As someone with bipolar as main diagnosis and other past, maybe present diagnosis, and also having some friends, relatives with some similar issues, the chill and lowered expectations factors are essential. Plus, in sixty years of living, I've learned it's a manageable, for most, illlness, just like diabetes, hypertension, etc., and like a lot of life, it's work, serious work, to make improvements. So, just hang in there, take care of yourself, don't overly expect, enjoy the small stuff, etc. The more realistically positive you can engage in, the better. I wish you peace, tranquility, strength, etc, as I know it's not easy. But i see it's not easy for others too. The best!