Yes.

And as much as bipolar is terrible, it can be hidden pretty well. It can be managed. It is not leprosy.

As much as it ****ing hurts at times, being bipolar in first world country is not the worst thing that can happen to a human. It is a livable condition, as much as it often does not feel like it at times.

I don't think it is just MI (I don't consider it illness... scar on soul? Real extreme quirk? Maybe.........). It is different religion, different lifestyle... our society here in west is not as tolerant as we like to claim we are. Europe is still ****ing racist and prejudiced. If you stand out, you are gonna get it. Hard.

For my bipolar is just a component of me "differentness", so to be honest, I don't know what is the most problematic aspect. My politics, sexuality, spirituality and general stance of life... it is already extreme. Add extremities of emotions and sometimes reactions to life... yeah, good luck living with that.

I try not to be too bitter with the world though. I am not even into campaigning about how am I not different... because to be honest, I am different....