Polly Wiseman
@pollywiseman.bsky.social
Shows, clothes, highs n lows (bipolar)
Theatre-maker, AD of Fireraisers.
They/them
Theatre-maker, AD of Fireraisers.
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Polly Wiseman
@pollywiseman.bsky.social
· Jan 19
A little intro to me & the reasons behind my ‘shows, clothes, highs n lows’ bio. #bipolar #neurodivergent #actorslife www.instagram.com/p/C2Rvxv0r88...
Arts organisations must stand in solidarity with disabled artists to protest cuts to benefits which threaten not only our livelihoods - but our lives.
If theatre companies put out a statement of solidarity, what would you like it to say?
Comment below or DM
And SHARE this!
#welfarenotwarfare
If theatre companies put out a statement of solidarity, what would you like it to say?
Comment below or DM
And SHARE this!
#welfarenotwarfare
April 22, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Arts organisations must stand in solidarity with disabled artists to protest cuts to benefits which threaten not only our livelihoods - but our lives.
If theatre companies put out a statement of solidarity, what would you like it to say?
Comment below or DM
And SHARE this!
#welfarenotwarfare
If theatre companies put out a statement of solidarity, what would you like it to say?
Comment below or DM
And SHARE this!
#welfarenotwarfare
Reposted by Polly Wiseman
The more I read the disability reforms green paper, the more it feels akin to:
"We've decided to drive a truck into a huge crowd of people. We're not consulting on that decision, but we invite responses on what mitigations we should put in place for those affected."
"We've decided to drive a truck into a huge crowd of people. We're not consulting on that decision, but we invite responses on what mitigations we should put in place for those affected."
April 18, 2025 at 1:05 PM
The more I read the disability reforms green paper, the more it feels akin to:
"We've decided to drive a truck into a huge crowd of people. We're not consulting on that decision, but we invite responses on what mitigations we should put in place for those affected."
"We've decided to drive a truck into a huge crowd of people. We're not consulting on that decision, but we invite responses on what mitigations we should put in place for those affected."
Do you think the proposed disability benefits reforms are purely about saving money? Or do you think there are other motives behind them, perhaps ones that aren't pleasant? 👀
Would love to hear your thoughts. #DisabilityRights #UKPolitics
Would love to hear your thoughts. #DisabilityRights #UKPolitics
April 21, 2025 at 6:43 PM
If you are part of a theatre company or other arts organisation, or an artist, it would be reassuring to disabled artists to feel seen and valued at this horrible time #welfarenotwarfare
April 21, 2025 at 6:42 PM
If you are part of a theatre company or other arts organisation, or an artist, it would be reassuring to disabled artists to feel seen and valued at this horrible time #welfarenotwarfare
Fabulous birthday stay Hotel Pelirocco in the Bettie Page room 🐆
March 21, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Fabulous birthday stay Hotel Pelirocco in the Bettie Page room 🐆
NHS #mentalhealth care. Can you relate?
January 29, 2025 at 12:59 PM
NHS #mentalhealth care. Can you relate?
Psychiatry is patriarchy on steroids
Most people living with #mentalillness have at least one horror story about an arrogant d*ck of a psychiatrist. Do you?
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Most people living with #mentalillness have at least one horror story about an arrogant d*ck of a psychiatrist. Do you?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDrJpGHoyN...
December 17, 2024 at 10:30 AM
Psychiatry is patriarchy on steroids
Most people living with #mentalillness have at least one horror story about an arrogant d*ck of a psychiatrist. Do you?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDrJpGHoyN...
Most people living with #mentalillness have at least one horror story about an arrogant d*ck of a psychiatrist. Do you?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDrJpGHoyN...
Now in my 40s, I’m left wondering: what happened to the hopeful, ambitious 18 year old I used to be?
I feel like the hare in Aesop’s fable, who loses the race to the tortoise because he goes too fast & then crashes
That’s what #bipolar disorder feels like, over & over… Do you agree?
Full post ⬇️
I feel like the hare in Aesop’s fable, who loses the race to the tortoise because he goes too fast & then crashes
That’s what #bipolar disorder feels like, over & over… Do you agree?
