Oh, yeah. I've generally figured out how to pace myself. Occasionally might forget a bit and overextend, but it's mostly "okay".

Actually came across spoon theory years ago, before all this, and found it useful to explain other things (mainly sensory overload).

Oh, and don't worry! I didn't think you were saying that at all. Lol, like I said, you got the "fun" one.

I just sometimes like to get that euphoria thing out of the way because it's something that even people with bipolar might not realize.

For a long time I was very "iffy" about my diagnosis because "how can I be hypomanic if I'm not feeling happy" was an all too common question that made me doubt things until my therapist really shone a light on the whole sitch.

Anyway, I appreciate the good words and advice! I hope you've found medication now that works for you, and while I know it's not within your control, I hope you manage to enjoy the bits of energy your body is capable of mustering up.