I haven't been feeling well for a while. Digestive distress and energy issues. My mood and eating have perhaps been major contributing factors. I called my psychiatrist and told him I'd like to lower my Seroquel XR a little bit before I see him next week. I'll just reduce it by 50 mg. He always wants me to let him know about any changes I want to make on my own so that he has the chance to follow up, if necessary, or even veto my idea. I think he'll allow this since it's a small change and I'm definitely not hypomanic or manic. He'd be able to tell even from my message. I'll see if he calls back.

I was sad to learn today that Alex Trebek of Jeopardy has stage 4 pancreatic cancer. That's pretty dire. We watch Jeopardy every weeknight, and have for years. He's determined to fight it. I really wish him well. It will be tough to watch his struggle since he plans to work as much as he can.

Update: My dear psychiatrist already called back approving my plan. He's the greatest!