For years I missed the early warning signs, chased the rush, and broke things that mattered. This is what I have learned about dating with Bipolar Disorder, how I spot red flags sooner, and what partners should know. Love needs honesty, steady habits, and room for repair.

At the height of a corporate rise, my first manic episode forced a reckoning with identity, ambition, and health. In this companion recap, I share how I moved from burnout to breakthrough, and why high-performance cultures work best when they put people first.

At CPA Canada’s ONE National Conference, I stood on stage not just as a CPA, but as someone who nearly lost everything to burnout and untreated bipolar disorder. These are the stories, shifts, and small wins that are changing how we approach mental health in accounting.

From breakdown to breakthrough. When Shak took the stage at The ONE National Conference, it wasn’t to perform—it was to be real. In front of fellow CPAs, he spoke openly about living with bipolar disorder while chasing partnership, what broke him down, and what helped him rebuild. This is a story about pressure, stigma, and the power of sharing it out loud.

Men’s mental health deserves more than a hashtag. As someone living with bipolar disorder, I’ve seen what silence can do—and what vulnerability can heal. Let’s talk about it, for real.

CMHA’s Hope in Motion isn’t just a fundraiser—it’s a movement. In this personal reflection, Shak shares why he rides each year, what this ride means to him as someone living with bipolar disorder, and how visibility, movement, and community can make all the difference. 💜

When I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, it felt like my world had flipped upside down. But over time, I learned that my diagnosis didn’t define me—it was just part of my story. Here’s a roadmap to help you navigate this chapter with self-love and resilience.

Bipolar Disorder often comes with misconceptions that create unnecessary stigma. In this blog, we’re breaking down the biggest myths and replacing them with understanding and truth. Let’s build a more empathetic, informed world together.