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Posted 4/22/2017 9:52 PM (GMT 0)
Hi everyone,

I pop in here every once in a while. I have been having symptoms for a while now. I honestly can't remember when they started. It's weird, you'd think I could remember but I can't.

First of all let me say that I am not crying. I have absolutely no thoughts of hurting myself. Some days are better than others. I guess I can describe it as being in a funk.

I could stay in my home for days but I have to make myself leave. Running errands is hard but I do it anyway. I can work around the house, doing that does make me feel like I have accomplished something.

The past year and a half was trying. My mother died in March of 2016. I caught my kitchen on fire in Sept of 2016. After the fire, I could no longer live in my house. I had to live with my 23 yr old daughter for 6 months.

Today, I have a new place in a beautiful area. There is a lake outside my back door. The move was trying. I had to move what was saveable, from my old house into my new one. Getting a 2 story house into a place that does not even have a bedroom, was hard.


Let me end this by saying, right now, I have much to be grateful for. I love the new house. I have a little bit of money in the bank so I'm not destitute.

I have never had a depression like this before. It worries me. This sounds dumb but my previous depressions have been bad. This one, I'm just bleh.

Thanks for reading this book. I really appreciate it.

Post Edited (countryhearts) : 4/22/2017 3:56:53 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 4/23/2017 1:14 AM (GMT 0)
You say:

1. "I guess I can describe it as being in a funk."

2. "I have never had a depression like this before. It worries me. This sounds dumb but my previous depressions have been bad. This one, I'm just bleh."

Sorry to hear about this.

I'm bipolar, live by myself, not much social. One thing that has helped me is, I need a helper from time to time, and this one woman first came by about four months ago.

about her 2nd or 3rd time over here I'll say, she told a little bit of a joke and I didn't laugh. I was thinking, "I don't laugh."

Today, she was over here on one of her frequent visits and she told a joke and I heard someone laughing and I almost turned around to see who it was. It was me.

Wait a minute. What happened to the guy who only a few months ago was thinking, "I don't laugh"?

Same guy, except for some socialization.

So, I'm saying, if there is some way you could increase your socialization, it might help. If you could get out to do some volunteer work, such as at a hospital, senior citizens home, walking dogs at a dog pound.

Do you sleep OK? Have you ever been to a psychiatrist or on anti-depressants?

Did your parents or grandparents have emotional problems? Maybe that's where it came from.

It's good that you reached out for help. We're not going anywhere.
Posted 4/23/2017 2:13 AM (GMT 0)
keep strong.
Posted 4/23/2017 9:25 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Countryhearts,

I was wondering if you take any medication? Maybe it is time for an adjustment or to start if you don't. The blah feeling can get worse for some.

Sounds like things are going good for you. It would be hard to say what caused it. Your mother passing or your house on fire. Or both. It is strange how depression can fall upon us. It can be situational or it can be a chemical imbalance.

Do you have a doctor you could see? Can you see a therapist? These are just a couple of places to start if you want to go that route.

I hope that you feel better soon my friend.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 4/23/2017 3:24 PM (GMT 0)
Country hearts,
Karen has asked all my questions,she is always 1 step ahead so my two cents is if you have not answered yes to her questions,give them some serious consideration
Good luck
Posted 4/23/2017 5:57 PM (GMT 0)

getting by said...
Hi Countryhearts,

I was wondering if you take any medication? Maybe it is time for an adjustment or to start if you don't. The blah feeling can get worse for some.

Sounds like things are going good for you. It would be hard to say what caused it. Your mother passing or your house on fire. Or both. It is strange how depression can fall upon us. It can be situational or it can be a chemical imbalance.

Do you have a doctor you could see? Can you see a therapist? These are just a couple of places to start if you want to go that route.

I hope that you feel better soon my friend.

Hugs, Karen...

Hi Karen,

Yes, I am on meds. I have been for years. I go to my therapist on Monday, she is aware of the struggle I've been having. I go see my mental health Dr on Tuesday. We'll talk then.

I'll keep you all updated and thank you all, very much, for you posts. smile
Posted 4/24/2017 4:20 PM (GMT 0)
country hearts,

Depression would be natural reaction to what you experienced in the past year.

Now that you are settled, you can focus on you, some self-kindness.
Sitting by the lake, closing your eyes and listening. Just listening, just for 10min a day.

This alone may show a nice improvement in your mood.

Do things that please you, the you always wanted to do, buy never did.

I have a list, here are some the I have not done yet [most of the time I go on my own, others think I am off, when I ask if they are interested, poo on them]:

Visit local art museum, sketch sculpture, etc...

