This article came out recently in the New Jersey Jewish Standard, and I think it is absolutely right on the money. It's called, unabashedly, "I Have Bipolar Disorder." Take a look. http://jstandard.com/content/item/i_have_bipolar_disorder
Another easier-said-than-done tip to help avoid those conflicts that never really needed to happen. To make it easier to do, too - start practicing now.