Sharon,
I'm glad your boss is recognizing the problem and trying to help you out. I don't want to sound stupid but what is netball? Whatever it is, it's great that you set your goal to go and stuck with it. That is a very hard thing for us sometimes, and it's always a victory when we are able to do it. Hope things are going better!
Kelly
Sharon,
I am soooooo glad things are going well this week!! It's great that you can work at home. I agree with you, going to work is good for me too. I always feel better when I get to see my kids. They always make me smile. I think too much when I'm at home too. :p
Netball sounds like a lot of fun, but also a lot of work! :) Exercise does help a lot for us, and it is something I need to do more of.
I have been doing ok with going to work, thanks so much for asking.
Hope to talk to you soon!
Kelly
Gabbi,
I am so sorry to hear of your difficult times! I want to say "Run, run away!" but I also know that I am not you and can not tell you what to do. This is a really stinky situation! Just please know that I am praying for you! It is the first thing we should do, and sometimes it is the only thing we can do. Family can be a VERY sticky subject. Unless they have been through it themselves, they just don't understand fully, and never will. Even if they want to (which often times they don't) they just can't walk a mile in our shoes. It is so difficult to "put on a happy face" when things are going wrong, and I can understand feeling angry about knowing that is what people expect of us. Please take care of yourself, and keep in touch. We can rely on each other to understand and support each other!
Kelly
Sharon,
I am so glad things are going well!!!! You earned the days at home, I know how much energy it can take to get through some days. Keep running the race and jumping the hurdles! Are you like me? The shakes and nerves always come after the fact! :) I was calm as a clam before and during my wedding but almost hyperventilated as soon as I walked back down the isle to leave the church. :blush:
Sorry for the delay in replying, I haven't been on line for several days. I have been having a rough time lately, and have kind of been avoiding contact of any kind. I know that isn't really what is best when we are feeling down, but it is just safer than "dumping" on those around you. I had a very revealing but stressful (and tearful) meeting with my psychologist this week, and he gave me some exercises to do before I go back. I don't know, maybe they will help. I also think I am having trouble because the 1st anniversary of my father's death is looming. It is Feb. 26th. He was really an awesome guy, and I miss him very much. We've made it through many of the "firsts", but this one is going to be tough. Just the other day, something happened at work and the first thing I thought was "Oh, I can't wait to tell Dad about this one!" I just really miss him.
Anyway, enough of this. Hope you continue to have encouraging times at work! I hope the mouth-guard helps! I know my massage therapist has a fit when she works on my face! :)
Kelly
Brianszgirl,
Do you see a psychologist at all? I know it is difficult to find one sometimes that you trust, but I know I couldn't go without seeing mine. I go once every six weeks and it just helps me to talk things over with him. He is a wonderful psychologist and is very concerned about his patients. As far as the meds go, it is hard to say what works for one person or another. I have been on Paxil, then off, then on again, then off, then Wellbutrin then added Zoloft and take Zanax when necessary. This seems to be a good combination for me, but that may not work for someone else.
As for going back and forth with the depression episodes, I can truly relate! I get so frustrated sometimes I could scream! I am in the process of going through a time like that right now. I do everything I am supposed to do. I take my meds every day, I go see my psychologist, I sit in front of a sunlight simulation lamp, I journal, I pray, I do devotions and still this awful disease creeps up and bites me in the butt! I know this is not helpful as far as giving you answers, but it helps me to know I am not alone in my suffering. Others understand and know where you are coming from.
Please know that we have all been at least someplace close to where you are right now, and are here to listen whenever you need us.
Kelly
Kim,
Thanks for joining us! It does take time to work out the medication thing. Just make sure you tell your doctor exactly what you are feeling/not feeling, and any symptoms you think are caused by the meds so he/she can help "dial in" your dose and make the right adjustments.
As far as talking to your husband, I have a couple of questions for you. Is it that he is having a hard time understanding or that he doesn't want to understand. I am not saying that is a possiblity, but my next question won't really matter if he doesn't want to understand. My next question is, would you be willing for me to talk to my husband about your situation? He is wonderfully supportive for me, and he may be able to write you/your husband in this forum and maybe help him understand.
I won't say anything to him until you let me know it's ok.
Again, thanks for joining us! Looking forward to hearing from you.
Kelly
Gabbi,
Thanks so much for the words of encouragement! I really have been struggling lately, and having more bad days than good, but I really think it's because of thinking about my dad. I appreciate you sharing, I know that feeling of overwhelming saddness, and it's good to know it's normal.
Hope all is going ok. How's the house hunting going? Did you go see that house you were talking about? I don't know if you are able to tell in this room or not, but where are you from?
I'll be praying about the situation with your husband. I can understand how it could be difficult to suddenly give affection when things haven't been that great. If you are willing to try and want to work things out, I will pray to that end. If not I pray you have the strength to do what needs to be done.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Kelly
Gabbi and Sharon,
I don't know if you got the last posting I put in, my computer is doing very weird things! I can't even find the posting I was answering from you Gabbi! :) Anyway, thanks for the support, it helps to know others understand how you feel when you lose someone so close to you.
How is the house hunting going Gabbi? Did you get to look at that house you were talking about? How was it? Let me know how things are going with you and your husband. I can imagine it's hard to show affection to someone that hasn't really been affectionate to you for a while. Hang in there, I'll be praying for you.
How are things your way Sharon? I hope things at work are better. Sometimes people are just nasty, and I'm sorry you have to put up with that. I will keep praying. Did your daughter win her ice hockey game?
Hope to hear from both of you soon!
Kelly
Brianszgirl,
Being over medicated is certainly a big concern for all of us. We know our own bodies the best and have to be assertive when dealing with the people that provide meds for us. Also be sure to use the love, compassion, understanding, and support of your husband. Sometimes we don't see the "big picture" because we are right in the middle of the storm. I know my husband is always with me when I talk to a dr. about medications. He can sometimes have a more objective vision of the meds and the changes they make in me. We don't want to feel the panic, anxiety, and/or depression we are feeling right now, but we also don't want to be zombies and not feel ANYTHING.
I hope your appointment goes well. Keep the faith, and don't forget to let me know how things go at the appointment.
Kelly
Sharon,
You go girl! Taking control and not letting other people's problems become our problems is not easy, but sure does make us feel better!! I'll be praying for you this coming week as you increase your time at work. Be sure to let me know how it goes! :) The day at the spa sounds wonderful! I'm jealous! You deserve to pamper yourself.
Thanks for the info on the pages, I didn't know that.
Kelly
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