I see my bi-polar son doing much the same as you BNL. It does seem to be a combination of trying to self-medicate (even tho he is on meds specific to BP) and possibly trying to feel that "up/hyper" mood. I suspect after years of being BP, he just feels uncomfortable at times because he isn't on the emotional roller-coaster now that he is on meds.

And, I like the 30 day challenge idea! In my situation, I'm thinking about challenging some of my family members to try it.