Thanks so much Karen and Kitt, You both know exactly what to say! Yes, there is a lot going on! I can hardly keep up with it all, no wonder I can hardly keep my head above water. Work was stressful,...
Thanks Frances, We are talking about having a very small ceremony. My parents and brother and his parents and brother and sister-in-law and their two kids. Or maybe just eloping. I really don't want...
Hi all, I haven't been on here for a while, about 6 months or so. At that time, I was doing really well. My therapist discontinued our sessions, but told me I was welcome to call her in case I ever...
I'm glad to hear that you won't be going cold turkey. It's no fun whatsoever. I also crave lots of unhealthy foods and the meals that my boyfriend makes are so good, it's hard to stop eating them! I...
Hi behindtheseeyes, When I graduated from college I got my belly button pierced. I had thought about it for three years before hand and I always thought it was kinda sexy. My ex-fience had also...
Hi all, I haven't been on here for a while, since things had been going extremely well. But, I've hit a bit of a road bump and could use some support. I just moved in with my boyfriend and now I...
Hi Olivia, I've been on celexa for over a year and I never had a problem with gaining weight until quite recently. (It's my boyfriend's amazing cooking and the lack of excerise!) I would strongly...
Hey all, Thanks for the responses. I also vented quite a bit with my friend over dinner this past weekend. It was great to have "girl talk." I talked more to her about my recent frustrations with my...
The sun is finally shining here after what has seemed like weeks of non-stop rain! /community/emoticons/roll.gif ...
Ever have one of those days that just doesn't start out that well and doesn't get much better? I got to work on time, which can be a struggle for me, but I did it. And waiting for me in my chair were...
I saw my therapist yesterday. We had a really great discussion about everything I've been bottling up lately. She reinforced that I'm not crazy and that it's okay to plan ahead, we just can't know...
The Good Stuff 1) Talked with one of my good friends last night to catch up and we made tentative plans to get together next weekend. 2) Had my therapist appointment yesterday, which made me feel so...
More good stuff... 1) Took a walk on my lunch break with a few co-workers. It was nice to get out of the cubicle for a little while! 2) Made reservations to go camping this weekend. Yippee! 3) Have...
I'm doing okay, thanks for asking. I did 20 minutes of Yoga this morning before going into work. Took a 20 minute walk on my lunch break and have been picking up my apartment, since I've gotten home....
Thank you to all for responding. It's always nice to know that there are folks here who are understanding, compassionate, and supportive. Today will be a better day. The sun is already shining! :)...
Great threat Kitt! (I shall do as you say oh wise one!) My good stuff... 1) Did 20 minutes of Yoga this morning, which made me feel centered, balanced and productive. 2) Bought a new coffee pot,...
My grandfather passed away a few weeks ago. I never liked the man, he was a racist and did not have a lot of respect for women. But, I miss him. I also just had my birthday, I'm now 34 years old. My...
Yeah, it's really great that he loves and trusts me enough to encourage me to go out with my friends. He even encourages it! I've never been in such a mature and trusting relationship where we each...
Hey all, the weather has been great here - finally! Sunny and in the 60's! Yippee! :) Dancing was fun, but I liked curling up with my man afterwards even more. He stayed home while I went out on the...
LOL, I went with red highlights. :) I'm a natural brunette and get red and gold highlights in the summertime, but just couldn't wait that long! I'm not sure if I like it just yet though... But, I'm...
Thanks Shy! Today it's sunny again and it's suppose to get up into the 70's! Whoo-who! I feel like a brand new woman. I've got an appointment with my doctor this morning to touch base and later on...
Thanks again Karen. I've managed to wash some dishes, pay some bills, make some lunch, take a shower, sort some laundry, pull up the storm windows, make some phone calls, and tidy up a bit. But, I...
Hi Leo, Just hit the "New Topic" button at the end of any post or at the top left hand side of the forum page. Then, just type away! Best of luck!...
Thanks Karen, I've only been on the pill for a little over a week and I'm told it'll take about three months until everything evens out. I just hope I can make it! I am looking forward to not worring...
I've taken the week off from work, since I was getting burnt out. There's been a lot going on. So, I'm trying to catch up on things I need to do (i.e. laundry, washing dishes, etc.) but it's such a...
