First off, knowing what going on with yourself is half the battle. Being accountable for your actions even during an episode is important. You cannot use the excuse that you are bipolar. It won't matter. When I hurt my husbands feelings, and I do way more often than I'd like to, I try to own up to the fact that I hurt his feelings. I did. Not my bipolar. Second, you need to find someone who accepts you and is willing to work WITH you to make a life together work. I wouldn't open the door with "hi, I'm bipolar!". Just do the dating thing and should you have an episode during the initial period, simply tell him that hey, there is something you need to discuss. If he runs, he wasn't for you anyway.

And before you start looking for a man, make sure you are 100% right with yourself. You can't love someone if you can't love yourself. *(don't confuse this with liking yourself...I dislike myself a lot....but I still accept me)

Good luck.

Trust me. There is someone out there who will love you for you. Warts and all.