I never know my (hypo)mania until I come down. I go on months of doing what I want, buying what I want and then I come down and look back. Sometimes (a lot of times) I have some regrets (most specifically about sexual things) but for the most part I am ok with it.

The thing is, I used to get manic and buy expensive things. A TV here, a car there, a season ticket package for a sports team, etc. Somehow, I've learned to be impulsive with smaller items that satisfy the urge. So I still have more shoes than any man on this earth should own, but getting manic and buying clothes is a lot better than what I used to do where I'd buy a TV or something.

I've also found that my impulsive side can be satisfied with the clearance rack. I can get a ton of stuff for cheap and damn if that doesn't feel good. So I am still impulsive, but I am able to make it a bit cheaper in my adult life.