I faced my fear and went to Burning Man this year. I knew it would be full of triggers, but I have wanted to go for some time and I have been feeling pretty bored with my life. I figured I could use a distraction. I am not currently on medication, so that was a worry. Surprise: I was able to get enough sleep (didn't even need earplugs), I stayed sober, I didn't end up in a fetal position crying "make the trance music stop!" I had a lot of help from my boyfriend, who never let me out of his sight. It was really empowering to be able to travel, experience a time change, not be adversely affected by the jet lag, and maintain my equilibrium in a very stimulating environment. In other words, I did not get manic. Hooray! This may be because I have been depressed lately, but I have gotten good at handling triggers and staying stable.