I'm quite a bit older than you and have experienced many relationships. My illness always seems to get in the way. At the time I didn't have the awareness or interest in my symptoms.

Today, I've begun a relationship. I haven't dated in well longer than you've been born. I'm more educated and aware of my bipolar symptoms. I have found that I have to fight with my mind on a constant basis. If my mind could take over, I would sabotage something that potentially is going to be the best thing that could have ever happened to me.

Just remember...your mind is not your friend. Always listen to your gut and try and keep the brain out of it as much as possible. With all of my experience, I've learned that my mind will try and trip me up anyway it can.

It really is a BP thing.

Hope that was helpful