I’m recently recovering from a severe manic episode which lead to some embarrassment and financial issues. I’ve been dealing with the ups and downs of bipolar1 for nearly 20 years. I was asked today by a friend if I could take a magic pill and have no more bipolar would I take it? I actually couldn’t answer because in some ways it’s part of me and otherwise I’m scared to feel any other way. This isn’t meant as flippant but how many of us would actually have this illness taken away for ever if we could? It’s a difficult one for me to answer so wondered what you all thought? Just to note, I’ve had my meds tweaked and starting to feel more level.