absolutely. My quality of life is so much better while I'm on meds than if I weren't. I know that. I accept that. And, I deal with that. I don't let taking meds become the center of my life. And, I don't go blurting out to every tom, dick, and harry that I'm bipolar and must be treated "carefully". Hardly anyone knows. Not because I'm ashamed, but because I don't want to be treated differently than everyone else. I realize there is a stigma with mental illness. I don't want to get caught up in it. I feel like I'm just like anyone else and want to be treated as such.

I share with my friends here because I feel like I can help someone with my experiences and knowledge. And, I feel comfortable enough to know that you won't be biased and apply stereotypes to me or my illness.