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Jul 21, 2014, 02:52 PM
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In the interest of self-care and reducing my stress levels, I just resigned from a board position that I enjoyed but felt I could no longer fulfill properly. I feel like such a failure, like I let everyone on the team down and left them to figure things out. I told my friend who is the president what's been happening so that she knows my reasoning, but still...and I'm worried that she will think less of me now that she knows my diagnosis. I'm really nervous about her response (I resigned in writing).
Sorry for the negative post - I just felt like I had to vent and who better to understand than other people with similar conditions.
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Bipolar II, possibly rapid cycling Misdiagnosed with major depression for 15 years. Current meds: Lamictal (generic) 300 mg Wellbutrin (generic) 150 mg Effexor ER (generic) 300 mg Topomax (generic) 100 mg Klonopin (generic) as needed High-dose Vitamin D Previously taken: Abilify Depakote Pristiq Trazodone Taken when misdiagnosed with major depressive disorder: Prozac Lexapro Zoloft Paxil |
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#2
Jul 21, 2014, 02:55 PM
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Jul 21, 2014, 03:25 PM
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I think sometimes we have to admit when things are too much. You have to put yourself first. It is admirable that you were able to admit this to yourself before things got out of hand. You are not a failure!
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Of course it is happening inside your head. But why on earth should that mean that it is not real? -Albus Dumbledore That’s life. If nothing else, that is life. It’s real. Sometimes it f—-ing hurts. But it’s sort of all we have. -Garden State |
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Jul 21, 2014, 03:41 PM
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Yes, what a smart thing to do! You didn't get wild and do anything so they think less of you. You simply resigned because your health wouldn't permit you to continue.
I've quit many things due to my illness. I've never regretted that, but HAVE regretted staying in situations too long and making a fool of myself. Hope you don't feel bad too long. Let yourself move on.
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Jul 21, 2014, 03:57 PM
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It sounds like you are taking care of yourself, and that's a positive thing. It's totally ok to post here and be negative (which you didn't even seem all thst negative). We are all here to support each other.
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"Does the body rule the mind, or does the mind rule the body?" "Those who feel the breath of sadness, sit down next to me. Those feel they're touched my madness, sit down next to me. Those who find themselves ridiculous, sit down next to me." |
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Jul 21, 2014, 03:59 PM
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BPfroggie - a huge round of applause to you
I think that saying no sometimes is the best gift that we can give ourselves
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Jul 21, 2014, 05:46 PM
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you must take care of and love yourself first,, that's all you did,,
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Jul 21, 2014, 06:46 PM
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You did what you feel is best for you .. That takes courage!
Be kind to yourself 
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Jul 21, 2014, 07:47 PM
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Jul 22, 2014, 08:37 AM
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Thanks everyone for the encouragement. I'm still waiting for a response...
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Bipolar II, possibly rapid cycling Misdiagnosed with major depression for 15 years. Current meds: Lamictal (generic) 300 mg Wellbutrin (generic) 150 mg Effexor ER (generic) 300 mg Topomax (generic) 100 mg Klonopin (generic) as needed High-dose Vitamin D Previously taken: Abilify Depakote Pristiq Trazodone Taken when misdiagnosed with major depressive disorder: Prozac Lexapro Zoloft Paxil |
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Jul 22, 2014, 10:12 PM
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You have a right to take care of yourself and they will cope without you (....because they'll have to). You took an important step, good for you.
Whose to say you won't be able to step back into it again at some point in the future? Or take on another project that is fulfilling to you? (((hugs)))
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Jul 23, 2014, 02:52 PM
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So I got a response, and it was nothing but encouraging. Phew, I feel so much better now. I wish everyone could receive the same reaction upon sharing their diagnosis. Thanks everybody!
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Bipolar II, possibly rapid cycling Misdiagnosed with major depression for 15 years. Current meds: Lamictal (generic) 300 mg Wellbutrin (generic) 150 mg Effexor ER (generic) 300 mg Topomax (generic) 100 mg Klonopin (generic) as needed High-dose Vitamin D Previously taken: Abilify Depakote Pristiq Trazodone Taken when misdiagnosed with major depressive disorder: Prozac Lexapro Zoloft Paxil |
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