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Old Feb 11, 2020, 08:33 PM
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Thanks Christina.

It's only been a week on the higher Remeron dose so I have another couple of weeks to go before I know whether it's working.

I went for a walk again today and tried to focus on the walk instead of the low thoughts. It worked for about 30 minutes or of the 45 minute walk so I call that a win. Some relief during the day is always welcome.

I feel I can cope with my losses but am having a hard time with it because I'm depressed. I know intellectually that I can do it but when it comes to it, I find I cannot because I feel so bad, if that makes sense.

Little steps I guess.


You got out !! That is huge when depression is sucking your soul out. I struggle terrible when depressed.

Yes little steps will eventually add up
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Old Feb 11, 2020, 08:45 PM
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I hope you have gotten sleep. It’s a much welcomed blessing when we are able to sleep.

When do you see your T ?
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Old Feb 11, 2020, 08:50 PM
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Old Feb 11, 2020, 09:11 PM
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Sigh. The new minimum payment on my credit card is $120. The minimum payment on the loan I had to take out to cover my cat’s surgery is $157. I don’t know where I’m going to get an extra $277 a month. I can’t take a second job because it will only be in retail, and I would end up leaving my son with RS for most of the week and weekends. I’d never get to see him. I haven’t found a reliable way to make money online that doesn’t require me to be up for all hours on my computer. I could save $50 by only paying $50 on my other credit card instead of $100, which would be ok as it has a low balance. But that’s only $50. I’ve already stopped smoking (though I do still use a juul, which is about $20/wk for the pods), I’ve given up eating breakfast and lunch out. I don’t buy Starbucks anymore. I make an effort to cook all week and shop at the discount grocery store. RS has significantly more money than me, but I don’t feel right about asking him to cover a bill or pay more on rent. He buys groceries too for us, and he usually pays when we go out.


And now I have a $1200 deductible with my insurance, so I’ll have to pay out of pocket until I hit that deductible. My pdoc sent me a bill for $125. Thankfully I only see her once every three months. But my therapist isn’t even in my network. Even when I hit my deductible I will still have to pay her 25% of the total cost of the session. We have reduced sessions to once every two weeks instead of weekly, but I may have to part ways with her entirely. If I do, I will not be looking for another therapist. I feel as though I’ve gotten all I can out of therapy. I certainly don’t want to start over with someone new.


So, in summation, I have no money.


Oh I understand the no money it’s horrible to be backed into a corner.

The changes your going to make by dropping Starbucks and packing lunch from home will really add up in a months time.

Things I have done ..
I dropped my TV package down to basic channels, that was 36 a month saving.

I cut back the data plan on my cell that was 25 saving I think.

Do you buy bottled water ? If so buy a Britta filter jug.. we used to spent 35/40 a month !!! So that can help and it’s simple.

What about toys in good shape you son no longer plays with ? You can sell them locally on like Facebook market place , sure you won’t make a bundle but hey it could be enough for a few nights of groceries.

Sell anything you have that you just don’t use... good way to de clutter if thats ever an issue.

Defiantly call the company who makes your cats food they might offer some savings.

I think you have a new car ? Check your insurance coverage you could be over insured, we saved I dunno 16 or so a month still covered well.

I dunno I’m just throwing out ideas of things I have done to cut back anywhere.

I’m sorry your having a rough time
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Old Feb 11, 2020, 09:13 PM
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Did our little talk help?
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I feel a lot better today. Not so cranky and self-pitying and frustrated. I am listening to romantic piano music and my dog is contentedly gnawing her bone in her bed.
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I see my pdoc on Friday. I have thought long and hard about short-term disability and feel it is inevitable now. I've tried at work. I really have tried. But I just can't do it anymore. I can't deal with the anxiety. My concentration is terrible, I can't meet deadlines, I cry when things go wrong, I get terrible anxiety working with the public, and I wake up with a horrible feeling of dread each day. Negativity consumes me. This has played a big role in my depression for such a long period of time, and it's really holding me back from getting better. I really hope my pdoc supports my decision to go out on disability short-term. I think she will. I hope she will. This causing anxiety on top of anxiety.

