I have a difference between Hypomania and full on mania. Hypomania made me very successful in my Marketing career. I felt like I could do anything and was "always on"! Mania is a different story....it's BAD! Mine manifests in binge drinking and I have been arrested for it. I also had other reckless behavior that I won't go into detail. I'm not really into the shopping thing, but my mother was back in the day. That was her manic outlet. I have so many regrets and when I think about it all, I WANT TO VOMIT! It's very hard for me to think about.