

ABOUT RJ ERMIDA
Meet the Author: A Story of Success and Inspiration
Hi there, my name is RJ Ermida and I am a 50 year old Canadian woman born in the spring of 1975 in a northern Ontario town. However, I have lived most of my life between Canada and Europe.
I had everything and have been 30 days from being homeless. In my 20s, I was diagnosed as Bipolar, as well as having an adjustment disorder, generalized anxiety, agoraphobia, panic attacks, among other mental health issues.
ABOUT THE BOOK
A True Life Story
The Making of a Bipolar Success" is a compelling real-life story of bipolar disorder, shedding light on the highs, lows, and triumphs of living with bipolar disorder. Through exposing my personal positive and negative experiences, I hope to help you see that you too can achieve your version of success despite the challenges that life and mental health issues you face. This book is more than a memoir—It is an example of being able to thrive as a bipolar and attempts to break the stigma surrounding a Mental Health diagnosis.

TESTIMONIALS
What Our Readers Say
This book isn’t just a story — it’s a lifeline. Through raw honesty and unfiltered truth, RJ Ermida brings hope, courage, and strength to anyone navigating mental health challenges. Here’s what readers have shared:
Food Banks Canada Fundraising
RJ Ermida is aware of the struggles food banks worldwide are currently facing amidst these challenging economic times. She likes to encourage everyone to help their local food bank, wherever they may live.
Since she lives in Canada, she is partnering with Food Banks Canada so the resources are sent to the areas in Canada where they are needed the most. Therefore, she is giving $0.75 per ebook sold and $1.50 for each paperback sold. Her goal is to donate at least $1000 every 90 days.
Accrued so far $1.50 out of $1000
90 day countdown starting on August 18, 2025
If you want to donate directly to Food Banks Canada, please click below

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Get In Touch With RJ
Do you have a mental health success or horror story? RJ wants to hear from you. Please send your story by completing our contact form or send an email to info@themakingofabipolarsuccess.com, and provide an alias or nickname to ensure your privacy. Let’s help each other by sharing our experiences! Disclaimer: if you are in trouble or need help, please contact your nearest emergency department, your doctor or a crisis helpline in your area. This is not a crisis website and we do not provide such assistance.
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Toronto Ontario - Canada