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Old Feb 11, 2020, 09:29 PM
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I'm feeling pissed off...


Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr


About ???!!!
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Old Feb 11, 2020, 09:32 PM
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I feel a lot better today. Not so cranky and self-pitying and frustrated. I am listening to romantic piano music and my dog is contentedly gnawing her bone in her bed.


Glad today is better
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Old Feb 11, 2020, 09:34 PM
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I see my pdoc on Friday. I have thought long and hard about short-term disability and feel it is inevitable now. I've tried at work. I really have tried. But I just can't do it anymore. I can't deal with the anxiety. My concentration is terrible, I can't meet deadlines, I cry when things go wrong, I get terrible anxiety working with the public, and I wake up with a horrible feeling of dread each day. Negativity consumes me. This has played a big role in my depression for such a long period of time, and it's really holding me back from getting better. I really hope my pdoc supports my decision to go out on disability short-term. I think she will. I hope she will. This causing anxiety on top of anxiety.


Hugs to all out there who are in need.


I’m sorry it’s just hitting a breaking point I’m sure your Pdoc will agree.

Then you will have time to decompress and feel better
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Somebody got into my Amazon Prime account and ordered something. Amazon was content to just refund the money with no questions asked. I said hold the fort. This may be chump change to them but it’s slightly more concerning to me. Who, what, why, where and how? I left a less than five star review and in two minutes they called my daughter first and then me to see how to get a five star review. Boggles the mind. Hopefully it’s all worked out now. Smh.

I’ve talked before about what an introvert I am and how I prefer solitude. In addition, I’ve been caring for my mom all day so I was quite puzzled to be feeling lonely. It’s not a comfortable feeling and I’m fortunate I don’t get it often.

Still doing well.

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Thanks Wild Coyote, its been a grrrrr day. Our talk did help
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I see my pdoc on Friday. I have thought long and hard about short-term disability and feel it is inevitable now. I've tried at work. I really have tried. But I just can't do it anymore. I can't deal with the anxiety. My concentration is terrible, I can't meet deadlines, I cry when things go wrong, I get terrible anxiety working with the public, and I wake up with a horrible feeling of dread each day. Negativity consumes me. This has played a big role in my depression for such a long period of time, and it's really holding me back from getting better. I really hope my pdoc supports my decision to go out on disability short-term. I think she will. I hope she will. This causing anxiety on top of anxiety.

Hugs to all out there who are in need.
Going out on even STD is a big decision. I am sure considering this has created some extra anxiety. I hope this all works out for the best in the long run.
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I need to get back into therapy again.
The last time I was there it was discovered

that my job carries/feeds into my excoriation disorder.
Like wise with me, I am obsessed with picking at my cuticles

until they bleed. Sometimes This is like that when I do my clients feet.

I will pick too much and they say ow! It will snap me out

of my trance and I will quickly finish up. I am sure I have lost clients for this reason.
I need to lighten up and be less serious.
Now that I am aware of it I think I am doing better.

But I have to be vigilant!
I am using a heavy lotion on my hands and fingers and cuticles at night when going to bed to soften the dry areas on my cuticles, it seems to be helping.
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I need to get back into therapy again.
The last time I was there it was discovered

that my job carries/feeds into my excoriation disorder.
Like wise with me, I am obsessed with picking at my cuticles

until they bleed. Sometimes This is like that when I do my clients feet.

I will pick too much and they say ow! It will snap me out

of my trance and I will quickly finish up. I am sure I have lost clients for this reason.
I need to lighten up and be less serious.
Now that I am aware of it I think I am doing better.

But I have to be vigilant!
I am using a heavy lotion on my hands and fingers and cuticles at night when going to bed to soften the dry areas on my cuticles, it seems to be helping.
sigh
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I think it’s good you realize Therapy could be helpful

I have a spot on my ankle that I have an open sore from scratching not even aware.. I now keep a heavy bandage on it as I apparently keep removing the regular types in my sleep ... sigh
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Well my husband had a Dr Appt today. A couple weeks ago his sister had horrible headaches and they found a brain bleed so she was immediately taken to ICU and many MRI’s and scans taken over a week ... they didn’t really find a specific reason, but the Doctor told her to let her brothers know that it’s likely heredity since there Mom died of a aneurysm. His sister is having follow up MRIs every 10-12 days.

