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Originally Posted by WWWP
But I think what you're missing is that it's the depression that's actually the chemical illusion. And tbh all active personal change is meaningful. Finding a way to live with bipolar is not about trying to eliminate the ups and downs, the medications are meant for dulling those extremes, it's about figuring out how to set yourself up for success and expecting the mood fluctuations. It's possible to use it to your advantage, but it takes a lot of work and honesty with yourself.
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Yeah totally. I'm not saying that the depressive lows are what you should strive for, but the highs can be destructive in many ways if you're trying to build your life around when they excite you.