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Posted by Happyflower on April 28, 2008, at 20:07:34
I finally don't feel so doom and gloom and want to lay in bed awake thinking of nothing but wanting to disappear within the covers and hide from life.
Today was my last day of school and I am so relieved, I have so many thing I have neglected because of my depression. So I feel like this is my chance of renewal. I am excited about my internship, I have learned so much from it already.
I think the Prozac is helping finally, and if only I can deal with some of the side effects. I can now understand why some don't take their meds because of the side effects can be really bad.
I have don't have therapy for a couple of weeks, and maybe I need a break from it. It is such a commitment emotionally, I think I should take advantage of this opportunity to think about my life.. I have been working hard and have built a wonderful relationship with my T that I value so much. I know I can go the the hard places with him because he cares about me and I feel safe with him.
I am going on a mini vacation next week full of hiking and canoing in one of my most favorite places. We have this log cabin with a full kitchen so you can eat breakfast in your pajamas and has a hot tub for after all the hiking that is done on the very rugged trails. We can have a campfire outside and roast marshmallows for smores with the kids. I feel a little guilty because I should be saving money, but our family needs this time away.I think I can get through this, I have hope for my future, I can see growth within myself, and can thank a lot of areas in my life that has helped me. I feel with my current T, I have moved mountains in my recovery compared to the 2 1/2 years I was with my other T.
I feel like I have matured some and are on a more promising path for my future. I still have a long way to go, but at least I am moving forward. Tonight I just feel good for once.
Posted by Dinah on April 28, 2008, at 20:11:56
In reply to I think my depression is getting better(ramble), posted by Happyflower on April 28, 2008, at 20:07:34
I'm glad. :)
Posted by Phillipa on April 28, 2008, at 23:39:59
In reply to Re: I think my depression is getting better(ramble » Happyflower, posted by Dinah on April 28, 2008, at 20:11:56
Congrats on school and you med. Glad the prozac is working. Love Phillipa
Posted by LadyBug on April 28, 2008, at 23:58:58
In reply to I think my depression is getting better(ramble), posted by Happyflower on April 28, 2008, at 20:07:34
Wow I wish I could come with to the log cabin. I could use some R&R right now!!!!!!!
Best I can do it get to bed!
Good night Happyflower.
LadyBug
Posted by backseatdriver on April 29, 2008, at 3:40:38
In reply to Re: I think my depression is getting better(ramble » Happyflower, posted by LadyBug on April 28, 2008, at 23:58:58
How long have you been at it with this therapist? I'm curious because I wonder how long it might take for me to get to the wonderful place you're at.
Well done, well done - your success has given me hope.
Posted by llurpsienoodle on April 29, 2008, at 6:18:03
In reply to I think my depression is getting better(ramble), posted by Happyflower on April 28, 2008, at 20:07:34
> Today was my last day of school and I am so relieved, I have so many thing I have neglected because of my depression. So I feel like this is my chance of renewal. I am excited about my internship, I have learned so much from it already.
sounds to me like your life has taken a turn for the better. at least you feel like you are once again the "master" of your own life. no profs dictating what you must turn in, and when deadlines are. (I find deadlines to be oppressive and depressing).
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> I think the Prozac is helping finally, and if only I can deal with some of the side effects. I can now understand why some don't take their meds because of the side effects can be really bad.
>
yep. meds are tricky, and they can really mess with your mind (in good ways and bad)> I have don't have therapy for a couple of weeks, and maybe I need a break from it. It is such a commitment emotionally, I think I should take advantage of this opportunity to think about my life.. I have been working hard and have built a wonderful relationship with my T that I value so much. I know I can go the the hard places with him because he cares about me and I feel safe with him.
> I am going on a mini vacation next week full of hiking and canoing in one of my most favorite places. We have this log cabin with a full kitchen so you can eat breakfast in your pajamas and has a hot tub for after all the hiking that is done on the very rugged trails. We can have a campfire outside and roast marshmallows for smores with the kids. I feel a little guilty because I should be saving money, but our family needs this time away.
>a strong therapeutic relationship can tolerate some "breaks" god knows I've had enough breaks this year already, and it's only april...
time to get the family together for some r&r. wonderful plan. screw the money. quality time isMUCH more important.
best wishes,
-Ll
Posted by rskontos on April 29, 2008, at 11:54:39
In reply to I think my depression is getting better(ramble), posted by Happyflower on April 28, 2008, at 20:07:34
Glad things are looking up :)
rsk
Posted by Angela2 on April 29, 2008, at 15:08:01
In reply to I think my depression is getting better(ramble), posted by Happyflower on April 28, 2008, at 20:07:34
Happyflower, I'm glad you're feeling better. It looks like you have a positive outlook on life. That is great!
Going hiking and camping sounds nice. Have fun!
Posted by Happyflower on April 30, 2008, at 21:27:57
In reply to I think my depression is getting better(ramble), posted by Happyflower on April 28, 2008, at 20:07:34
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