Full post ⬇️
December 12, 2024 at 10:44 PM
Now in my 40s, I’m left wondering: what happened to the hopeful, ambitious 18 year old I used to be?
I feel like the hare in Aesop’s fable, who loses the race to the tortoise because he goes too fast & then crashes
That’s what #bipolar disorder feels like, over & over… Do you agree?
Full post ⬇️
I feel like the hare in Aesop’s fable, who loses the race to the tortoise because he goes too fast & then crashes
That’s what #bipolar disorder feels like, over & over… Do you agree?
Full post ⬇️
Dear Customer Service, I would like to cancel my free trial of #bipolar disorder.
One star: would not recommend
#MentalHealth crew: Who agrees?
instagram.com/p/DDbyTWRIeuK/…
One star: would not recommend
#MentalHealth crew: Who agrees?
instagram.com/p/DDbyTWRIeuK/…
December 11, 2024 at 10:34 AM
Dear Customer Service, I would like to cancel my free trial of #bipolar disorder.
One star: would not recommend
#MentalHealth crew: Who agrees?
instagram.com/p/DDbyTWRIeuK/…
One star: would not recommend
#MentalHealth crew: Who agrees?
instagram.com/p/DDbyTWRIeuK/…
Ignore those posts of peoples’ end of year achievements! My #MentalHealthMatters bingo lists some fundamental things that count.
If you can check even one of them, you are winning at 2024!
How many can YOU check off?
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If you can check even one of them, you are winning at 2024!
How many can YOU check off?
Full post ⬇️ instagram.com/p/DDZWX61Ib8F/…
December 10, 2024 at 11:59 AM
Ignore those posts of peoples’ end of year achievements! My #MentalHealthMatters bingo lists some fundamental things that count.
If you can check even one of them, you are winning at 2024!
How many can YOU check off?
Full post ⬇️ instagram.com/p/DDZWX61Ib8F/…
If you can check even one of them, you are winning at 2024!
How many can YOU check off?
Full post ⬇️ instagram.com/p/DDZWX61Ib8F/…
Insta followers gave some great advice for dealing with a #bipolar diagnosis.
What would you say?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDWu_0lI0I...
What would you say?
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December 9, 2024 at 10:28 PM
Insta followers gave some great advice for dealing with a #bipolar diagnosis.
What would you say?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDWu_0lI0I...
What would you say?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDWu_0lI0I...
I’m doing Instagram live with Bipolar UK tomorrow (Fri 6th December) at 3pm UK time
Be good to see you there! Is anyone around? Checking who’s aware of/up for it!
Also, please share!
Probably chat about making a show about bipolar/psychosis, Bipolar UK Mood Tracker app & Advance Choice Docs.
Be good to see you there! Is anyone around? Checking who’s aware of/up for it!
Also, please share!
Probably chat about making a show about bipolar/psychosis, Bipolar UK Mood Tracker app & Advance Choice Docs.
December 5, 2024 at 6:15 PM
I’m doing Instagram live with Bipolar UK tomorrow (Fri 6th December) at 3pm UK time
Be good to see you there! Is anyone around? Checking who’s aware of/up for it!
Also, please share!
Probably chat about making a show about bipolar/psychosis, Bipolar UK Mood Tracker app & Advance Choice Docs.
Be good to see you there! Is anyone around? Checking who’s aware of/up for it!
Also, please share!
Probably chat about making a show about bipolar/psychosis, Bipolar UK Mood Tracker app & Advance Choice Docs.
Why I’m glad I stayed. And why you should
CW: unaliving
I didn’t think I’d make it to 25. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 19, it felt like my life was over. But I’m so glad I stayed
#mentalhealth X What are your reasons for staying?
Full post ⬇️ instagram.com/p/DDJuuzJo1u2/…
CW: unaliving
I didn’t think I’d make it to 25. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 19, it felt like my life was over. But I’m so glad I stayed
#mentalhealth X What are your reasons for staying?
