I don't plan on stopping meds anytime soon but I think the key to being med free would be to no the ins and outs of your bipolar situation to a t and to be as healthy as possible (diet, exercise, regular social encounters, etc.) Essentially, I think it's entirely dependent on the individual.

Some may be able to coexist with their symptoms med free just fine while others should avoid the idea entirely. Bipolar disorder is a neurobiological illness. This is a fact. As such, everyone deals with a different severity of the illness.

Don't get me wrong, I am for those living without meds as long as they are extremely cautious but I don't think it's a concept that should be entertained lightly. It just isn't the right solution for a lot of people with this illness. This is just my 2 cents.