My husband has been having terrible headaches they present like a migraine. But because of his sisters emergency he’s getting blood work done tomorrow they want to make sure his kidneys are healthy because they want the scan with and without contrast some time this week.

So it’s another stress.... ( deep breathing)

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Well my husband had a Dr Appt today. A couple weeks ago his sister had horrible headaches and they found a brain bleed so she was immediately taken to ICU and many MRI’s and scans taken over a week ... they didn’t really find a specific reason, but the Doctor told her to let her brothers know that it’s likely heredity since there Mom died of a aneurysm. His sister is having follow up MRIs every 10-12 days.

My husband has been having terrible headaches they present like a migraine. But because of his sisters emergency he’s getting blood work done tomorrow they want to make sure his kidneys are healthy because they want the scan with and without contrast some time this week.

So it’s another stress.... ( deep breathing)

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oh am sorry, one more thing to worry about.
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I really appreciate your sharing. I know it can be a very tough place for both staff and patients. I was a Human Rights officer in a huge state hospital many years ago. I had no friends, lol! (No alliances.)
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@bpcyclist: I'm sorry you had this awful dream about such a terrible time in your life. I think it's very wise of you to decide to not let it rule your life. I had tough times in my early thirties and i often have nightmares about it: not being able to get food, sub-standard housing and being lost. I think once we've gone thru long times of suffering we are never the same again.
I am so sorry you had to go through those incredibly difficult times in your 30s, whatever. Thank you so much for teh support--it means so much to me.
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I really hope you feel better after a good sleep, Oliver. I am just wondering if maybe you should see try to see your therpist sooner than May. You seem to have a lot going on and it might help you. Also, when do you see your psychiatrist again?

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Well my husband had a Dr Appt today. A couple weeks ago his sister had horrible headaches and they found a brain bleed so she was immediately taken to ICU and many MRI’s and scans taken over a week ... they didn’t really find a specific reason, but the Doctor told her to let her brothers know that it’s likely heredity since there Mom died of a aneurysm. His sister is having follow up MRIs every 10-12 days.

My husband has been having terrible headaches they present like a migraine. But because of his sisters emergency he’s getting blood work done tomorrow they want to make sure his kidneys are healthy because they want the scan with and without contrast some time this week.

So it’s another stress.... ( deep breathing)

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I am so sorry to hear about your sister-in-law--that is terrifying. I hope she is abe to heal up with no residual symptoms. Also sending prayers for your hubby. Hopefully, these are just garden variety headaches and nothing serious. Sending you guys prayers and support!!!!
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Well, finally got the courage to watch Joker. I was and am a big Heath Ledger fan and just had to see for myself what this Joaqin Phoenix hype was all about. I must say, overall, I thought the film was mediocre, at best. Not really sure exactly what type of mental illnes that was supposed to be--certainly not any Axis 1 diagnosis, that's for sure. Maybe some totally bizarre Axis 2 stuff? Maybe just Really Violent Guy Who Laughs A Lot. All in all, I wasn't very impressed. Also, I am sick and tired of Hollywood's continual glorification of nicotine addiction. Disgusting. Get with the 21st century, people!!!!

Have settled into a thing where I sleep about 7 hours a day in total, which is obviously a huge improvement. Guess I will probably be staying on the Depakote for awhile. That's fine. I'm happy to do whatever will help me, including Clozaril.

I would like to begin being a bit productive again. Writing. Working on this book that is so important to me. But I have been sort of sick for so long, it is hard to get back in the swing of things. Maybe tomorrow.

Love to all!!!!

