How do I get someone to date me if I'm bipolar?

[L_Lawliet17]

People keep telling me to wait until I'm in a good position to date, but wtf does that look like when you're bipolar? If I'm up, people will only like that side of me and then be disappointed once I come down. If I'm down when we meet, then there's no chance they'll want me. I'm on meds, I'm going to therapy, I'm doing everything I can to better myself, but bipolar isn't something that just goes away, and people get impatient having to deal with it. I feel like no one will ever love me, at this point.

[Zack-Bann]

You need someone from a more tolerant and modern community.
It’s the same with every condition that someone can have
dating becomes harder and it’s unfortunate


But people still find partners despite that and you can too


You just need to be honest and upfront
Let him know that it’s not like Jekyll and Hyde
You simply have to deal with the condition via meds


And if he falls for you it won’t matter

[Kaneki05]

There is plenty of us who have mental health issues of our own or understand them. And no don't wait, I mean unless if you want to. But you are right that don't just disappear, and I would suggest not to wait.
Surely someone will love you, and you clearly have good taste cause L.

[Agape93]

It sucks but you need to find someone more neurodivergent, because we understand mental health issues and what it's like to not be understood. Think people with cluster b disorders, or autistic (specifically aspergers)

[itsannalee]

Agreed with people, just wait until you feel better with your disorder. Don’t make someone to get PTSD because of your disorder. I dated someone with bipolar before and I don’t feel that i deserve it.

[ohsheeT]

I think your a good person and it sound like you try hard I think you will win. I think if someone takes the time to really get to know the true you it will happen

[melnc]

Before chasing love, focus on building deep friendships, and self worth. Those are more stable, grounding, and healing than any relationship. Love will come... but start with people who truly see you first. You need a trustworthy friend ⚽

[Ironic_Method]

People want those highs, but can't deal with the lows. It's tough for both people involved.

You'll need someone who is very patient and you will need to notice when you're being manic and be as level headed as possible.

[Jennz6]

I’m not a doctor but if you’re bipolar you should have medicine

[Agape93]

She's taking medication

[Jennz6]

@Agape93 good

[Pterodon]

TAKE YOUR MEDS NO MATTER WHAT EVEN IF THEY DO MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE A ZOMBIE

[Jeff51]

Anytime is ok. You can ask too. It doesn't have to be the guys

[jahaims]

By being desirable.