4404d3a9c1c38cc3ec33d6e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_640,h_428,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PART 2 You Are Still You]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reclaiming Identity After a Bipolar Diagnosis One of the quietest losses after a bipolar diagnosis is the loss of identity. Suddenly, everything feels filtered through the label. Your emotions. Your reactions. Your energy. You start wondering which parts of you are you — and which parts are the illness. I remember questioning myself constantly: Was I always like this? Can I trust my feelings anymore? Who am I now? No one tells you how disorienting that is. The Fear of Becoming “Just a...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/part-2-you-are-still-you-reclaiming-identity-after-diagnosis</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695399f4e7745ecd17d04b91</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:31:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_cea589e20671419d91a45571f0b9ffdd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_756,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PART 1 When I Was First Diagnosed With Bipolar Disorder]]></title><description><![CDATA[For anyone trying to make peace with bipolar.
For anyone who looks “fine” on the outside but feels completely alone inside it.]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/when-i-was-first-diagnosed-with-bipolar-disorder</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687b888b699ba41da14093ca</guid><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:14:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_4af1ad0c9acf4210b0534a93e948954c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten Signs of Bipolar Depression]]></title><description><![CDATA[You deserve care, clarity, and support — especially during the harder moments.]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/ten-signs-of-bipolar-depression</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6298559a2c54fefc2833ea5f</guid><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 11:01:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_ebd985e1737245cd95899fbed65294c9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dormant, Not Defeated: What My Winter Garden Teaches Me About Living With Bipolar Disorder]]></title><description><![CDATA[A winter garden, a quieter mind, a reminder that rest is not failure. Reflections on gardening and living with bipolar disorder ]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/dormant-not-defeated-what-my-winter-garden-teaches-me-about-living-with-bipolar-disorder</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69525e58e7745ecd17cfd18f</guid><category><![CDATA[Gardening for Mental Wellbeing]]></category><category><![CDATA[Seasonal Self-Care]]></category><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:12:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/6e2059_d0068adbdbda4d88a8ac8398ad2d7a93/360p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I Parent on Low-Energy Bipolar Days (Without Guilt)]]></title><description><![CDATA[If You’re Parenting on Empty Today…

Please hear this:
You are still showing up.
You are still loving.
You are still enough.]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/how-i-parent-on-low-energy-bipolar-days-without-guilt</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6952c0cce7745ecd17cffb66</guid><category><![CDATA[Parenting & Bipolar]]></category><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:57:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_31de580e7a424a7abba149b3d443b407~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Create a Calm Corner at Home for Bipolar Wellbeing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A calm corner is a small, intentional space in your home designed to soothe your nervous system and help you reset — especially during mood swings, overstimulation, or overwhelming days. It doesn’t need to be fancy. It just needs to feel like sanctuary. 1. Choose a Spot That Already Feels Safe It might be: A corner of your bedroom A chair near a window A nook in the living room Even a space on the floor with cushions Pick somewhere that feels natural to retreat to. 2. Think Soft, Warm, and...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/how-to-create-a-calm-corner-at-home-for-bipolar-wellbeing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692b1484d062fbd49d1175ba</guid><category><![CDATA[Home Environment & Routines]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:52:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_c83fea4335b147068474e8c7b6809526~mv2_d_5337_3558_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gardening for Mental Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Simple Garden Tasks Help with Depression, Anxiety &#38; Bipolar Living with bipolar disorder and depression can make some days feel heavy, anxious, and disconnected. However, engaging in gentle, grounding garden work can help us come back to our bodies, regulate our nervous systems, and reconnect with the present moment. Embracing these simple tasks not only nurtures our gardens but also cultivates our mental health. A heartfelt sign communicates the therapeutic benefits of gardening for...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/gardening-for-mental-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6873c27966b0539628ca265f</guid><category><![CDATA[Gardening for Mental Wellbeing]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 15:34:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_87965c11ff4249fb8074198caee489d5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Bipolar Disorder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understanding the Mood Swings of Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Disorder, also known as manic depression, leads to mood fluctuations ranging from depressive lows to manic highs. During a depressive phase, the experience can be as severe or even more intense than a person without bipolar going through a major depressive episode. Conversely, when your mood swings to mania, you might feel euphoric, exhibit grandiosity, have abundant energy, and face high risks. Mixed episodes involve simultaneous...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/what-is-bipolar-disorder</link><guid isPermaLink="false">686e5d5fc0e95558db28414e</guid><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 12 Jul 2025 09:40:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_a3d1d7d7eae84d67a3c109e5bee9ceb1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get a D.O.S.E of this!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins: The Fantastic Four of Feel-Good Chemicals! Welcome to the wonderful world of brain chemistry, where a cocktail of neurotransmitters can turn your frown upside down and make you feel like you just won the lottery—without having to actually buy a ticket! Today, we’re diving into the magical realms of dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. These four chemical superheroes are here to save your day and sprinkle a little joy into your life. So,...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/get-a-d-o-s-e-of-this</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62974ad8c5b4dd21294b3187</guid><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><category><![CDATA[Seasonal Self-Care]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 19:24:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_1d225f3f87514c64b901be1a73bd482a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating the Storm: My Personal Journey Through Mania and Finding Grounding Techniques]]></title><description><![CDATA[Living with bipolar disorder has been a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Among the highs and lows of this experience, one...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/navigating-the-storm-my-personal-journey-through-mania-and-finding-grounding-techniques</link><guid isPermaLink="false">686ac3c46e4eab8118fc387d</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 18:44:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e2059_f62432671f604e41b4745aff857e80b2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foods that Help to Balance Bipolar ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maintaining a balanced diet can play a major role in managing bipolar disorder. Here are some dietary considerations: 1. Omega-3 Fatty Acids  - Fatty fish (e.g., salmon, mackerel) - Flaxseeds and chia seeds - Walnuts Increase your consumption of essential omega-3 fats This involves eating fish at least twice a week, incorporating seeds into your diet most days, and taking omega-3 fish oil supplements. The best fish for EPA, a type of omega-3 fat associated with mood improvement, include:...]]></description><link>https://www.blissandbloombykaye.com/post/template-how-to-write-a-tips-blog-post</link><guid isPermaLink="false">628a3de058615b4c91b82d63</guid><category><![CDATA[Food & Mood]]></category><category><![CDATA[Bipolar Daily Living]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 22 May 2022 13:42:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8ea70678ba8d4725b3ae79d832a5e7cd.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaye Henry</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>