[tigersassy]

Im doing really well. I got married to the love of my life last friday. But I've been doing better for a while. Since I cut toxic family out of my life I've been feeling amazing. I'm hesitant though because I've felt fine then the depression comes back with a vengeance. I'm not diagnosed bipolar but I wonder because of the cycle. This is the second upswing cycle I've experienced since being diagnosed with major depressive disorder. So I'm trying to remain positive.

[catsrhelm]

All I can say is see a psychiatrist, and talk about your moods. It sounds like you could be bi-polar like me.

[Rohag]

Congratulations! Best wishes, Tigersassy!

Originally Posted by tigersassy

Since I cut toxic family out of my life I've been feeling amazing.

That's major. Though the depression (or bipolar) has a life of its own, you've cut off a significant source of fuel for the illness. The fundamental conditions surrounding you and the illness have changed. Time will tell what effect this will have. Meanwhile, do keep observing your moods.

Again, congratulations!

[tigersassy]

My problem is I haven't been keeping track of my moods. I don't like to. My wife keeps telling me that I should just enjoy the up and ride it, but its starting to cause problems with me. At work I'm all over the place can't focus. I have no psychiatrist but a therapist. Shes ok but I'm not supposed to be dxing myself. But I can't help wondering what if this is actually whats wrong with me. I don't know though.
Thanks for the encouragements.