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Posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 0:27:46
In reply to How do we find each other?, posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 20:08:46
Hello all..I'm confused as to where we are supposed to post anymore and this is giving me anxiety from not wanting to lose touch with everyone...So not sure what to do?...I'm willing to give my e-mail address if anyone would like it...thanks and hope this all works out..Mystic
Posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 0:31:20
In reply to Re: Redirected: more, posted by susielalala on March 12, 2004, at 18:05:28
I'm up for the chat...lets not lose touch...Mystic
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 13, 2004, at 8:40:01
In reply to Re: Redirected: more, posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 0:31:20
> I dont think i'm understanding where we should go for just general support ...I get on to the site through google...lexapro and side effects then I click on the appropriate one..
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> MysticIt looks like you can get here through Google, too, try "simus redirected". Or you can bookmark one of the posts here, do you know how to bookmark web pages?
> most of our talk IS about dose increases, benzos, etc. why cant we just keep our thread? it is very comforting to a lot of very anxious people!
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> emilyI understand it's comforting, and that's one of the goals of this site, after all, but it's easier for other people to find information about medication there if lots of general support posts aren't mixed in.
> I feel like I did something bad and I'm being punished. I need to find you again.
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> jlynneIt's not bad to want to stay connected. But I think you could do that here, too. Plus if you click on "Psycho-Social-Babble" at either the top or the bottom of this page, you'll see that lots of other great posters are already here, and it might be interesting to meet them, too...
> I'm confused as to where we are supposed to post anymore and this is giving me anxiety from not wanting to lose touch with everyone...So not sure what to do?... hope this all works out..
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> MysticSorry about the anxiety. Getting used to something different is a transition, but I do think it'll work out. Thanks for your patience,
Bob
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 13, 2004, at 8:55:10
In reply to Re: RE; simus « mrs c, posted by Dr. Bob on March 8, 2004, at 7:55:31
RE:Mrs. C.
Posted by mystic on March 12, 2004, at 22:51:43
In reply to Re: emily, posted by mrs c on March 12, 2004, at 21:10:44
Mrs. C...Hello it is me mystic...How do you get to the social site please direct me dont want to lose touch with everyone...Still feeling anxious saw the dr today and she wanted me to up the dosage to 15mgs and she still really pushes the xanax but still only taking that once a day and seems to work...Glad to hear that you had a good visit with the therapist...I have an appt with a new one on wednesday so we will see how that goes...Just having a stressful night with everything going on so going to try to chill out..glad that the s/e are starting to even out but hope that you feel some good things from the increased dosage...will be thinking about you...and praying...please let me know about the site we are supposed to be using...thanks...Mystic
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RE:Mrs. C.
Posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 23:07:10
In reply to RE:Mrs. C., posted by mystic on March 12, 2004, at 22:51:43
Mystic, I just went up to 15mg yesterday. I feel about like I did when I first started with the 10mg - kind of spacey and headachy. I take Lorazepam to help me sleep, and I had to go up from 1mg to 1.5mg last night.
I think some of my anxiety is coming from not knowing where everybody went. I got to the social site by clicking on the link in one of Dr. Bob's re-directs. I have posted there, but no responses yet. I hope we all find each other soon! I am glad you are still around. jlynne
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RE: jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 12, 2004, at 23:09:37
In reply to RE:Mrs. C., posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 23:07:10
jlynne...are we allowed to give e-mail addresses...I dont want to lose people on the site either that is scarey to me right now...keep me posted and i would share my e-mail address...thanks Mystic
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RE: jlynne
Posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 23:12:05
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 12, 2004, at 23:09:37
Have you figured out how to get over to the other site yet? If so, please post over there; I don't want to post this kind of messages here, if it means risking losing you, too! jlynne
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RE: jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 12, 2004, at 23:14:29
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 23:12:05
jlynne...havent figured it out yet ...thought i did but didnt see anyone over there that I knew or that was writing about Lexapro or anything like that...so you dont think e-mails can be exchanged....mystic
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Re: Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 23:17:19
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 12, 2004, at 23:14:29
Mystic, how do we exchange emails without making them available to everyone else on the board?
