Posted by socks on December 29, 2003, at 17:23:43
In reply to Re: Cyclothymia or Bipolar? Need inspiration!!!!, posted by Utopia on December 29, 2003, at 13:28:32
Thank You Utopia,
I appreciate the speedy response and kind words. I had a meeting this afternoon with my therapist and we talked alot about hope and acceptance of this label. She says she can help me with many of my fears, ie; self doubts, self esteem, etc. I hope she is up to the challenge, I am so scared of this. I know the hardest part will be handling my own exectations. I see myself as a failure, something that I don't know if I can come to grips with.
I will see my Psychiatrist tomorrow and see where we go from here. Iknow two weeks is a little early to expect alot from the Depakote. I have to trust that the psych will be able to chart my course but trusting is not one of my finer qualities. My therapst suggests that I take some time off work so I can take a break. I don't feel like I can do that.
You said that you have been dealing with this for years. Has it affected your work, marriage, etc? Have you ever taken time off from work to deal with this?
I am so glad that I found this board and again, am grateful for your response. I will try not to give up hope and work to look ahead. The hardest things we ever do are ultimately the most rewarding.
Thanks Again,
Socks
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