I think often people are over or under medicated and they do forget the " real " them...lots of Pdocs think a patient is better a bit on the low side as opposed to a good balance..

I also have trouble with people that blame every emotion they feel on " Bipolar" We can all have a full range of emotions and it have nothing to do with Bipolar!

I'm glad you are making changes in your life to help your physical health while enjoying bipolar mood stability