Life doesn’t always go the way you expect. For years, I was on a path I thought would define me—creating podcasts, shows, and comedy with friends and family. We poured ourselves into these projects, working together to build something that was more than just a hobby. It felt like we were making something real, something that could grow into a part of who we were.

But then mania hit. It didn’t just shake things up—it destroyed everything we had worked so hard for. The shows ended. Friendships broke down. And one of the projects I’d built from the ground up—a podcast—was taken off track as I lost my sense of identity and direction.

The hardest part wasn’t just the failure—it was pushing people away in the process. The same people who had helped me build these projects were suddenly distant, and I found myself feeling more isolated than ever. The sense of loss was overwhelming. It wasn’t just about the things I had lost—it was about wondering who I even was anymore.

When I was at my lowest, I turned to podcasts and audiobooks about bipolar disorder. I listened to stories from others who had experienced similar things, hoping to understand myself better. What was this disorder? What had happened to me? And, most importantly—who was I now, in the aftermath of all the chaos?

Touching Tornadoes is how I’m trying to make sense of it all. It’s where I bring my love for storytelling, my desire to help others, and my experiences with bipolar disorder together. This space is about sharing the highs, the lows, and everything in between. It’s about being honest and vulnerable, but also using humor to get through the toughest times.