I have not been stable for any real period of time in the last 4 years- a lot of med roulette, and everytime it seems as though I am on an even keel, I either go manic or into a depressed episode- I am a rapid cycler.
In the most recent period of time, I seem to cycle through moderate to severe depression and hypomania. On average I have 1-2 major manic episodes a year, but other than that, it tends to be hypomania for my ups. I also LOVE hypomania, because of the energy and creativity... my depression is ongoing, but I tend to sink way down a couple of times a year.
Right now I am experiencing hope of stability. My med regime seems to working for me, and for the first time in a long time, I am feeling good without being manic.