I am finally on the right combination of meds in the right doses, and I'm fine---plenty of energy without the fever of mania, mellow mood, not too hot or too cold---without being a zombie. It took 2 years and countless trials to get to this place, and yes I'm on four meds full-time and two PRNs. But I've found a balance with this combination, so it IS possible. Try not to be discouraged---it's hell when you're going through the lab-rat experience, but it does get better for most of us. Hang in there!