First off, my intention is not to glorify mania in any way. I'm still dealing with the consequences of the manic episode I had last summer. Manic symptoms have destroyed many of my relationships. I don't want to ever have a full-blown manic episode again.

That said, there were elements of my experience that were life-changing in a positive way. I will never forget the sense of oneness I felt. This was my first manic episode without any mixed symptoms. It was purely euphoric; I didn't experience any of the anger I usually do—instead, I felt boundless good will toward everyone around me. I didn't know it was possible for me to feel this way. I'm an atheist—I don't believe in anything outside the realm of science—but "spiritual" is the only word that properly describes this experience in my eyes. 

I'm sure this will be downvoted but I'm curious if others have had similar experiences. I know that the societal misconception that mania is simply a good time needs to be debunked, but I think there's also value in bringing nuance to these conversations.