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Re: Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 23:24:25
In reply to Re: Mystic, posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 23:17:19
This is the address of the site I was re-directed to:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/social/20040305/msgs/321962.html
Is that where you went?
jlynne
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Re: Mystic
Posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 0:30:04
In reply to Re: Mystic, posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 23:17:19
jlynne...good question...hmmm not sure...but mine is mystichyd39@aol.com....guess i have trust...talk to you soon...Mystic
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Re: Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:07:54
In reply to Re: Mystic, posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 0:30:04
Mystic, I tried to send you an email, but it came back undeliverable . . . jlynne
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Searching Still
Posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 2:09:26
In reply to Re: Mystic, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:07:54
Mystic, I upped my dose to 15mg yesterday and had to take extra Lorazepam to compensate,so I am feeling pretty spacey right now. I hope I make sense. If you go to the psycho social page, scroll way down, I have started a new thread called "Redirected Lexaproers". Maybe the others will find it, too. jlynne
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Re: Searching Still
Posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 2:41:25
In reply to Searching Still, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 2:09:26
[like I said before, I increased my Lorazepam yesterday, and I'm feeling a little fuzzy, so I hope this makes sense] A shortcut is to go to the page where we were redirected, up at the top of the page click "Framed" and it will split the page into left and right sides. Scroll way down on the left side. That is the entire Psycho Social board. That's where I started the new thread. jlynne
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RE:jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 8:00:51
In reply to Re: Searching Still, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 2:41:25
jlynne or anyone else...sorry it was late it was not 39 it was 38 so here it is again...mystichyd38@aol.com...Hope that you feel a little better today...just try to relax and breathe and you know you should really try to get out of the house I know that with me the weekends are the worst because I dont have any structure and I dont have a plan..I always need a plan or I will just sit and watch tv...so maybe you should try to get out of the house...Let me know how you are doing and I tried that new one and couldnt find it will work on it more later..off to arobics...Hope to talk to you soon...A Friend Mystic
Posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 9:59:53
In reply to Redirected: more, posted by Dr. Bob on March 13, 2004, at 8:55:10
Morning Simus..How are you doing today...hope your meds are working for you and you are having a good weekend...Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 10:37:02
In reply to RE: Simus, posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 9:59:53
Mystic, if you found this message, you are in the right place. Go to the very top of this screen and find "Framed", click it and you will get the split frame window. Scroll down on the left frame, and you will find all of the social threads, including ours.
I will be out of town today, back later tonite. I will keep in touch. I slept well and am feeling better today. I will try the email. jlynne
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 13, 2004, at 10:47:19
In reply to Redirected: more, posted by Dr. Bob on March 12, 2004, at 2:30:47
Posted by mrs c on March 12, 2004, at 8:06:21
Hey, are any of you guys checking this site? Dr. Bob is redirecting many of our posts here. It seems that we are getting a little too friendly and we need to use the social site. I am really concerned that I will not be able to keep in contact with all of you. I rely upon you all so much for support and really like to know what is going on with all of you. Please respond so that I know you are still with me. Mrs. C
Posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 11:45:34
In reply to Re: Redirected: Mystic, Lexy, K, Lynne all « mrs c, posted by Dr. Bob on March 13, 2004, at 10:47:19
Mrs. C, Mystic and I have finally found our way to the main psycho social board. I have started a new thread there called "Redirected Lexaproers". I know that Mystic is very anxious to hear from you. Let me know if you need help finding it.
Actually, if you go to the top of this page and click "Framed" it will split the window into two frames - if you scroll all the way down on the left pane you will find us. Good luck. jlynne
Posted by kateincali on March 13, 2004, at 12:20:21
In reply to How do we find each other?, posted by jlynne on March 12, 2004, at 20:08:46
Just wanted to thank everyone for sharing their side effects on Lexapro with me...it totally helps knowing that other have been or still are going through this.
