Hi, sorry this is my first time posting here, just discovered this thread.

I'm living with my partner who is bipolar and was wondering was tips you could give me to be supportive? I was aware of his condition when we started dating but this is the first time since we've been together that an episode is happening (down episode - sorry, not familiar with the right terms yet and not my monthertongue).
He is very much able to understand that something is happening at the moment and tries his best to analyse the situation though he's warned me that he can't really trust his thoughts at the moment.
At the moment, my strategy is pretty much listening to him and being physically close to him with hugs and kisses which he says are helping especially when we're in bed, and taking care of everyday tasks as much as I can (errands, laundry, cleaning etc).
I just really wish he could get rid of that guilt he has, he feels sorry for me, when in reality, even if it's hard, I'm doing okay at the moment and not being here for him 100% is not an option at all. He is the priority at the moment.

I'm asking, what else could I do to make him feel better? I'm aware I can't do miracles but I want to do my best for him. Thank you for reading this, stay safe!