Bipolar Edinburgh & Lothians Group

06/08/2026

NEW EPISODE!
We're excited to share our first full episode of Bipolar Edinburgh's Whatever the Weather Podcast!

In this episode, we talk with Gregor, a peer support worker from Penumbra, about his lived experience of bipolar, his journey into peer support work, and the importance of support from those who understand.

The Whatever the Weather Podcast is a space for honest conversations about life with bipolar. By sharing our experiences, we hope that people affected by bipolar can feel less alone. 💜

Watch the episode using the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeXa-s5JIvs

If you enjoyed our conversation with Gregor or found it helpful to you or others, please share and follow for future episodes!

25/07/2026

Grab a kilt and support Bipolar Edinburgh at the 2026 Edinburgh Kiltwalk, a fun annual fundraising event - with a touch of Scottish flair.

The Kiltwalk is our only fundraiser of the year, and the money raised provides the majority of the funding that makes our community possible. Join Team Bipolar Edinburgh on Sunday 13th September to walk together. And as a thank you, everyone who signs up will receive a FREE Bipolar Edinburgh T-shirt!

To walk with us, sign up here https://bit.ly/Kiltwalk2026 and register for the Wee Wander.

10/07/2026

**New blog post** - Bipolar Mood Monitoring

Mood monitoring can be a useful tool for understanding changes in our mood and recognising early warning signs.

Read what our community had to say about different approaches to mood tracking, including mood scales, apps and other tools.

https://www.bipolaredinburgh.org.uk/post/bipolar-mood-monitoring-1

08/07/2026

Our Whatever the Weather podcast is back with more clips from our latest interview with Gregor, a Penumbra Mental Health peer support worker for the Bipolar Peer Support Service.

Living with bipolar can be a lonely experience. In this clip, we talk about the power of peer support and the importance of feeling understood by others with shared experiences. We hope conversations like these can be a kind reminder that you are not alone 💜.

Keep an eye out for more highlights coming soon!

26/06/2026

Earlier this month, we celebrated the 3rd anniversary of our Bipolar Peer Support Service! 🎉

Delivered in partnership with Penumbra Mental Health, the service provides free one-to-one peer support for people living with bipolar across Edinburgh. Over the past three years, it has been a valuable source of connection, understanding, and support for many people in our community.

This service wouldn't be possible without the dedication of our incredible peer support workers and the ongoing support of the Penumbra team.

A special thank you to our peer support workers Lu, Mary Anne, and Gregor for the care, commitment, and encouragement they bring to supporting others affected by bipolar. 💜

18/06/2026

At our recent all ages meeting, shared his personal journey and invited members to take a short poll about their experience.

Age and type of diagnosis have a lot of significance for the bipolar experience, and these responses show how different it can be for everyone. But the beauty of a community is we can also share what we have in common - like the positive things we find in a life with bipolar. 💜

A huge thank you to everyone who took part and shared their responses. Swipe to see the results!

15/06/2026

Stand-Up Comedian Struan Logan opens up about his personal journey with bipolar, discussing his newest comedy routine and future projects. Read the full summary in our latest blog post: https://wix.to/rAhrJb9

Comedian Struan Logan joins us to discuss his personal journey with bipolar.

04/06/2026

Bipolar Edinburgh is a peer-led community, and we couldn't do what we do without our volunteers.

From social events to group meetings, their time, energy, and commitment help us create meaningful connections and a supportive community for people affected by bipolar.

To all our volunteers, thank you for everything you do 💜

01/06/2026

We're proud to be taking part in Volunteers' Week 2026, a UK-wide celebration of volunteering and community spirit.

Volunteers are at the heart of so much of what we do, helping us create welcoming spaces, provide support, and connect people affected by bipolar. Thank you for the time, energy, and kindness you bring to our charity. 💜

13/05/2026

The focus of Mental Health Awareness Week is taking action and we'd love to hear from our community about actions you take to improve your mental health 💜

Find more ideas and tips about taking action from the Mental Health Foundation:
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/public-engagement/mental-health-awareness-week/take-action