...my bipolar gave me insights on how to relate with my students' daily struggles, helping them with their own issues, and avoiding self-harm.
However, this is a double-edged sword, and I must say, many of those claiming to suffer from bipolarism don't understand that such condition can lead you killing yourself in a fit of depression and self-pity.
So while it can be helpful in some cases, it can also be lethal. And daily struggles in keeping myself off from suicidal thoughts and smiling in front of class is difficult. But it can be achieved.