Bipolar does take an immense toll on our relationships. Our minds do deceive us sometimes, don't they? Have you talked to your pdoc about lowering your meds any? I would be very careful considering not taking them. I know there are days I just want to throw mine out the window. But I can't or I risk losing it all again. And I wouldn't survive it a second time.
But my mind seems to think it's a good idea at the time....