I've had my fair share of relationship problems as well. when i'm depressed its "you wont let me love you" or "nothing i do can make you happy", or after a bout or 2 of mania they're just right out the door. They all knew i had BP but i feel like those w/o it will have a very difficult time understanding and / or wanting to deal with it long term..

I've recently considered the benefits of being in a relationship with someone else like me. I could see that going extraordinarily well, as both parties would be able to relate to the swings, be able to help each other keep on top of meds, therapy, and routine, and know what how to better handle the situation when one party is in the depths of an episode... The other side of that coin is the relationship would be a total catastrophe.

..And I'm actually in a bit of a sticky situations with potentially starting one right now.