Whatever and Moose--I am also in a financial straightjacket. It is very difficult. I really do not have enough food, much of the time. But at least I have a place to sleep. Sending you support and strength. I do like the idea of selling whatever you can sell to raise some cash. Clothes, bikes, toys, anything you don't have to have. I hope things get better soon!!!!
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Really hate myself right now. I can't sleep because of crap weighing on my mind. I need to get this out. So many of you have suggested therapy/seeing a pdoc to me. Well, this is actually a hot button issue. You see, I've tried it and while I had someone to listen to me at a particularly difficult time in my life, I was ultimately paying someone to just listen to me talk. I could do that here and get better feedback! Second therapist was a little more extreme in the other manner. Talked about herself too much and spoke slowly too so it wasted my precious time. Third therapist (same clinic as first) was for DBT. Only went 4 sessions before we came to the conclusion that this wasn't helping me. First of all, the stuff was like common sense to me. I was already doing similar things from yoga meditation in the past as well as my hubby s logical advices (he may lack emotional empathy, but he's very logical which helps me think less "borderline" like). Anyway, oh and we also canceled because I couldn't do certain exercises for x, y, and z reasons.

Moving on to the pdoc. As I mentioned already (in my journal thread), I'd spend hours trying to set appointments, wait in the waiting room and only get like 10minutes of time to talk and we'd discuss the same b crap every time. Other than getti g my meds, it was not worth it. Waste of tons of time and money because I'd have to make an appointment for EVERY refill! My GP can do this over the phone.

So, while I don't value the thoughtful advice, it just may not work for me. Oh yes, and the fact that I don't really have a ride to go there anymore either. And that it frustrated the heck out of my husband because he wasn't seeing any progress (not that there necessarily wasn't progress, but he pays the bills and wanted to see progress. I can at least understand that.)

Anyway, so yeah, just know that this is why I'm super anxious about my next meeting with my GP because he also seems to be hinti g at therapy too and I privately messaged him that it did help some. He already knows my husband's feelings on the matter. I'm anxious about talking about some of the things that are bothering me about my marriage as well, because it might come as a shock to my husband...although I've tried to tell him things many times. There is one thing though that I haven't yet addressed and I've finally figured out exactly what I need (I think). It's one of the love languages. He doesn't show me love like I need it. He shows me how he needs it. He's very stubborn about this, but I need to make him understand the importance...

Sigh! Ok, I think I'm talked out.

Check my journal thread if you can. I do worry that no one will read it, hence coming here right now, but maybe now youll know. I dunno. I've gotta get to bed now, or at least try. Goodnight!
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Woke up at 3:47am. It's now 4:50am ish and I'm at work now.

I brought an easy book for me to read while I am here and waiting for my Ritalin to kick in. I hope it keeps me distracted for a bit.

My mood is okay, but I feel more restless than before, since starting the new dose of propranolol. I don't know why that is???

I hope we come to a solution with the akathisia or whatever the f*** it is. I want cogentin!! Everyone seems to say it's the gold standard!!
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Woke up at 3:47am. It's now 4:50am ish and I'm at work now.


I brought an easy book for me to read while I am here and waiting for my Ritalin to kick in. I hope it keeps me distracted for a bit.


My mood is okay, but I feel more restless than before, since starting the new dose of propranolol. I don't know why that is???


I hope we come to a solution with the akathisia or whatever the f*** it is. I want cogentin!! Everyone seems to say it's the gold standard!!


Morning Blue

Maybe the new dose has dropped your blood pressure to low ? Normally a lower blood pressure has a calming effect. I was put on Minipress it’s another lowdose blood pressure med to help me sleep but it’s also shown to decrease ptsd nightmares. Well it dropped my blood pressure too low and my body reacted by keeping me up and moving,on high alert “ fight or flight mode” not nearly as awful as what your going through.... but maybe the increase is having an opposite reaction too?

Honestly I have no idea why you are unable to get freaking Cogentin ! It’s not a benzo, it’s not a scheduled drug, it’s a freaking Med for tremors from Parkinson’s disease etc and it is very often a needed Med if a person is on old school Haldol , Thorazine and practically all APs going.

Pdoc 101 is give Inderal and if no help add Cogentin if that doesn’t help then the offending Med just isn’t doable.

I have personally never heard of a bad reaction to Cogentin I’m sure it could cause something of course but it’s honestly in general a Med that will either help or do nothing at all.

I hate seeing you suffer this way for so long I’d like to slap your Pdoc
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