[Christina86]

With everything going on lately (grandad dying, dog dying, essays, exams and other stress) ... I *really* didn't need anymore stress.

I made a decision to cancel my T appt yesterday because I had to work on an essay. Now I go back today, and he's booked until January. NOT IMPRESSED.

Had an appt with PDoc today... I'm still on 15mg. He said he was worried about me, and he's glad I came even though I'm not in a good place right now... he actually told me that since I cant meet my T, I can see him next week instead.

I really needed support though, and it just isnt the same without my T. No luck getting an opening slot either...

The meds are working/not working.

My anxiety is through the roof. My bad thoughts and cognitive distortions are back. The group I was supposed to join for support for those with dysfunctional families... I cant do it because I have a prior commitment.

All I want is a med that works, strategies to cope with Christmas with my family and for things to work out in my world...

But no such luck.

BAH.

[Doh2007]

I'm so sorry you're hurting.

canders/ Christina,

You are so special to us all here. I hope you take care of yourself. You can message me any time. I hope you also continue to reach out to others in your life when you need.

[bipolar_bear]

I am sorry you have a lot on your plate right now. Maybe someone will cancel and you will be able to see your t. I am thinking of you.

BB

[Kiya]

Can you ask to be put on a "waiting list" for your T in the case that someone calls in sick and cancels? Even if they don't "normally do that", maybe they can make a certain effort for you to pay attention to that and call?

That's what I would try. ((((hugs)))) kiya

[jacq10]

(((((((((((((((( Christina )))))))))))))

I'm sorry you are having to deal with so much right now ... and especially at this time of the year. I'm sure the last thing you needed right now was the stress of exams on top of everything. And then now with your T booked up ... not good It was nice of your pdoc to offer you that though.

Strategy to cope with christmas?
-Hang out here
-Try and take some time for you
-Don't let your family push your buttons
-Seek out friends/family that you trust
-Distract yourself by reading, or watching movies.
-Make a list of things you'd like to do, whether that be people you want to see, or things you'd like to get accomplished.
-And if things get bad, keep handy another list of people you can contact, numbers you can call, etc.

And I hope you know that you can contact me WHENEVER. Thats what friends are for, and they're especially useful around this time of year, and when things get tough.

We all care about you here. SO much. Please try and keep that in mind .... sometimes just knowing you're not alone can help.

Sending gentle thoughts, and open invitations to contact me if you'd like.

xo Jacq

[jacq10]

How are you doing there??