Why Emotions Can Feel More Intense With Bipolar
Bipolar disorder can dramatically amplify the way we experience emotions, often causing us to feel things with an intensity that others may find difficult to understand. This heightened emotional range — from deep, overwhelming sadness to euphoric highs — is a core part of the condition, not a character flaw. Yet, because of this emotional intensity, people living with bipolar disorder are frequently misunderstood or unfairly labeled as “too much,” “too intense,” or “overly sensitive.” These labels overlook the reality of navigating a mood disorder that affects perception, response, and energy levels. Rather than judging, it’s important to recognize the courage it takes to manage such extremes while seeking balance and understanding in a world that often prefers emotional moderation.
This great article we found goes into greater detail: https://www.bphope.com/blog/bipolar-disorder-we-experience-things-differently-to-others/