-If your meds seem to be working, make sure you stay consistent and take them on time, or you'll likely run into some trouble again

-Learn more about your condition, but also learn more about yourself, since you are separate from your diagnosis

-Coping strategies are very important to learn

-Try to find a support system, whether it be here or with others you can talk to (ie group therapy, if it is for you or just non-judgmental friends, family members, individual therapy, or mentors)

-Have a pdoc that you trust. If you cannot find someone you are comfortable with or need a second opinion, go ahead and do so. Remember to advocate for yourself, and you have the right to agree or disagree to different forms of treatment (such as med recommendations you aren't comfortable with due to the side effects, etc). Don't be afraid to ask questions.

-Take care of yourself and recognize your limitations. Try not to put pressure on yourself during the hard times so that you can stay hopeful

-Figure out how to not take on any additional stressors to avoid flare ups in symptoms or even episodes (ie making healthy relationship choices, staying away from negative influences the best you can)