Bipolar disorder can present a variety of everyday struggles for individuals. Here are some common challenges they might face:

Mood Swings: Rapid and extreme changes in mood, from manic highs to depressive lows, can be difficult to manage and predict.
Energy Levels: During manic phases, individuals may have excessive energy and find it hard to sleep or relax. Conversely, during depressive phases, they may feel extremely fatigued and lack motivation.
Sleep Issues: Irregular sleep patterns are common, with insomnia during manic episodes and excessive sleeping during depressive episodes.
Concentration Problems: Both mania and depression can affect concentration and decision-making abilities.
Social Relationships: Mood swings can strain relationships with family, friends, and colleagues due to unpredictable behavior or emotional outbursts.
Work/School Performance: Maintaining consistent performance at work or school can be challenging due to fluctuating moods and energy levels.
Medication Management: Finding the right medication regimen often involves trial-and-error, which can be frustrating; side effects from medications also pose additional challenges.
Financial Stability: Impulsive spending during manic episodes or inability to work during depressive periods can lead to financial difficulties.
Self-Esteem Issues: The stigma associated with mental illness might affect self-esteem and self-worth.
Routine Maintenance: Keeping up with daily routines like personal hygiene, household chores, or meal preparation may become overwhelming at times.
Health Risks: There is an increased risk of substance abuse as some individuals might turn to drugs or alcohol as a way of coping with their symptoms.
Suicidal Thoughts:** During severe depressive episodes there is an increased risk of suicidal thoughts which requires immediate attention from healthcare professionals.

Support from healthcare providers (like therapists), medication management under the guidance of a psychiatrist, support groups for people living with bipolar disorder (and their families), along with understanding friends/family members play crucial roles in helping manage these everyday struggles effectively.