It's especially hard to open up to people in my graduate program, everyone seems to have everything so together, while I feel myself unraveling at the seams. I've been daunting a mask these last few months, smiling and acting calm and collected in my classes, but I have felt somewhat of a release these last few days, posting here and opening up to a few friends in person.
It's like I'm afraid for people to see my flaws, my weaknesses, but I'm told that others will see me more as human, and less as an object of perfection.
So thanks everyone for listening, and writing, mystic, ms. c, Bob Yuma, want info...and everyone else. It's helped so much!
Posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 20:05:02
In reply to thanks for the kind words..., posted by kateincali on March 13, 2004, at 12:20:21
Hi Kateincali, I know what you mean about not being able to open up to people you know. I have not told any of my friends about my problems. I feel like I have to put up this "perfect person" front for everyone. That's why I come here each night. It helps so much! Maybe that's part of my problem!?? Mrs. C
Posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 20:36:07
In reply to thanks for the kind words..., posted by kateincali on March 13, 2004, at 12:20:21
Hello Kate..I think that we can all say we have that problem...You wouldnt believe how many would never even in a million years suspect that I have this problem..In fact one of the patients was asking why I had lost so much weight and I told her that I had been sick and that I had been depressed and I thought she was going to faint...I am a very friendly..funny..people person that people just take a liking to and I can joke with anyone..which is a curse because you think that you have to always be that way even when you dont feel good and that is hard...but sometimes It can bring you out of yourself and forget...its a catch 22...but I hope that you feel better and that you make it to the other site that we are posting on now because I think we are just supposed to use this one for meds only...Take good care of yourself...Mystic
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 14, 2004, at 9:03:17
In reply to Re: Redirected: Mystic, Lexy, K, Lynne all, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 11:45:34
> I have started a new thread there called "Redirected Lexaproers".
Just in case this is still confusing for anyone, here's a link:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/social/20040305/msgs/323847.html
Bob
Posted by LynneDa on March 15, 2004, at 17:21:47
In reply to RE: kate, posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 20:36:07
Hi ladies . . . I found you! I don't see any posts on this thread from 3/14 or 3/15, but hopefully everyone has found this part of the site. I've been away from the computer for a few days and had a lot of catching up to do.
It sounds like some of you had varying degrees of good & bad days last weekend. Keep in mind that recovery is a jagged line, but it is a line always going uphill! You have to wait a week or a month then look back to assess the sum total of that space of time to really evaluate if it's working! In the meantime, keep the faith and keep addressing the individual symptoms - like insomnia and/or anxiety - ask for help to work through those moments, hours or days.
Mystic, did you decide to up to 15 mgs yet? Emily, how are you feeling today? Mrs. C., you sound wonderful as always, I'm so glad you found a therapist. Do you like her/him?
It is amazing how many people struggle with depression or other mental illnesses - and are able to put on a happy, public face! Is it a tribute to the strength of human nature or just sad that we feel we are forced to do it?!? I guess it depends on the degree to which you force yourself.
When I started talking about it at work a bit, I found that 3 women in my dept. (women I thought I knew well and have worked with for over 15 years) have been on an anti-depressant at one time in their adult life. I didn't feel so all alone then - they are all over 50 and I'm 40, so they are now my "mentors" through this stage of my life!
Please everyone, hang in there and keep looking for the big picture. Mystic, you sound so much better than you did a week or so ago, I hope it reflects how you are feeling! Whew, this is long, sorry!
Take care & God bless!
