Posted by Michele on May 8, 2001, at 0:18:58
In reply to Re: beginning effexor xr--LIGHT, posted by light on May 7, 2001, at 22:29:45
Hi again,
Ya know what's funny? My therapist recommended going on Ad's also.... then after about 5 sessions she realized I didn't need it... and actually expressed that she was glad I didn't give in..... medication just isn't for anybody. Sometimes the anxiety of it... which I can tell your feeling.... makes it very rough to even work.
Probably something to definately consider... if you decide to do the effexor route... or any AD for that matter(hint,hint.... sorry)... then your valium will probably help the anxiety you'll be getting my taking them ya know? I would think.
I know what you feel like with that flip flop feeling... it's awful, and stressful.I like that you thought of meditation and yoga. I do both... I do many things that people would probably laugh at...but hey, these little things work. The two you mention, excersise, FORCING myself to hang out with friends(that one is tough when I mostly want to be alone).. and really silly things... like for instance, I write a letter to God on my computer every night. But.. no matter how strange, these things work for me.
My therapist is wonderful at giving me written exercises to figure things out about myself and my feelings. They really work. She's good. I'm glad your happy with yours.. that's very important.
Anyway.... good luck! I'll be thinking of ya, and hoping for the best, whatever you decide. Remember... there is advice.... but do what you feel is right..... drugs or no drugs. You know yourself best!
poster:Michele
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