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May 11, 2011, 10:01 PM
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I've been feeling an irritable and unsociable version of depression the last couple of days. I haven't been returning phone calls very promptly, my responsiblities all seem overwhelming, and I didn't go to work today because I just couldn't cope with people needing things from me. I'm also having a great deal of back pain right now, which probably adds to my generally grumpy state. I have accomplished a few very small things today... I ate healthy meals, took out the trash (which was piling up!), and went for a walk with a friend this evening. I just hate this feeling of being overwhelmed by life and feeling like I want to hide from everyone because I can't deal with people asking things of me. Anybody else ever feel like this?
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May 11, 2011, 10:09 PM
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Yes, dear. It's great that you were able to do some things today, though. That shows you are sticking with trying to be OK.
I have learned that when I am very irritable, that I am especially depressed at that time. That, and trouble sleeping, are my clues to how well I am really coping. Also, at times when I've been very depressed, I get aches and pains in my joints. Gradually, it will probably get better for you. Doing the few things you did will help, too, I think. Pulling for you!  
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May 12, 2011, 07:59 AM
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Yes, I've felt like that. Sometimes I feel so overwhelmed I just want to take to my bed and pull the covers over my head, but I usually can't do that because of so many work and family responsibilities (e.g., having to pick the kids up from school, work deadlines, etc.). I get very irritable, which exacerbates the depression, or maybe it's vice versa.
It's good that you've been able to actually get stuff done and take a walk. Hope you start feeling better soon.
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May 12, 2011, 11:43 AM
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Hi Garden Gal,
Yes, I know how you feel. Sometimes (too often lately) I can just imagine that little cloud above my head like the put in cartoons when someone is in a bad mood. It sounds like you accomplished quite a few things you should be proud of though... Keep taking care of you. Sometimes when I am very grumbly journaling helps...
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