For me, I hate taking meds because it is a daily reminder of how screwed up I can be but, I'm doing well of meds for now. I have more energy and can feel happy without a nagging sensation like, I'm not really happy just doped up.

Of course, if you're doing terrible off meds, that itself is a daily reminder...perhaps in your case it is more rational to take meds.

And who knows, you may be able to go without one day.

Bipolar does not necessarily mean medication always for the rest of your life.