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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
Posted by want info on March 18, 2004, at 17:05:15
In reply to Re: I think I am confused » sexylexy, posted by LynneDa on March 18, 2004, at 17:04:06
hey lexy...lynne is right...you should still be receiving email notifications from both threads right? i think most of us are on both...EM
Posted by Mrs. C on March 18, 2004, at 17:20:12
In reply to I think I am confused, posted by sexylexy on March 18, 2004, at 17:00:07
Lexy, while you were away Dr. Bob redirected us to the social site. Apparently we were getting off track and talking more about our social issues instead of our lex issues. We all have moved over to that site to talk socially about our issues but still check the other board too. I still would like to help others who need it when they are first beginning the lex.
Congrats on handling a difficult situation with grace and dignity rather than exploding at someone. How hard it must be to control yourself with something so personal as cheating! I'm not sure I could have done it! As for your friend, just be there for her. It sounds as though she's gonna need you and soon probably. Mrs. C
Posted by ednababish on March 21, 2004, at 11:04:15
In reply to Re: RE; simus « mrs c, posted by Dr. Bob on March 8, 2004, at 7:55:31
Just sending this link to myself so I'll have it
Posted by susielalala on October 22, 2004, at 23:11:45
In reply to Re: RE; simus « mrs c, posted by Dr. Bob on March 8, 2004, at 7:55:31
Why did everyone leave. I am missing reading all of your posts. Please come back. Ali
Posted by sexylexy on October 23, 2004, at 10:37:12
In reply to Where is everyone????, posted by susielalala on October 22, 2004, at 23:11:45
susilala,
There were a lot of fighting that went on last week. I think people are trying to cool off. I have been talking to a few people on email and Anakin is going to set up something for all of us to get back together. I hate that everyone is in a fight, I miss the sight and all the fun...sad...Please keel in touch with me. Luckyad@aol.com
Posted by trucker on October 26, 2004, at 20:43:08
In reply to Where is everyone????, posted by susielalala on October 22, 2004, at 23:11:45
it seems the lex doesn't work as well when it is that time of the month and we all get fussy
trucker
////////////////////////////////////////////////////> Why did everyone leave. I am missing reading all of your posts. Please come back. Ali
Posted by sexylexy on October 28, 2004, at 12:10:47
In reply to Re: Where is everyone????, posted by trucker on October 26, 2004, at 20:43:08
I miss everyone too!!!
Lexy
Posted by Mrs. C on October 28, 2004, at 15:06:58
In reply to Re: Where is everyone????, posted by sexylexy on October 28, 2004, at 12:10:47
It seems that everyone got turned off by comments made here recently. Me included. Join us at our new site. We can cuss and tell people off without getting into trouble or being redirected by Dr. Bob (no offense Dr. Bob) If interested let me know. Mrs. C
Posted by jlynne on October 28, 2004, at 17:33:15
In reply to Re: Where is everyone????, posted by Mrs. C on October 28, 2004, at 15:06:58
Hey, I am still here, and I don't plan on leaving any time soon:~) It is unfortunate that some of our sistas felt the need to leave our thread (and babble). I think we have all found some comfort here, and I honestly believe that we can re-establish our bond, if we really want to.
Even in "real life" families there are times when hurt feelings get in the way of healthy communication, but just as in "real life" families, I believe it is possible to heal the wounds and continue toward emotional growth.
I love everyone I have met in here, and I would love to see all of us find our way back together for the sake of healing. These threads are, after all, the best place in the world to practice relationship skills.
I am here for anyone who is willing to give it a try, and I appreciate how hard it will be to come back after such an emotional break. Please, keep this in mind . . . these boards were set up by a group of people who are objective and, for the most part uninvolved with our lives. We, on the other hand, are real people reaching out to other real people, and we all need to learn how to deal with life in a healthier way.
I am willing to stretch my emotional boundaries, if that is what it takes to bring people back, and I hope that everyone who left will look inside and recognize that we all need a better way to handle our emotions. Let's talk, ok?
I love you all.
((((sistas))))
. . . jlynne
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