going on my first date in years today!

i've been really worried that i could never get into a relationship because of this illness. im doing a bit better than i have been recently, got into therapy, haven't missed my meds in a few weeks, and i think im ready to start trying. i'm trying not to get my hopes up and take everything super slow, i really want to be patient with whatever happens. i've had a few 2-3 week rollercoasters of relationships when i've been manic so im doing everything in my power to prevent that.

does anyone have any advice for dating with bipolar or sustaining a relationship with bipolar? any tips or things i should know would be so helpful!

thanks!!