Steven W. Wilson

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Steve Wilson is the author of Teetering on a Tightrope: My Bipolar Journey. Born in Delaware, Ohio, he now resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his wife, Lenni; they have been married for 51 years and have three daughters and two granddaughters. Steve spent 50 years in the custom clothing business before retiring in 2019. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1978, it was not until 2000 that he was able to conquer the disorder, and since 2015 he has facilitated two mental health support groups. He is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness, focused on the inadequacy of government programs and the harm done by insurance companies in providing mental health care.

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Dec. 24, 2024

Teetering on a Tightrope: Steven W. Wilson Shares His Battle with Mental Illness

On this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, Stephen Wilson shares his powerful journey of overcoming the trauma of sexual assault and the subsequent battles with mental illness, including bipolar disorder and depression. He reflects on how the shame of his experience led him to keep his story hidden for over 30 years, affecting his life in profound ways.