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Mar 16, 2011 at 10:16 AM
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Does anyone ever get baffled about how depression can work; sometimes the feelings are so much more intense than the circumstances. I try to manage my thoughts and take care of difficult circumstances the best I can. It's interesting to me how I can really be working at feeling better by self care, trying to think on positive things (without denying the negative), and improving the circumstances. My feelings seem so out of proportion with the circumstances and negative thoughts. I am off antidepressants for now b/c I'm REALLY low on money. I know that would be helpful to have right now, but I don't see how that can happen currently.
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Location: Canada
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Mar 16, 2011 at 11:06 AM
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I agree Surfinflip, sometimes it just feels like you're overreacting to everything - but you cant seem to help it no matter what you try. I sometimes with I had an off switch for my emotions so I could just run on autopilot for a few days just to get some relief from my constant mood swings or periods of just lowness.
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Mar 16, 2011 at 04:13 PM
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Im really sorry that you are feeling like this ((((surfinflip)))
Hang in there , I hope things work out for you! 
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Mar 16, 2011 at 07:06 PM
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Oh without meds that would be very difficult. I don't have to take meds right now for my depression only my disability that causes the depression. The way I cope when the depression becomes severe and the negative self talk will not quiet down is I sometimes find it helpful to listen to calming music while I'm lying down resting. I focus on relaxing all my muscles and focus on each area of my body to help me let go of the stress. I often will fall asleep and take a nap. I then begin to focus on the positive of each negative that enters my mind until the negative quiets down. I'm just sorry you are trying to cope without needed medication. Gentle (((
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Mar 17, 2011 at 02:52 PM
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Thank-you for the encouragement
 I know it will get better in time.
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Mar 18, 2011 at 10:53 AM
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I can really relate. Usually with my depression I get mostly just deadened. This time I am really struggling being oversensitive. I find it harder to deal with this than feeling empty and dead. Every little thing throws me off. I am constantly embarrassed about my behaviour.
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Mar 18, 2011 at 04:10 PM
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Everyone gets baffled....but part of what you may be dealing with is the fact that you are no longer taking anti-depressants. There are resources out there that can help and people and support groups too.... I found one that helps or pays for RX's called Prescription Asstistance Programs pparx . org or just surf the web.
Hope this helps a little. 
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