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Bipolar Depression Pushed Me to Suicide | Opiate Addiction & Painkillers Almost Took My Life

Bipolar Depression Pushed Me to Suicide | Opiate Addiction & Painkillers Almost Took My Life

Update: 2025-12-02
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Russell’s story is one of the darkest descents ever shared on Rise Above — and one of the most inspiring comebacks.After years trapped in chronic pain, opiate prescriptions, crippling anxiety, and undiagnosed Bipolar II, Russell’s world fell apart:• his marriage crumbled• his career collapsed• his father was dying• he couldn’t sleep for months• he spiraled into heavy drinking + painkillers• and eventually… he planned his own suicideWhat followed is shocking:Russell was admitted twice to a psychiatric hospital, diagnosed bipolar, and eventually underwent electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) — the same “shock therapy” most people fear.But instead of ending his life…He rebuilt it from scratch.Today Russell is sober, mentally stable, and runs a successful pressure-washing business with his two sons — the very people he almost left behind.This interview is raw, emotional, and brutally honest. If you’re struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, or feel like you’re at the end… Russell’s story will show you that there is ALWAYS a way out.🙏 If you need recovery support:Email me to join our weekly Rise Above Recovery Meeting📧 Kevin@RiseAbovePod.com👇 Drop a comment if Russell’s honesty helped you today.#RiseAbove#AddictionRecovery#MentalHealthMatters#BipolarDisorder

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Bipolar Depression Pushed Me to Suicide | Opiate Addiction & Painkillers Almost Took My Life

Bipolar Depression Pushed Me to Suicide | Opiate Addiction & Painkillers Almost Took My Life

Kevin Lanning