Psycho-Babble Medication Thread 208912

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Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too)

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

 

Re: Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too)

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!

 

Re: Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too) » Rainbowlight

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!

 

Re: Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too) » Krissy P

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

 

Re: Can I Post Progress? (for Ron too) » Ron Hill

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
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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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