So. I have bipolar 1 with psychotic symptoms. And I often times struggle with staying stable.

I’ve not been manic in over a year, but I have had a lot of psychosis episodes in this past year.

Anyway - for those who have witnessed bipolar 1, and do not have it themselves. How would you describe if?

Like. I’m realising it’s so hard for me to have empathy for my family who are all terrified of me and my episodes.

So can you explain in detail what it looks like? To sit and be with, or watch, your friend or family member be manic or suicidal of psychotic?

Maybe if I can better understand how they view me, I won’t feel as sad and angry at them.