[Turtleboy]

hi all, i know it has been a long time since last i posted here, i guess i just wanted to vent a little.
my Depression,anxitey and self worth are totally in the toilet these days, i started therapy a while back and for a while it seemed to help, i'm prob just in a slump.my meds made me put on a lot of weight and i managed to lose most of it.
but recently it turns out i have put more on than ever before and coupled with my depressive bouts, being horribly anxious and just generally super burned out, my focus and attention has gone down hill.

end of rant, thanks for reading

[gayleggg]

Sorry you are having a tough time. Hope you can get back on top of things soon.

[Pierro]

Hi Turtleboy, I am so sorry that you have been feeling down in the dumps. Therapy can take a lot out of you. You have been such a great buddy to me over the last year, I would like to return the favour. You can PM me any time, you know that. Best wishes to you Turtleboy.

[Turtleboy]

thanks guys, prob just the blues or something

[Fuzzybear]

(((((((((( Turtleboy ))))))))))

[patches4.0]

Hey Dave

Sorry your feeling bad, it happens to me sometimes and I just fight it as best I can but it kicks my butt. Try and push yourself to do some of the things you enjoy most, it will help more often than not. When your feeling anxious try putting ice in your hand or shower/bath, it will change your phisiology and help you feel better. Don't forget to plat your guitar and that we love you alot.

Jamie

[Big Mama]

Hey man, Sorry to hear things are tough at the moment. I want you to know what a blessing you have been to me. There have been times that I have cried (in the best kind of way) because you listened and you cared when no one else has. You have given me hope when I had none, You have calmed my fears when my own thinking was irrational. You are a great friend man. We are all so lucky to have crossed paths with you. Just knowing you has been such a gift.

Ups and downs are normal, T is hard work and it is draining. It can leave you in a dark place for a bit, but there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. You just gotta reach that destination. You can do it. You give such hope to us, talk to us and let us give you some of that hope back.

Take care man. You know if you need anything you can PM me, Chant can PM me to. It is hard and scary sometimes to be the one suffering, it is just as hard to watch someone you love suffer. Hope to see ya around here at PC again soon. Keep on keepin on man.

[Turtleboy]

thank you all so much, you all made me smile so big this morning

[Dionysius]

Originally Posted by Turtleboy

hi all, i know it has been a long time since last i posted here, i guess i just wanted to vent a little.
my Depression,anxitey and self worth are totally in the toilet these days, i started therapy a while back and for a while it seemed to help, i'm prob just in a slump.my meds made me put on a lot of weight and i managed to lose most of it.
but recently it turns out i have put more on than ever before and coupled with my depressive bouts, being horribly anxious and just generally super burned out, my focus and attention has gone down hill.

end of rant, thanks for reading

`Morning, Turtleboy, I couldn`t put it better myself. My weight has gone up a lot. About six years ago I fractured my lower spine due to osteoporisis, which meant I could no longer go swimming(the only exercise I could do) so the result is I`m overweight. When I look at myself I feel sick, depressed and anxious. Fed up with pain etc, 62 year old male who looks pregnant!! Well, that`s the end of MY rant, thanks, good luck, catch you later, Dionysius.

[Turtleboy]

Originally Posted by Dionysius

`Morning, Turtleboy, I couldn`t put it better myself. My weight has gone up a lot. About six years ago I fractured my lower spine due to osteoporisis, which meant I could no longer go swimming(the only exercise I could do) so the result is I`m overweight. When I look at myself I feel sick, depressed and anxious. Fed up with pain etc, 62 year old male who looks pregnant!! Well, that`s the end of MY rant, thanks, good luck, catch you later, Dionysius.

yep thats a lot to do with it, its a bummer right?
wishing you all the best, i hope you can work it out

[Pikku Myy]

Lots of snuggles and kisses to my boy Turtle

[Misplaced_08]

weight gain and depression can be a b***h, sadly one doesn't come without the other.
depression triggers laziness, and then we all know how the song goes
I wish you well Turtle Boy, i joined last night and well this is my first post anywhere

[Turtleboy]

thank you so much ((((((pikky)))))) you always make me smile

Hey turts, hang in there. I got your back anytime.

[Axiom]

Turts! I'm so sad because you're feeling down and dreary. Hope the delightful autumn sunshine and coming winter wonderland will pick you up a little. May the chill breeze carry you away to a happier place! Don't feel bad about yourself. You're an awesome, stand up guy! You brighten up my day whenever I see you! Please believe in your total awesomeness.
And please come see me in chat soon!

[choocha]

Hi Turts. Thanks for sharing. Sorry you are going through a rough patch right now - that really sucks! I understand about weight gain. I struggle with med weight gain daily. I eat like a mouse and still am overweight. Yay that you started therapy. keep going with it, it'll do you good.
You know I think you're awesome, you deserve to be feeling better so I wish for you a speedy recovery and I hope your slump passes soon. You are worth so much more than you let yourself have. You are the best! xo

[TatorTot]

Turts I can't really top what everyone has already said to you because it is all true of you. You are very loved! Hang in there kiddo!

[Turtleboy]

thank you all so much you are all wonderful friends im so glad i found this place

[Big Mama]

Turt, I am glad you found this place to. Because you found this place I have been blessed to find you. You have been such a gift to me. Hand in there buddy. By the way I wouldn't mind putting on a few extra pounds. when you slip in the ice and fall your bum doesn't hurt near as bad. You have calories to spare when you get ill, you recover faster from illness, and most importantly, when there is a famine all them skinny people will be the first to go. Love ya buddy. Take care.

[wife22]

hi Turtleboy
i 've never had chance to interact with you,but what all above posts told me,is that you are one of a kind..Depression hurts,loneliness-more,some meds work,some don't,you gain wt and then may loose it..(someone told me "there should be little "more" of good people' )..sorry you feel so low,I don't think there is much to add to whatever was said,but still -best wishes,warm hugs and.. there is a rainbow and sun after the rain,I am not good with wording,..just hang on and take care of yourself,
All the best

[Dontfeellikeme]

Hugs to you turt xxxxx

[court_1219]

Originally Posted by Turtleboy

hi all, i know it has been a long time since last i posted here, i guess i just wanted to vent a little.
my Depression,anxitey and self worth are totally in the toilet these days, i started therapy a while back and for a while it seemed to help, i'm prob just in a slump.my meds made me put on a lot of weight and i managed to lose most of it.
but recently it turns out i have put more on than ever before and coupled with my depressive bouts, being horribly anxious and just generally super burned out, my focus and attention has gone down hill.

end of rant, thanks for reading

I totally feel you, but my weight went the opposite way. My meds made me lose lots of weight and my psychiatrist thinks I'm not eating but I just cant control it. I also get ridiculed for it by others, like being told I'm anorexic when I'm not. Also if you ever want to talk, we can whenever!

[Turtleboy]

thank you all for all the support over the past few days, im starting to come out of it and you guys are such a big part of it

[TheLokiWolf]

brother bear... i love you with all my heart. im sorry your feeling this way it sucks but know i love you and you can talk to me whenevs you want to. dont give up my heliwopter... the weather will improve soon xxxxxxxx

love always and forever...

lokitron

*massive huggles*