I think it does depends on why I am and who I am faking it for.
I want my family to have a nice time on our visits and it occurs to me that with Easter tomorrow I should make a real effort to be appropriate and pleasant. Hmmmm getting hypo manic.
Being in denial about how I was feeling and faking myself out was a a dangerous place for me.
I am glad you were able to get out of denial. Ignoring symptoms can really be dangerous for you too.