I'm tuned in to the feelings of others too. I too believe it's from my upbringing and stems from reasons similar to what you've stated. I'm not very good at deciphering my own moods and issues. I guess I'm too close to the source or something. my mental illness probably doesn't help matters.

I'm sorry you are struggling and your doctors can't figure things out. How long have you been seeing these doctors? When were you diagnosed with bipolar?