In answer to these questions, No and No.

I quit my meds 3months ago, and bipolar is N0T a blip, and normal is a fairytale...
Only you know if your meds are beneficial to you. I refuse to believe in 'meds for life' but who knows what the future holds... Maybe you can discuss trying a different treatment approach? Lower dosages coupled with ongoing therapy and some lifestyle changes? Idk, I don't have the answers, I just don't want you convincing yourself you'll be ok when the evidence shows otherwise... Please be careful and Goodluck