Posted by tina on August 19, 2000, at 18:56:51
In reply to Re: try?--Emily, posted by emily on August 19, 2000, at 11:07:58
Self-sabotage is a major theme in my life Em. I always seem to do the things that are or will e the wrong thing in the end. It IS the depression that causes these priority shifts so don't worry too much. Settle back and accept the fact that you have a chemical problem that needs time to be fixed and try not to put the blame on yourself. I wish you the very best
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Tina> Thanks, Tina. I think I'm afraid to feel better, resistant to healing. If this shifts, then everything will shift... Maybe I will give the meds a chance and see. It feels good to connect. Thanks.
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> > Hi Em:
> > What you're feeling is normal hun. That's one of depression's major symptoms. Give yourself some time on the meds and with therapy, it'll improve with patience. In the mean time, try to think of the things you like about yourself and things you like to do and concentrate on those instead of the angry at self stuff. This will pass, just give yourself a break. Be good to yourself and the rest will sort itself out.
> > Best wishes and hugs
> > Tina
> >
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> > Hi. I have been dealing with depression (dysthymia?) for as long as I can remember. During the worst times, I feel compelled to NOT do the things that would seem to make the most sense--like exercising, eating well... Going to therapy and taking meds (just started) feels okay--even good. But making other commitments feels impossible. Has anyone had any luck with treating themselves with kindness when faced with low motivation? I feel stuck in an angry-at-self cycle...
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