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Aug 12, 2022, 03:08 PM
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Member Since: Jul 2019
Location: Downtown Vibes, California
Posts: 15,701
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So yesterday late afternoon med due called to ask how I was doing. ??? He reminded me that he can't increase the lithium until he gets the lab result. I told him that yeah, I got that already. I suppose he felt bad, was concerned, whatever, but I admit that I was a bit sharp with him. The last thing I need is another mental health provider to take care of. I'm learning, finally, that their feelings are their own and not for me to handle with kid gloves.
I asked him if he decided to raise the lithium dose (I'm sure he will) can we do so over the phone instead of me coming in AGAIN? He said, Oh, uhh, why, is it hard for you to come in? I was a bit snappy, yes. I told him that I have other medical appointments on Monday and Tuesday, and that, well, I have a life to live, ya know how it is....
So he said he'd "make an exception" and talk with me by phone so I don't have to come in. I was in a few days ago! Do I really have to sit right there in his office, just for him to tell me he's raising the dose? Seems more than absurd. If he hadn't seen me for weeks, sure - but a few days ago? Why?
Are these people aware of the gas prices in this state right now? Every time I turn my car on and run the a/c it costs $. Do I really have to spell it out for them? Apparently, I do. Nice to live a life of privilege. Speaking of which, Anne Heche just died. Gee, maybe not a good idea to drive at an excessive speed while all coked up. 
I feel sorry for the woman whose house burned down when Heche slammed into it. I mean, that seriously sucks big time.
I'm sorry, I'm all bitter and shyte. I'm going to turn on the a/c and (literally) chill out. Then I'll be skating for some hours - following a cool shower. And re-reading one of the most profound novels ever written, East of Eden. But I won't attempt all three at once. Or perhaps I will. 
I'll most likely be back tonight.
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