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Originally Posted by bioChE
That's part of the definition of hypomania, at least as it was described to me by one psychiatrist. The hypo state can be characterized by doing very well in one or two areas of life, while leaving the others to go badly.
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This is true for some; however, others sometimes find ways to make it work well.
I have seen people learn to harness/direct the unipolar hypomanic energy, learn to manage all aspects of their lives (esp as they age) and do extremely well in all areas of life. There are many examples of this in my family.
As my uncle has aged, he became a very successful real estate broker (owns and operates the business), and is a commercial building contractor, owns/manages a successful plumbing and heating business, he owns/manages 85 rental units, he has a successful marriage, wins awards for the antique cars and hot rods he restores, and just cut his 3rd CD as a singer/musician. And more.
He works with a personal trainer.
Nothing in his life is neglected or subpar, or problematic.
He's a very intelligent man. He has figured out how to make it all work, in partnering with his wife.
WC