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Posted 11/17/2014 4:26 PM (GMT 0)
Overall I'm doing better with managing my anxiety compared to 3-4 months ago. I think the Zoloft has helped me feel more calm and consistent, although I still have those anxious moments, I feel more in control. However I have what I am calling "off" days. I'll feel tired, unmotivated, sleepy (difficulty focusing, keeping eyes open), light headed, headache, mild dizziness, soar throat / throat tightness. Sometimes I'll have a weird sensation in my left arm, or both arms, or some chest discomfort.

I also have those days were I just don't feel like doing anything and its hard to get motivated to work out. I was working out 45 - 80 minutes a day before my anxiety issues really got bad in late August. Now I don't feel as motivated to work out. I'm wondering if the Zoloft is having an impact or maybe the fear I had before is no longer driving me to work out as much.

Anyone else experience something similar?
Posted 11/17/2014 5:00 PM (GMT 0)
GF.,

Oh gosh yes!...

...and I always think the same thing..."What if I don't snap out of this?"

...but I always do, and am back to feeling normal again soon enough.

I think that everyone goes through this. Use your coping skills everyday...more so on the off days.

Get back into your exercise routine slowly but surely...this will help you to feel your best in general. Start out with a small goal, so you won't feel overwhelmed and skip it entirely.

Know that we understand and are here cheering you on! We need each other for that on the tough days, right?

Talk to you soon,

S.C.
Posted 11/17/2014 5:39 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Scaredy Cat,

Thanks, yes the off days its definitely good to get some support and reassurance!

The weird thing is usually once I start working out I feel fine and can keep going.

Something else I noticed too, usually my GERD is more bothersome on those pesky off days.
Posted 11/17/2014 9:25 PM (GMT 0)
When I am having stomach issues...my whole being feels off. The digestive system is very central, and plays a big part in how we feel!

S.C.
Posted 11/17/2014 10:12 PM (GMT 0)
I feel on those days like maybe I need to up the SSRI
but maybe it's just an off day ..
Posted 11/17/2014 11:24 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, so many off days! I do my best to do something very day, even if it's simply somethjng for me like a yoga class or some time to read. I think one of my issues might be SAD since this got worse last year in winter and has started back up again in full force since daylight savings started. Today I did nothing for a few hours but watch tv. I just try to breathe and use my coping skills to motivate myself to not fall into a depression. It's hard. Really, really hard! This is a great place to come to for support!
Posted 11/18/2014 12:27 AM (GMT 0)
There are some days where I feel this. I can't really explain the feeling. It just isn't right.

I'm having a bad day today, but I'm used to this particular feeling.

The off feeling is just so strange...
Posted 11/18/2014 1:05 AM (GMT 0)
recently started zoloft ,hate it and feeling more depressed than ever .

need a change but depression is culprit here of how you feel and my feelings i am more aware of them now .

change of medication is frustrating but helps .

dizziness,sleepy and tired ...i can relate to you and hate this .
Posted 11/18/2014 1:12 AM (GMT 0)
cilly,

How recently did you begin the Zoloft?

John
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