Any change to what we perceive as our normal routine can set off alarms that alert the bipolar demons. They race to our side and dig in, hoping to catch us at a weak moment. But finding a workable routine isn't easy either.

Trial and error is the best option. Keep a journal of the positives and negatives. Keep in mind that a negative can become a positive with some minor tweaking. Think of a puzzle. You fit the pieces together until you have a complete picture. You might try a puzzle piece several places before you find the right spot. We do the same thing when looking for solutions to help us control the bipolar. In the end, we have a full picture that makes us smile.