Hey Machelle, I'm so jealous! I can't wait to get out and start gardening, but we still have at least a foot and a half of snow in our back yard, which doesn't include the six foot high snow banks! I...
I also love Law and Order, but I refuse to buy cable, so I get my fix when I go over to my boyfriend's house! I also love to read, so I go to my public library to pick up books and movies at least...
Work has been unbelievably stressful. I've been given a bunch of additional responsibilities on top of everything else. Plus, I keep "volunteering" for new projects that need to be completed. I've...
A 104 degree temp is serious business, it can cause brain damage. Please see a doctor immediately! They have lots of different payment plans and even pots of money for folks who don't have insurance....
Hey Shane, All of us, at any age, have doubts about ourselves. It's a natural part of being human. We just need to find ways to reassure ourselves that no one is perfect and that we all get a little...
I'll be driving to visit my folks and my mom's side of the family in upstate NY. It's about a 7 1/2 hour drive, which I'm not looking forward to. I talked to my mom last night though and she asked me...
Hey Emerson, I've been on Celexa for a little over six months now and it's done wonders for me! My doctor prescribed it for my depression with the added benefit that it helps with anxiety. So, I'm...
Hi Confused, It sounds like you just want to go out and get drunk. Since, having 4 or 5 drinks is a lot in one sitting. I've been on Wellbutrin before and made sure to talk with my doctor about...
Anxiety is pent up steam without a release valve. It's itching to get out, but if it does it will wreck havock on anything within striking distance....
Hey Confused, I wonder who's reputation your mom is trying to protect - her's or your's? I've never heard of anyone hiding someone's car because they took a semester off from grad school. A ton of...
Thanks Karen, It was a difficult road, but those types of journeys always yield the best results in the end! :) Confused, I do hope that you have at least one person you can confide in that is...
Hi Zoey, I'm terribly sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathies are with you. But, as someone who is currently on Celexa and has had tremendous success with it, I have to say that not all...
Hi Pressing, I'm glad to hear that you've talked with your counselor about her experience and specializations. Feel free to also ask her about her training with sexual abuse. If interested, you may...
I was in college. A good friend of mine from high school was killed in a car accident, my boyfriend at the time was sexually abusing me, and I hated my school. I was scared to talk to anyone about...
Hey Pressing, I also tend to take a while to warm up and even longer to trust people! :) I'm glad to hear that you're willing to give it a little more time with your therapist. I really think it's...
Oh my gosh, these are hillarious! Thanks so much y'all for sharing! :) -I confess, I've never been to the South, but I absolutely love using y'all! -I tend to pick up other people's accents as soon...
Hey Confused, I know it's especially hard to stand up to your parents when you're living under their roof. I quit college while I was living under my parent's roof and that didn't go over well. But,...
Thanks all! I talked with a few of my girlfriends about what they use and it really runs the gamet. I've just never really been open with them about having depression and anxiety, so I am primarily...
Hey Slott, It sounds like she likes you, but has a lot on her mind right now (i.e., moving and getting out of a relationship.) If you do really like her, give her some time and space and see where...
Hi Pressing, I'm usually over on the Anxiety Board, but I noticed your post and thought I'd reply. I've been to several therapists over the years, and I've found that once I was willing to work on an...
Hey Confused, It sounds like your best option is just to forget about this creep. Who knows why some people act the way they do, but if someone hurts you or plays tricks on you on purpose, it's...
I've heard that one of the side effects of the pill is depression. I've been on it on and off in the past, but not in a while. I would say that when I was on the pill, my moods were all over the...
Thanks Racer! I can't wait for spring up here in the snowy Northeast. We've gotten record snow fall accumulations. We're well over 100" and if we get anymore storms we will beat the all time record...
Hey Laura, Just so you know, celexa withdrawal symptoms can be intense! I accidently missed a few doses while waiting for my prescription to be refilled and it was nasty. So, please be sure to only...
Thanks for your honest opinion too Panike! I do think firing you was harsh. And I do agree that none of us are perfect - 'cause that would be boring! :) Your situation, just reminded me of a former...