I can't function when I have awful depressions or manias. I also hate not being able to sleep. but it's hypomania I hate the most. it tricks me into thinking that this is my normal self...that I am super woman and can accomplish everything I want and more. then I get either manic or depressed and I can't maintain this ideal image of myself. I've cycled though this so many times and hypomania always tricks me and I'm always disappointed when I realize it was just hypomania.

the thing I like the most about bipolar is that there are medications that brilliant scientists created to treat it, there are skilled therapists who know how to manage the behavioral side of bipolar, and forums like this one for extra support.

I've been in remission for 7 months now, for the first time ever, and it's from finding the right combination of medications and from adjusting my lifestyle. That's how I thought of my screen name... who knew?? It's a miracle.