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In this episode, we hear a powerful and unfiltered story of living with undiagnosed bipolar disorder for over a decade.

Dennis Heil opens up about early symptoms in adolescence, a near-fatal suicide attempt at 15, and years of confusion, isolation, and internal chaos. Raised in an environment where emotions weren’t discussed, he struggled in silence—without the tools or context to understand what was happening in his mind.

It wasn’t until a psychotic break at 29 that everything came to a turning point. Faced with a critical moment, he made the decision to seek professional help—and for the first time, received a diagnosis that gave his experience a name.

From there, the journey didn’t become easy—but it became possible.

If you or someone you know is navigating bipolar disorder or mental health challenges, these organizations offer education, support, and guidance:

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Education, support groups, and a helpline
• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) – Peer support groups specifically for mood disorders
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) – Treatment locator and national helpline

If you’re in immediate distress or need to talk to someone:

• Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
• Text HOME to 741741 to connect with the Crisis Text Line
• Outside the U.S., visit the International Association for Suicide Prevention for international helplines

If you are in immediate danger, please call emergency services.

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