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dillpickle1983 · Aug 25, 2015, 09:43 PM

I'm determined to quit smoking and vape only. I've got it in my head, I'm doing it!

CrazyLo · Aug 26, 2015, 03:09 AM

I keep falling asleep at random times of the day...and I'll sleep sometimes for several hours at a time. Last night I accidentally fell asleep at 6pm and woke up this morning at 2am. It's a bit of a problem because this is causing me to sleep during the times I need to take my meds.

I'd been on Adderall for years and so naps were always impossible for me. This is pretty new for me; being able to sleep basically on command. I don't even need to take my sleeping pills a lot of times.

But I got a good 8 hours of sleep so I'm pretty chipper despite the very early hour! I'm just so happy lately!

CrazyLo · Aug 26, 2015, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by dillpickle1983

I'm determined to quit smoking and vape only. I've got it in my head, I'm doing it!

You CAN do it! I wish I could quit with you! I really need to quit but I don't really want to right now.

Aug 26, 2015, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by CrazyLo

I keep falling asleep at random times of the day...and I'll sleep sometimes for several hours at a time. Last night I accidentally fell asleep at 6pm and woke up this morning at 2am. It's a bit of a problem because this is causing me to sleep during the times I need to take my meds.

I'd been on Adderall for years and so naps were always impossible for me. This is pretty new for me; being able to sleep basically on command. I don't even need to take my sleeping pills a lot of times.

But I got a good 8 hours of sleep so I'm pretty chipper despite the very early hour! I'm just so happy lately!

ive been sleeping like this. yesterday went to sleep at 5pm, woke up at 9pm, went back to sleep 12am, now im up 530am. im just catching up on sleep, since i was literally sleeping 4hrs a day for almost a month there.
you could switch the time you take your meds... or fix your sleeping pattern by finding something stimulating to do when you feel sleepy. *shrugs*

CrazyLo · Aug 26, 2015, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by smilesandcries

ive been sleeping like this. yesterday went to sleep at 5pm, woke up at 9pm, went back to sleep 12am, now im up 530am. im just catching up on sleep, since i was literally sleeping 4hrs a day for almost a month there.
you could switch the time you take your meds... or fix your sleeping pattern by finding something stimulating to do when you feel sleepy. *shrugs*

Yeah, my IOP therapist said the same thing about trying to distract myself when I'm sleepy. I am definitely catching up on a lot of sleep too, like you. But it's like, I don't want to sleep so much...but I don't want to do anything when I'm so sleepy...catch 22 I guess!

Blue_Bird · Aug 26, 2015, 06:57 PM

Day 8 of tapering off Depakote and 4th or 5th day without Remeron, Zyprexa, and Paxil. So far so good, It will be nice just being on one med (Invega Sustenna)

CrazyLo · Aug 26, 2015, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Blue_Bird

Day 8 of tapering off Depakote and 4th or 5th day without Remeron, Zyprexa, and Paxil. So far so good, It will be nice just being on one med (Invega Sustenna)

Good for you! Hope it helps!

Today I got bored and went to the library. Got the book The Quiet Room. I actually read it 3 or 4 years ago but wanted to refresh my memory. I also have The Lightning Thief on reserve because I want to know what all the kids are reading these days! haha.

But other than that, boring yet pretty good day.

Shmooey · Aug 28, 2015, 05:16 PM

The Quiet Room by Lori Schiller? I've read that multiple times over the years, always from the library. I have a copy on my Amazon wish list for when I get my birthday money. Great book.

CrazyLo · Aug 28, 2015, 06:40 PM

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The Quiet Room by Lori Schiller? I've read that multiple times over the years, always from the library. I have a copy on my Amazon wish list for when I get my birthday money. Great book.

Yes, that one. I have trouble getting started on books, so I haven't started it yet. I have the Lightning Thief now so now I can't decide which one to read first. Probably The Quiet Room. Maybe I'll read tonight. And yeah, it is definitely a good book!

As for today....I was supposed to hang out with a friend today but she basically blew me off. This happens with her from time to time. Always pisses me off, too. But these days I'm too dog gone happy to really get pissed off at all. My T says I'm hypomanic. Hmm.

kimical · Aug 29, 2015, 12:45 PM

Stayed in hospital for over two weeks, got up to 550 mgs of clozaril now I'm feeling better.

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CrazyLo · Aug 29, 2015, 07:37 PM

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Stayed in hospital for over two weeks, got up to 550 mgs of clozaril now I'm feeling better.

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Clozaril was horrible for me. Made me sooo sick. I refused to keep taking it.

CrazyLo · Aug 29, 2015, 07:38 PM

Today I am a little melancholy. I don't understand my mood these days. I was supposed to hang out with a friend today but I decided to hide in bed under my covers, instead.

Zeus123 · Aug 30, 2015, 02:00 PM

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Today I am a little melancholy. I don't understand my mood these days. I was supposed to hang out with a friend today but I decided to hide in bed under my covers, instead.

Aww sorry, I get like that lately and then I wonder why no one wants to hang out when I'm ready. Feel better!

