Do Others Feel Bipolar Episodes Coming On?

The past 3 times I did not notice but now I’m hyper vigilant about everything that resembles a symptom. I realized a couple of days ago that I’m even scared of being “quirky” since that could be mania peeking through. It’s like I’m scrubbed off all personality and potential for spontaneity and that sucks

I can always feel episodes coming on. I think it really depends on the person and how self aware they are.

i feel like through the years i've definitely been able to notice the warning signs of an oncoming depressive episode but less so the manic ones (probably because the mania kinda feels good and fun at first until it of course ends up not being so)

I'm usually aware of my mood swings. I know exactly what you mean about knowing what's happening but powerless to stop it. I've gotten myself into some bad situations and watch myself do it but can't manage to stop. It's gotten better over the years though. I'm better at knowing the warning signs and stay out of places I might get in trouble 😵‍💫

Its hit or miss with me but usually I dont notice it starting