Library on rainy days, request to see rare books

Parks, blanket, my dogs and sketch book

Stay over night in New Hope, NJ [with out hubby] no hubby so I can peruse the art and BOOK shops at my our pace with out the, sighs and eye rolls. No chef stores in New Hope.

Sell my art work at Art and/or Craft shows on weekends.

I hope my interests spark something in you.
Peace
Trina
Posted 4/24/2017 6:02 PM (GMT 0)
Countryhearts,


I am glad you are seeing somebody on Monday and Tuesday. If you want, check in and let us know how things went.

I hope you have a good day today...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 4/24/2017 7:04 PM (GMT 0)

BnotAfraid said...
country hearts,

Depression would be natural reaction to what you experienced in the past year.

Now that you are settled, you can focus on you, some self-kindness.
Sitting by the lake, closing your eyes and listening. Just listening, just for 10min a day.

This alone may show a nice improvement in your mood.

Do things that please you, the you always wanted to do, buy never did.

I have a list, here are some the I have not done yet [most of the time I go on my own, others think I am off, when I ask if they are interested, poo on them]:

Visit local art museum, sketch sculpture, etc...

Library on rainy days, request to see rare books

Parks, blanket, my dogs and sketch book

Stay over night in New Hope, NJ [with out hubby] no hubby so I can peruse the art and BOOK shops at my our pace with out the, sighs and eye rolls. No chef stores in New Hope.

Sell my art work at Art and/or Craft shows on weekends.

I hope my interests spark something in you.
Peace

Trina,

Boy you can say that again. I lose my mother. I destroyed my kitchen. Last year, truly sucked.

I don't even feel like talking. I don't post online much. I am taking my meds religiously. I see my med Dr in the morning.

Thank you so much for posting to me.
Trina
Posted 4/24/2017 7:11 PM (GMT 0)
Remember you are not alone.

We are here for you. My email is on my profile. Just put HW in subject, I tend to delete emails every day,

there is always someone willing to listen and support you here.

Even eating ice cream can make you feel better, in moderation of course.

Peace
trina
Posted 4/24/2017 7:14 PM (GMT 0)

getting by said...
Countryhearts,


I am glad you are seeing somebody on Monday and Tuesday. If you want, check in and let us know how things went.

I hope you have a good day today...

Hugs, Karen...

Hi Karen,

I had a good therapy session this morning. I am learning about myself. I see my mental health Dr tomorrow. We have a lot to talk about.

I'm really down this afternoon. I'm going to go outside this evening and sit by the lake.

I'll let you know what the Dr and I decide tomorrow.
Posted 4/25/2017 9:19 AM (GMT 0)
Enjoy the lake, I bet it is peaceful. Lucky you... There is a river not far from me I can visit if nobody else is there it is awesome...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 4/25/2017 7:03 PM (GMT 0)

getting by said...
Enjoy the lake, I bet it is peaceful. Lucky you... There is a river not far from me I can visit if nobody else is there it is awesome...

Hugs, Karen...

HI Karen, Hi everyone,

I went today to see my mental health physician. After our meeting, she upped my Pristiq 50 mgs. Let's hope this helps me.

I'm going back outside tonight to enjoy the lake again.

Have a great day, everyone.
Posted 4/25/2017 7:37 PM (GMT 0)
I take pristiq too. 150mg a day. I like it a lot.

I am glad you can go to the lake. Being in nature helps us to feel better. Listen to the waves and the birds.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 4/25/2017 11:46 PM (GMT 0)

getting by said...
I take pristiq too. 150mg a day. I like it a lot.

I am glad you can go to the lake. Being in nature helps us to feel better. Listen to the waves and the birds.

Hugs, Karen...


Pristiq saved my life. Before it, I tried several meds that always did "ok." Pristiq isn't perfect but it's enabled me to have more stability in my life. It, along with a couple other meds, work really well together, for me.

This is the first struggle I've had, since being put on Pristiq years ago.

My house sits right on a lake.

Post Edited (countryhearts) : 4/25/2017 5:50:54 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 4/26/2017 12:13 AM (GMT 0)
How much do you take, maybe you need an increase. I guess they only go up to 150. People have taken more but it doesn't really help.

I am glad you live on a lake. That is extra special. We have a river in walking distance. Some small more private lakes. Houses around them. They are still nice.

I Hope you had a good day.

Mine was pretty good. Went shopping this morning and picking mushrooms this evening. Took a walk with my dog this morning too so I got a lot of walking in today which is good.

Take care...

Hugs, Karen...
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