Dorsey I wish I had some encouraging words, but I'm not bipolar either. I'm in AA too, and I always admire those who come back. At least they made it back!!!! I don't know what to recommend for the bipolar...are you on meds? Is there anyway to stabalize the manic episodes with meds to hang on to sobriety? Wish I knew how to help....I don't know much about bipolar.