[newtothis31]

Didn't take my medicine last week. I misplaced it and didn't make a serious effort to look for it. Was still able to get about 6-7 hours a sleep, and got into a very hypomanic state. I really enjoyed it- felt like I could do anything- the house was extremely clean, felt very open-minded & talkative, and felt extremely attractive to the world. At the same time- I couldn't stay focused, and my mind was just racing.

So on Saturday- I recognized that the crash was coming. Found my medicine (funny how it took less than five minutes when I resolved to find it). I've started taking it again but I know it's going to take a while to fully kick in. Any tips on a graceful crash? I've been going to bed a bit earlier, fessed up to a few friends about not taking medicine, and I'm trying to slow down my mind by only letting myself focus on one thing at once.

My ex moved out of town- doesn't want anything to do with our daughter. I'm in the process of taking him to court. He hasn't seen my daughter in a month, and the full-time single parenting is exhausting. I know that this is making me a bit more prone to cycling, although up until last week- I was doing really well.

[~Christina]

Just take meds as prescribed and increase your self care. Follow a strict schedule, Up at X bed at X ,eat healthy, exercise, good sleep hygiene. Don't take naps, get up in the morning make your bed and stay out of it until bedtime.

Basically do the opposite of what you want to do. Kick claw and fight it might save you a rough landing.

Good luck on your legal issues with your daughters father

[newtothis31]

Thanks! I've been keeping a close eye on sleep- starting to feel much better. Thank goodness.