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Posted by Krissy P on March 14, 2003, at 0:00:46
Hi all, I just wanted to share. First, Ron, when you posted to me, I felt like I was being dissed. I know that you meant well, and I have just been through so much with these meds that I felt like you were another doc-just preaching to me-that's my stuff. I took it that way, and I apologize if I came across upset. I was, but I know now that you took the time to help and reply to me-and I appreciate that-I really do.
Next, I have to say that I am in a good mood. But more importantly, because I really told myself that I am NOT responsible for my family's happiness. I am grateful I have a place to live, however, my mom is one of the most negative people I have met. I actually talked to myself and told myself that I am not responsible for her happiness and for some reason, it works better when I actually SAY it so I can HEAR it. Anyone relate? My point is, is that sometimes I get caught up in trying to change people-ESPECIALLY my familty that I forget me and my dreams, goals, and needs-something NO med is going to give me. I truly believe that meds certainly help and I am not saying they have no use-obviously. They are a blessing to all of us, not always, but nonetheless, a blessing.
As far as Lamictal-last night I took 50mg and slept well, and had no dreams. I didn't have any cycling today, and if I felt the depression creeping in, I immediately prayed, and thought of positive things. I have many feelings, as I know we all do, that I cannot share on this board, but I wanted to apologize to Ron, and definately continue to share my experience getting back on this Lamictal and Effexor-XR (even though 50mg of Lamictal is not a therapeutic dose;)) I was telling Ron, that I am one of those people that do not need large doses of meds to get a positive effect, and many of my docs have remarked the same. That surprises me, becaues I am heavy set, thinking the more weight you have, the more meds you need. I wonder if that is even true? I will take 50mg Lamictal tonight also, and continue to be patient and chill, like I am so good at advising sometime others of doing.
I also want to say that I am very thankful for you all, and I appreciate the caring, concern, and help regarding my posts-and nope, I'm not manic-I just wanted to post this because I respect each and everyone of you for sharing, helping, and being a survivor. *hugs*
That's all I wanted to say:-):-)
Kristen
Posted by Rainbowlight on March 14, 2003, at 2:41:37
In reply to Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too), posted by Krissy P on March 14, 2003, at 0:00:46
I'm so glad to hear you are feeling better. It's always nice to here that! I also take a small Lamictal dose (100 mgs. a day) and require small doses in all of my other meds too, you're not the only one. Hope the meds continue to work for you!
Posted by Krissy P on March 14, 2003, at 10:50:02
In reply to Re: Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too), posted by Rainbowlight on March 14, 2003, at 2:41:37
Thank you *hugs to you* Hope you are doing well.
It helps to know I'm not alone on this issue.
:-)
Kristen
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I'm so glad to hear you are feeling better. It's always nice to here that! I also take a small Lamictal dose (100 mgs. a day) and require small doses in all of my other meds too, you're not the only one. Hope the meds continue to work for you!
Posted by Ron Hill on March 14, 2003, at 12:32:35
In reply to Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too), posted by Krissy P on March 14, 2003, at 0:00:46
Hi Kristen,
> First, Ron, when you posted to me, I felt like I was being dissed.
I'm sorry Krissy. It was not my intent to make you feel dissed. In hindsight, perhaps I should have been gentler and less stern.
> Next, I have to say that I am in a good mood.
Good. I'm happy to hear it. Do you think it will continue?
>I wanted to apologize to Ron
Apologize for what? Your response to my post did not hurt my feelings. You did not do anything wrong. I care about what happens to you Krissy.
>I was telling Ron, that I am one of those people that do not need large doses of meds to get a positive effect, and many of my docs have remarked the same.
I can relate. I am very med sensitive, also. For example, micro-doses (e.g.; 5 mg) of an SSRI will induce hypomania. I'm hypersensitive to every psychotropic medication I've ever taken.
-- Ron
Posted by Krissy P on March 14, 2003, at 12:45:42
In reply to Re: Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too) » Krissy P, posted by Ron Hill on March 14, 2003, at 12:32:35
Hi Ron-you're a great guy! Thanks for caring. I know you meant well, and I'm over it-that's why I posted this last night, I felt a little bad for kinda jumpin down your throat-I just needed to make some points. I hope my mood continues to stabilize more. I'm hypersensitive to every psychotropic medication too, maybe if you would have said that I wouldn't have gotten upset, it may have helped me to feel more validated-no biggie.
Something that is bothering me is that I am not losing much weight, but I'm also not trying. I was never overweight, and for the last 10 years, with all these med trials, I have gained. I understand that I don't exercise much but I am trying to eat a lot better, and have suceeded. I eat a lot of salmon, and drink more water lately, but I get so depressed when I see my puffy face. I bought a bike and it is still sitting in my garage with the tags on it
:-( I gotta do something. I thought about joining 24-hour fitness, a friend says she would go with me, although, at this point I am prepared to do it alone. I think a personal trainer would do me wonmders! I know in my heart I deserve to get thin again and I can do it-but what the heck is holding me back???
(I'm not huge, but pretty chubby) so I gotta do something-I've been saying this for years.
Any thoughts?
Kristen
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Good. I'm happy to hear it. Do you think it will continue?
I care about what happens to you Krissy.
I am very med sensitive, also. For example, micro-doses (e.g.; 5 mg) of an SSRI will induce hypomania. I'm hypersensitive to every psychotropic medication I've ever taken.
-- Ron
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