How would you describe your mental health (or mood) right now?

drowning in aniexty and fear . . . . begging pdoc for more meds . .

Maybe somewhat overwhelmed. Definitely exhausted. A little agitated.

Very stressed with what’s going on. Received some news today but tomorrow will be a deciding factor on going forward.

I really wish my T was available, but he’s out of the office for minor surgery, sure I could call his cell if I absolutely hit a wall but I would need to be a real mess.

Apathetic, maybe a little bit scared. I feel like I'm trapped in this home and I can't see a way out. I know it's up to me to change my situation, but it's sometimes I feel so frozen that it's like I can't move, or even care.

Up and down, up and down, the never-ending rollercoaster. More irritable lately. I want off this ride

kind of down today, but clear and lucid, did sleep better and mood was ok, just bored and restless today I think. didn't take any kpin for anxiety. just tea and some melatonin.

Would it be more helpful to call before you are a "mess?"
Just a thought. I know he helps you a lot! Maybe let him help you earlier rather than later? I have no idea...I am just throwing it out there!

Love ya!

Over tired. Jumpy. Irritable. Sad.

Very relaxed after a really stressful day. Looking forward to a quiet evening.

I am very stable and in the right mind for once.

I'm OK right now. A weird kind of tired and stimulated at the same time, and I'm not talking about sexual stimulation. I know this is a paradoxical state. It's hard to explain.

My irritability and slight mood elevation have occasionally been problematic for me, in the past. Problematic or very detrimental. Most of the time I'm calm and sweet, then the Tasmanian devil shows up. I'm ashamed to say that I can sometimes reach the status of "customer from hell". Most of that is mood-related, some personality-related, and some Jersey girl related. Yes, some of us folks from NJ, Philly and NYC area are far from being meek. I did apologize to one customer service rep I spoke with today, about window replacements, but not the clerk I raised my voice at yesterday at McDonald's. Raising my voice was only part of it. When my mood gets elevated, it becomes more of a rant, like:

"What is this?!?!!!!! This coffee looks like a milk shake! I spent two minutes emphasizing in detail how I DON'T want McDonald's to put the creamer in my coffee! I told you that I want to put it in myself, that I only use one half of one teeny weeny itsy bitsy creamer single, that I'll strategically add myself. This coffee looks like it has one half of a cup of cream with a splash of coffee in it. I'm not going to drink this! I want a new cup of coffee. This time BLACK coffee. Then give me a creamer single on the side. Please!"

Yes, I know. I can be a Holy Terror! That's what mood elevation irritability can do to me. I'm really not like this when well, not that I can't be quite assertive. I will be staying home until this passes. I told my therapist that I'll start taking "as needed" Seroquel regular on top of my regular mix, if necessary.

I've had worse rants than I described above. Many worse. Once at my local international airport I refused to wait in the lines, and then stood at the front telling everyone that they would be asked to give a stool sample when they got to the customs officer. During these mood states, I don't even care that people are staring at me. Luckily, that airport is in NJ so they are kind of used to people *****ing.

I really am embarrassed to say these are true stories, and only just a couple among many.

I can relate to being in moods with people that I’m dealing with , that can’t do something even remotely correct or won’t answer a single question.

I called my rheumatologist office today to find out what this hold up for Humira is, Cindy his nurse wasn’t sure but we discuss pen vs syringe. She transferred me to the woman who does the pre autos for meds, she has sent in all info needed and hasn’t heard back. This is a job I had done for years working medical so I know how it “ goes “

So while dealing with a very ill husband I called my medication provider. Yes they received the necessary paperwork , they are processing it and said another med might be needed to try first , I sad what one “ Enbrel” ummmm hello was on it over a year and it stopped working, oh well Humira would be the next step says dumb lady, I said so do you have an idea when you will approve it then since I’m in severe pain? Should be “ soon” I said soon as in ???? A few days ? Or a week or more? “ as quickly as the system “

Hopefully things will settle down for you , and staying home is usually how I manage such episodes

Oh, i can relate to both you, BirdDancer, and to ~Christina!

alive but not sure why

You are alive because you're supposed to be alive. I'm so sorry you're feeling so unwell. I know this is a trite statement, but the pain will pass. Be strong. Is there anything you can do today that will bring some level of pleasure?

Though I'm sad that people can relate to my irritable behavior, I guess I'm a little relived that people understand. Thanks, Christina and Wild Coyote. I hope today brings some level of relief from your stressful situations.

Unfortunately, I'm very on edge and irritable again this morning. I will be staying home. I'll try to at least sit out on my deck and watch the hummingbirds at some points. There's is no way that they will piss me off . , though I must say they are aggressive buggers with each other. Who knew such little cute tykes could be so pugnacious.

My husband wanted to watch the news this morning. I can't stand having the TV on so early in the day. And of course they were talking about the debates. That is a place for aggressive behavior. I didn't need to witness that.

A clear sign that my psychological state is less than ideal is when I start overeating, and eating unhealthy stuff. I also sometimes hide my eating from my husband. It is not an addiction, in my case, but is self-medication. However, some signs of it resemble addiction.

I hope no one calls me today. That sounds sad, but may be for the best.

I’m finally myself again after months of being depressed and mixed!

I’ve been stable since beginning of June and genuinely
Happy!

it's up in the air today. not sure how I'm feeling. bored isn't a mood right? maybe interested, relaxed and relieved. just had a quiet uneventful day today. nothing out of the ordinary. took my meds, ate, watched some TV. took my son to work but that's about it. tomorrow I'll hit the library and get some graphic novels to keep me busy reading. my mood is just moderate I guess. sort of in the middle. sorry gang, nothing exciting. better than a manic state or depression I guess.. gotta be grateful!

Well, if we both didn't go out drinking last night, we would not have had such a difficult morning!

I woke up irritable and did not want to hear the TV, either! I hate getting up to the TV, just when I want to mindfully eat breakfast!

My voicemail was "full" all day long, on purpose. I swear I need 2 phones. I do not want "business calls" all times of the day/night.

Oh, emotional eating? I do that, too.

I hope you are feeling better by now, BirdDancer.
I LOVE hummingbirds!

My mood today was irritable. My small people were driving me a little batty. I hate having to discipline. We have endless ways to have fun and I get frustrated when they get bored and start acting out. We got it under control and had a good afternoon though. I'm starting to feel more relaxed.

I also love hummingbirds. They always startle me when they buzz right by my head. I think it is quite entertaining to watch them battle. They are more territorial than dogs.

This is really amazing news. I hope the streak continues for a long time to come.

Pretty good, considering I almost fainted today because of all the stress I've been under. A storm came by and cooled things down, so I am enjoying the cool night air for once. Feeling better now though.

I'm feeling a bit better tonight. This has been a difficult road. I have some very supportive people around me, for which I am eternally grateful.

mood is pretty stable right now. slept ok. about 6 and a half hours or so. no klonopin. just melatonin. having some coffee. no anxiety to speak of for now which is good. no real highs or lows. on an even keel which I am very grateful for.

Am feeling highly stressed. Thus, am feeling highly irritable. Have lots to attend to today. I need some peace and quiet in order to be able to focus.
Trying to smile anyway, hoping doing so will shift my mood.

I hope everyone is enJOYing the day!

Bipolar-wise, no complaints. BDD is out of control. Can't shut my ******* head up.