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Old Sep 11, 2010, 12:19 PM
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Vjd: So sorry you aren't feeling good enough to do much of anything. I have a very understanding partner too and I couldn't help but feel guilty when he did all the cooking and cleaning. Actually, even though I'm in a better state he still does it. He says, "I'm not doing anything I wouldn't have to do just for myself." But I still feel bad and like I should contribute more. However, I'm still easily stressed out and overwhelmed. Getting used to my new brain chemistry and if I was again feeling how you described feeling, I wouldn't be able to even think about helping out. So don't worry about what you can't do right now. Talk to your husband about your feelings. I think if he knows how badly you want to help, but just can't at this time, he'll be sympathetic. It's going to take me baby steps to even be able to cook a meal again and my mood is great.

Don't be so hard on yourself (easier said than done) because it will only deepen your episode. Big hugs.
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