A really interesting thread.
I'm lucky my meds work and don't give me too bad side effects, but I often wonder what would happen if I went off my meds. Am I stable because of them or because of lifestyle changes? Are my coping strategies getting better? Do I really still need to be on meds?
I am intrigued by the article about people growing out of bp I was under the impression that it got worse with age...
Back to the OP... The best things (other than meds) that have helped me have been regular exercise- daily if possible and a good sleeping pattern. I have also changed the way that I think about myself to a much healthier view point with good therapy.