Hi there. I'm type 1, and my first manic episode flat out ruined my life a couple of years ago. It's been a long climb through depression back but I'm finally in a place that feels stable again.

I got good work news this week (in fact a lot of it!) and started getting excited for the first time in a while. And I've just noticed, in the past couple of days, that I'm on social media more, am craving shopping (not something I usually do), and am talking and typing a bit fast. Even right now.

So, I just called my psychiatrist and left a message. I'd really really like a manic episode not to derail my new job, and this would only be my second one if it is indeed one. So...is it possible to head this off at the pass? Anyone have experience with having a second episode?