I think Direction's post is ironic, which makes me laugh. The 'system' constantly tells us that the only way we can get better is with medication and therapy. That there is a medicine imbalance. I don't feel like there is a ton of empowerment. I feel like a lot of therapy/medication makes you over analyze emotions/moods. That medication will 'heal' you and you're a different person because you're diagnosed bipolar. (Or any other mental illness) I'm not saying medicine is bad, I just dislike how fast psychiatrists and doctors give out prescriptions. (This doesn't only apply to mental health) I just remember that I meant to say patients get the mindset that they are the victim of their disease.

A lot of times minimum amounts of medication can be given if you're practicing good lifestyle habits. I know the days where I actually try to work on my welfare (eating right/working out etc.,) that my mood is naturally lifted. Also stuff like laughing yoga and joking about the illness makes it easier to deal with. (Laughing will help your immune system too)

Sorry, little ranty. I hope you get better and you're able to find the medicines that you need. (Plus continue therapy??)