~ Lynne
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Hello Kate..I think that we can all say we have that problem...You wouldnt believe how many would never even in a million years suspect that I have this problem..In fact one of the patients was asking why I had lost so much weight and I told her that I had been sick and that I had been depressed and I thought she was going to faint...I am a very friendly..funny..people person that people just take a liking to and I can joke with anyone..which is a curse because you think that you have to always be that way even when you dont feel good and that is hard...but sometimes It can bring you out of yourself and forget...its a catch 22...but I hope that you feel better and that you make it to the other site that we are posting on now because I think we are just supposed to use this one for meds only...Take good care of yourself...Mystic
Posted by mystic on March 15, 2004, at 20:14:45
In reply to RE: Hello group! » mystic, posted by LynneDa on March 15, 2004, at 17:21:47
Lynne...another great post thanks..!!!mystic
Posted by Mrs. C on March 15, 2004, at 21:00:57
In reply to RE: Hello group! » mystic, posted by LynneDa on March 15, 2004, at 17:21:47
Lynne, Glad you are back with us. I missed your insightful posts. I am feeling pretty good, thank you! How are you feeling these days. You sound wonderful. Mrs. C
Posted by mystic on March 15, 2004, at 22:02:51
In reply to Re: Redirected: Mystic, Lexy, K, Lynne all « mrs c, posted by Dr. Bob on March 13, 2004, at 10:47:19
Simus...havnt heard from you for a while..where are you ...how are you...Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 16, 2004, at 2:08:48
In reply to re: In search of simus, posted by mystic on March 15, 2004, at 22:02:51
> Simus...havnt heard from you for a while..where are you ...how are you...Mystic
Mystic, I saw Simus over in Psycho Babble Faith a couple days ago. You should check out that board, too:)
I miss you, too, Simus:) ...jlynne
Posted by want info on March 16, 2004, at 10:38:56
In reply to RE: Hello group!, posted by Mrs. C on March 15, 2004, at 21:00:57
hi all...lynne i already heard from you today but the support is fantastic...can't believe it might take 8 or 9 weeks but it does make me feel better, like the spaciness isn't forever :)
you sound great!
hi to everyone else...
EM
Posted by ednababish on March 17, 2004, at 10:19:07
In reply to Re: How do we find each other?, posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 0:27:46
Posted by jlynne on March 17, 2004, at 10:53:40
In reply to Re: How do we find each other? (nm), posted by ednababish on March 17, 2004, at 10:19:07
Edna, go to the top of this screen and click Psycho Social Babble; then scroll all the way down to "Magdalena" and you will see our new thread (it is very long). You should start seeing some names you recognize. Good luck! We've missed you:) ...jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 17, 2004, at 17:33:23
In reply to Re: How do we find each other? » ednababish, posted by jlynne on March 17, 2004, at 10:53:40
Edna listen to jlynne..it took me a while..but come and find us..how are you doing??/good I hope...See you soon in the other room..hey that almost rhymes...haha..Mystic
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 18, 2004, at 0:04:12
In reply to re: Edna, posted by mystic on March 17, 2004, at 17:33:23
> See you soon in the other room..
This room? I think you're already here! :-) Sorry this is so confusing...
Bob
Posted by jlynne on March 18, 2004, at 2:07:20
In reply to re: other room, posted by Dr. Bob on March 18, 2004, at 0:04:12
> > See you soon in the other room..
>
> This room? I think you're already here! :-) Sorry this is so confusing...
>
> Bob[I believe she meant to say the other "thread") I told you it was confusing!
Alas . . . jlynne
Posted by sexylexy on March 18, 2004, at 17:00:07
In reply to Re: Redirected: Mystic, Lexy, K, Lynne all, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 11:45:34
Lex Family,
Are we supposed to now just post here or both places, I am rather confused, but like all of you do not want to lose touch with anyone!!!
Help!
Lexy
Posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 17:04:06
In reply to I think I am confused, posted by sexylexy on March 18, 2004, at 17:00:07
Lexy - good question! I guess if it deals with meds stay on the psycho babble thread. If it's just general stuff, go to the social thread. If it's both, you can safely stay on psycho-babble cuz you mention meds. If there's no mention of meds, better put it on social.
Just never start a new thread and we will always get everyone's messages (if we always check "notify you of later follow-ups to this thread".) You can just change the title, like you did.
Now, isn't that as clear as mud?!?!
~ Lynne
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