Full post ⬇️ instagram.com/p/DDJuuzJo1u2/…
December 4, 2024 at 10:31 AM
Why I’m glad I stayed. And why you should
CW: unaliving
I didn’t think I’d make it to 25. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 19, it felt like my life was over. But I’m so glad I stayed
#mentalhealth X What are your reasons for staying?
Full post ⬇️ instagram.com/p/DDJuuzJo1u2/…
CW: unaliving
I didn’t think I’d make it to 25. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 19, it felt like my life was over. But I’m so glad I stayed
#mentalhealth X What are your reasons for staying?
Full post ⬇️ instagram.com/p/DDJuuzJo1u2/…
December 3, 2024 at 10:29 AM
@skynewsrss.bsky.social Stop telling people not to get r@ped and instead, tell people not to r@pe! #drinkspiking
December 2, 2024 at 9:45 PM
@skynewsrss.bsky.social Stop telling people not to get r@ped and instead, tell people not to r@pe! #drinkspiking
My #neurodivergent brain did not come with an instruction manual
I though it was defective. It would spark and flash and sometimes, crash. But…
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDB8jBbIKj...
I though it was defective. It would spark and flash and sometimes, crash. But…
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDB8jBbIKj...
December 1, 2024 at 9:34 AM
My #neurodivergent brain did not come with an instruction manual
I though it was defective. It would spark and flash and sometimes, crash. But…
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDB8jBbIKj...
I though it was defective. It would spark and flash and sometimes, crash. But…
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DDB8jBbIKj...
Ending up as a #mentalhealth patient in the sort of group I used to lead has been a big fear of mine.
This week, that fear was realised. Who else is facing something tricky this week?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DC6S4HPoHY...
This week, that fear was realised. Who else is facing something tricky this week?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DC6S4HPoHY...
November 28, 2024 at 10:13 AM
Ending up as a #mentalhealth patient in the sort of group I used to lead has been a big fear of mine.
This week, that fear was realised. Who else is facing something tricky this week?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DC6S4HPoHY...
This week, that fear was realised. Who else is facing something tricky this week?
Full post: www.instagram.com/p/DC6S4HPoHY...
Who am I? I’m not just a psych patient, I’m a theatre-maker . Who are you?
Artists with challenges
Those living with mental illness
#Neurodivergent creatives
Introduce yourself in comments: I’d love to meet you!
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Artists with challenges
Those living with mental illness
#Neurodivergent creatives
Introduce yourself in comments: I’d love to meet you!
Full Post : www.instagram.com/p/DC3q9LIIhm...
November 27, 2024 at 10:13 AM
Who am I? I’m not just a psych patient, I’m a theatre-maker . Who are you?
Artists with challenges
Those living with mental illness
#Neurodivergent creatives
Introduce yourself in comments: I’d love to meet you!
Full Post : www.instagram.com/p/DC3q9LIIhm...
Artists with challenges
Those living with mental illness
#Neurodivergent creatives
Introduce yourself in comments: I’d love to meet you!
Full Post : www.instagram.com/p/DC3q9LIIhm...
Stopping meds? #mentalhealth folk :what’s YOUR experience?
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November 24, 2024 at 12:10 PM
Stopping meds? #mentalhealth folk :what’s YOUR experience?
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#mentalillness admin - what’s your experience?
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November 19, 2024 at 10:39 AM
#mentalillness admin - what’s your experience?
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Where are my fellow mentally ill & neurodivergent theatre-makers at? I’m looking for you! Please say hi 😊
November 18, 2024 at 10:31 PM
Where are my fellow mentally ill & neurodivergent theatre-makers at? I’m looking for you! Please say hi 😊
Throwback to my play, Femme Fatale which pitted Valerie Solanas, the woman who shot Andy Warhol, against his muse, Nico from The Velvet Underground in a battle to the death! #theatre
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November 18, 2024 at 4:29 PM
Throwback to my play, Femme Fatale which pitted Valerie Solanas, the woman who shot Andy Warhol, against his muse, Nico from The Velvet Underground in a battle to the death! #theatre
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