One of the reasons I haven't taken psychotropic meds is about the same as that first quote from Patti. Someone I know who takes antidepressants told me that it didn't change anything. The same things still bothered her, she just didn't care as much. My reaction is much the same as yours. I dissociate enough without meds to separate me from my feelings even more. I guess it might be necessary for someone who is overwhelmed by their feelings and can't distance themselves enough from them.

I agree with you that I believe there is wisdom and truth in all belief systems. There is something that we can learn from everyone.