Renner thats awesome that you can stop yourself from doing reckless things especially being new to being manic. It can be hard to stop because of feeling so good that it dont feel wrong but you got a handle on it. I was not so smart as you in the beginning. I went out and charged up credit cards and did crazy impulsive things. I had no idea what mania meant though, didnt even know I was sick I thought I was just freaking great. So Kudos to you for knowing something was up. I finally recongnize now when things start getting a little to good and I start wanting to spend money or start feeling attracted to everyone or thinking I can do anything I know something is up. I still try to enjoy it a bit but without hurting the bank account or the people I love. I try to think instead of being so impulsive, doesnt always work but doesnt hurt to try.