M1ster_MeeSeeks

I can answer that (3 severe psychotic breaks now).

Take it slow. Seriously. This isn't like a wound that heals in a few weeks. The chemicals in your brain became overloaded, now they're likely to go the opposite direction. I have bipolar disorder so it might be different, but you may end up experiencing some serious depression as that is very common after a break. It can last months sometimes.

Your brain is likely more fragile now than it ever was before, and it won't fully be back to how strong it was before your break. That's ok. Just pay closer attention to the "triggers" that push you toward symptoms you shouldn't normally be having. Coffee, drugs, alcohol, lack of sleep, etc. I'm not saying avoid entirely, I'm saying monitor yourself closer now. You are more responsible for your brain and you have to take care of it.

Don't tell people who don't need to know. People are fucking ignorant when it comes to this area. Tell your close friends and family. As much as you may want to tell others, don't. I've made that mistake enough to know otherwise now.

Find some subs on reddit to interact with when you get a diagnosis. Lot of people on here who are very supportive. The app Stigma is great, I know the person who started it, it's a nice journaling + penpal tool to get some support if you need it.

Best of luck. Seriously. Stay strong. You'll manage this okay. But it's not going to be easy.

How deeply has this impacted your life? I can't imagine it has been easy, but how has it bled over into your relationships with people, mental health, ability to work, and general outlook on life?

Do you live in fear of this becoming a larger issue?

Have you fully come to terms with it?

Are there advantages to living with this disorder?