Hi!

I have zero experience with BPI, so my response will be very limited.
From what I do understand about BPI, I'd think it would be very difficult to have a decent life without helpful meds. (I don't think the meds you'd tried were most helpful to you.) At the same time, you are already getting responses from some people not using meds; I take them at their word. Please do keep in mind the real individual differences we cannot avoid.
I hope you get some more responses and you find them helpful.
I want to welcome you to PC and to the Bipolar Forum!
I hope you find the support and the information you may be seeking!
Please do make yourself at home! I hope to see you around the forums!

WC