Hypomania

Hey @redhead that's big news. Does it feel better to know this? Am I right that you suspected this could be the case? I think it's important to remember that managing mania can take time, so well done on reaching out already for tips and strategies on controlling the energy.

The mates over at Sane Australia have an awesome article on this. There's so so so much in this piece, I can't recommend it enough.

One snippet I have pulled out for you, hope it helps - 

A self-care tool can be anything that helps you feel healthy and relaxed. Try to:

• Limit activities and tasks – If you can’t scale back, focus on the most important activities. Avoid spending more than six hours being active each day. Spend the rest of the time relaxing.
• Don’t exhaust yourself – Trying to tire yourself through exercise or stimulating activities doesn’t reduce energy, it increases it, feeding your mania.
• Avoid stimulating surroundings – Such as crowded parties, clubs and bars, malls, energising places, playing fast music and watching stimulating movies.
• Avoid stimulating foods and beverages - Avoid caffeine, soft drink, energy drinks and any vitamins or over-the-counter medication with caffeine.
• Avoid drugs and alcohol.
• Aim for at least 6 hours of sleep per night - If you have difficulty falling asleep try some of the SANE suggestions for good sleep hygiene.
• Try calming activities - Take a walk, yoga, breathe deeply, listen to relaxing music, talk to a calming friend, or have a quiet bath.