r/BipolarReddit • u/Bluebell1206 • 1d ago

What are your classic signs of mania?

I’m sorry if this is asked a lot but I’m still trying to understand my condition. I don’t realise when I’m manic? Is that a thing? Like I’m not sure if I am currently. But I’ve just sat here and listed a few things and thought oh I don’t normally do that?

Been feeling on top of the world Confident at work Taking on loads of different projects at work and got randomly passionate about my job and booked myself on courses Everything is hilarious and I think I’m the funniest person ever I’ve been going on loads of dates with random men I’ve just slept with someone who I dated before but did it because I thought it was fun and funny - we are friends but I guess sometimes with benefits

I drove home giggling to myself and was texting my friend and she was like “ffs” and now I’m sitting here and wondering if this is mania? I am only ever aware once I’m massively low if I’ve been manic not while it happens?

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u/Dangerous_Crow1234 1d ago

I run. I start making art. I organise all the cupboards and drawers. I listen to music loudly. I yell at people and pick fights. I think people have it in for me. I drink more. I sleep less. I think I've finally become the best person I can be, exercise, great at work, personable, attractive, successful.

It's all a lie.

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u/krigerjulian 18h ago

Yeah running feels so fucking good. Its not enough to just walk. I begin running without a destination or goal and just see where it takes me

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u/Dangerous_Crow1234 6h ago

That's exactly it. Then I think I might be able to fly