I can kind of relate. I was hospitalized at 20 but diagnosed with depression and not bipolar. Had 15 years with no major events and then it all blew up. Last September I was hospitalized and I've been working to get back to normal since. It takes time. Last night I hand washed dishes for the first time since I've been out (hubby was doing them) and I basically did a big happy dance. I was so excited.

I would say try not to focus on the hurdles, but celebrate the successes. Even small ones. Recovery takes time, but you'll get there and you're doing great.