Blue_Bird · Aug 30, 2015, 06:37 PM

Been having a rough time. Withdrawals from meds (headaches/vomiting) and rage, deciding to go back on them.

CrazyLo · Aug 31, 2015, 01:17 AM

Had a good day today. I feel very content. Spent most of my day with same friend I blew off yesterday. I just got home...it's 1 AM. She makes me so happy when I'm with her. I love my friends!

Zeus123 · Aug 31, 2015, 10:19 AM

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Been having a rough time. Withdrawals from meds (headaches/vomiting) and rage, deciding to go back on them.

Omg! I have skipped a day or two and felt nausea but never this severe. Did you stop meds all together or did you miss a few days? I hope you find relief soon!

Zeus123 · Aug 31, 2015, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by CrazyLo

Had a good day today. I feel very content. Spent most of my day with same friend I blew off yesterday. I just got home...it's 1 AM. She makes me so happy when I'm with her. I love my friends!

I'm glad you were ok to go hang with your friend. It's a nice break especially with people that make you feel good. I'm starting to miss a few of my friends. I pulled away from lots of good people. I gotta get out of my comfort zone. Glad you were strong enough to do it.

Blue_Bird · Aug 31, 2015, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeus123

Omg! I have skipped a day or two and felt nausea but never this severe. Did you stop meds all together or did you miss a few days? I hope you find relief soon!

I had stopped zyprexa, paxil, and remeron suddenly and was off them for several days and was tapering off Depakote. I'm back on everything now and at my regular doses and feeling better

CrazyLo · Sep 01, 2015, 01:11 AM

Me and my friend fell asleep in her bed today...we were just laying down. Well we ended up sleeping for six hours! LOL. I woke up at 11 pm and got home about an hour ago. Now I won't sleep tonight.

Blue_Bird · Sep 02, 2015, 07:39 PM

Going to group tomorrow, should be a good day

CrazyLo · Sep 03, 2015, 06:34 AM

I had a hard day yesterday. My compulsive spending is starting to bite me in the butt as it's making my family frustrated and angry. I feel helpless because it's very hard to control the spending. The only thing that helps is allowing my mom to fully manage my money, which she is now doing.

Today I have IOP and then I want to do something crafty. I want to either make a blanket or start sketching a portrait for a friend, or both.

Sep 03, 2015, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by CrazyLo

I had a hard day yesterday. My compulsive spending is starting to bite me in the butt as it's making my family frustrated and angry. I feel helpless because it's very hard to control the spending. The only thing that helps is allowing my mom to fully manage my money, which she is now doing.

Today I have IOP and then I want to do something crafty. I want to either make a blanket or start sketching a portrait for a friend, or both.

i just got paid, from babysitting and my benefits, i had upward towards 2,000 dollars. after taking care of all of my bills and such i still have about 700 left. it's hard, cause i have a million things i want to buy but they aren't a necessity. i live alone, so i don't have anyone controlling my money. i've been itching to re-do my house and such. i know it isn't really a necessity because i have everything i need, i just think it sucks and i want new stuff, hahahaha. most of my furniture is second-hand and it doesn't really match, it drives me insane and makes me angry. so that's why i wanted to re-do things. anyway, it's not really THAT important.

blergh.

CrazyLo · Sep 03, 2015, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by smilesandcries

i just got paid, from babysitting and my benefits, i had upward towards 2,000 dollars. after taking care of all of my bills and such i still have about 700 left. it's hard, cause i have a million things i want to buy but they aren't a necessity. i live alone, so i don't have anyone controlling my money. i've been itching to re-do my house and such. i know it isn't really a necessity because i have everything i need, i just think it sucks and i want new stuff, hahahaha. most of my furniture is second-hand and it doesn't really match, it drives me insane and makes me angry. so that's why i wanted to re-do things. anyway, it's not really THAT important.

blergh.

Yeah, my therapist is trying to help me tell the difference between want vs. need. I do not get very much money from SSDI each month, and my grandma and my mom already support me financially (whatever "needs" I can't afford). So they get pretty angry when I spend money frivolously. I can't really blame them. I'm just angry at myself for lacking control over my spending. I can rationalize sometimes, but in the moment when I'm out and about, I get so impulsive and don't think about the consequences.

Zeus123 · Sep 03, 2015, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by smilesandcries

i just got paid, from babysitting and my benefits, i had upward towards 2,000 dollars. after taking care of all of my bills and such i still have about 700 left. it's hard, cause i have a million things i want to buy but they aren't a necessity. i live alone, so i don't have anyone controlling my money. i've been itching to re-do my house and such. i know it isn't really a necessity because i have everything i need, i just think it sucks and i want new stuff, hahahaha. most of my furniture is second-hand and it doesn't really match, it drives me insane and makes me angry. so that's why i wanted to re-do things. anyway, it's not really THAT important.

blergh.

I think of buying new matching furniture will give you a peace of mind then you should do it. Make it your sanctuary! Live happily in the comfort of your own home -- that's important! You deserve it! 😊

CrazyLo · Sep 03, 2015, 01:37 PM

Well, unless she has other expenses she needs to cover first. But it is definitely okay to splurge with your money now and then (if you can afford it).

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