Here I go again.

[berry2000]

Here I go again low. Not paralyzing. Not stuck in bed. But I feel the swing. This time it was kind of cool though because instead of starting to worry...how bad will it get this time...how long will it last this time. Instead I thought, now this is gonna be short and it's not gonna be too bad...remember the last couple of lows...they weren't so bad. SO i guess that is kind of cool...but at the same time....with so many years of really low lows it still gets a little scary when you feel the shift.

 

[COVINABP]

I can feel what you are saying, my years of lows is what makes my wife not want to come home now. Good for you, that you have a positive outlook on this one, I will put you in my prayers for this. It is true, when we do this, give our fears to God, things aren't so bad, and we get the positive from a negative situation.

God Bless you much in this time of need

 

[Alive again]

Praying for you, that indeed this will be a short and not so low low, but that you will also remeber you coping techniques that help you during this time and that God will pour out HIs Holy Spirit to keep you safe and comforted during this time!!! Keep in touch with us. These swings will still happen, but the goal is to minimize them and know how to cope with them. Take care of yourself and rest in our Father's lap!!!

Blessings and prayers!

 

[rushingwind62]

Here I go again low. Not paralyzing. Not stuck in bed. But I feel the swing. This time it was kind of cool though because instead of starting to worry...how bad will it get this time...how long will it last this time. Instead I thought, now this is gonna be short and it's not gonna be too bad...remember the last couple of lows...they weren't so bad. SO i guess that is kind of cool...but at the same time....with so many years of really low lows it still gets a little scary when you feel the shift.

That is a postive thing, because you are seeing the signs of it coming on, that is half the battle. The other half is recognizing the triggers. Which is much harder because sometimes there is no trigger, it is simply the chemical imbalance.

My advice is when you see the signs of depression coming, immediately do something that lifts your spirits. Go for a walk, clean house, do anything to keep yourself from falling into that depression.

Yes it is scary when you feel the shift but at the same time it is uplifting to recognize the signs. It sounds like the meds are working for you, now maybe you need to tweak those meds to find the right dosages to get the best benefit from them. Work closely with your Dr and tell him/her what is going on, what you are recognizing, and keep going to counseling. As you learn more about yourself and how your illness affects you it will get better.

I'll keep you in my prayers sis....God Bless You....Rush

 

[angelkiss]

Our dear berry, I know exactly what you mean. When my lows ain't so bad, I can't help but wonder if they will stay that way or will they get worse. But, it's good that you have such a postive outlook and keeping your head up.
Getting through this low will make you stronger for the next one. If you're like me, the stronger you get, the harder you fight, and I don't let my illness win the battle. I fight to the win and I come out on top.
You have your friends here to help you through it and you have our prayers. You've made it this far, and I know God will see you through the rest of the way!
Praying for you always!
:'s and es!!

 

[walshclan]

Hi Berry:

So sorry you seem to be swinging low again but glad that you are optomistic that it is only going to be short. I'm praying for you, take care of yourself d'ya hear?

Connie

 

[illudium_phosdex]

Hey Berry,
I so feel your pain. I had one pretty good week and for some unknown reason, I going back down. I really wish I could just crawl under a rock until it goes away.

 

[rushingwind62]

Father,
We lift up berry and atlasshrugged to you and we ask you lift this cloud of depression from both of them and fill their hearts with joy unspeakable. Wrap your loving arms around them and let them know you are there and that they are not alone in their struggle. We bathe in prayer and intercede on their behalf....in Jesus name...amen....God Bless both of you....Rush

 

[walshclan]

Father,
We lift up berry and atlasshrugged to you and we ask you lift this cloud of depression from both of them and fill their hearts with joy unspeakable. Wrap your loving arms around them and let them know you are there and that they are not alone in their struggle. We bathe in prayer and intercede on their behalf....in Jesus name...amen....God Bless both of you....Rush

Amen!!

Connie

 

[berry2000]

The depression is still with me. It is slowing growing worse. Feels like I am stuck in molasses. I know it is depression cuz all I want to do is sleep. I have no desire to do anything else. Everything, well mostly everything has grown negative. And it is what my doctor likes to call agitated depression in which I have an element of anger/frustration/anxiety coupled with the depression. I told my husband today I had a mild depression. My boss at work is inquiring to co-workers I am close with if I am "okay". He always seems to catch on first, which at times can be annoying when I don't want anyone to know. Not sure how he is so good at telling. Everything seems overwhelming, too much to handle. I have had it in my mind to pay bills since Friday but cannot seem to get it done. Basically I am going to work and coming home, watching tv, helping kids with homework, and then going to sleep. I cannot do anything more than that at the moment. It should get better soon. It should get better soon.

 

[walshclan]

The depression is still with me. It is slowing growing worse. Feels like I am stuck in molasses. I know it is depression cuz all I want to do is sleep. I have no desire to do anything else.

Thats how my depression manifests. s Berry. I feel for you. Take care of yourself okay! Get food into you and try to get some exercise. I know it's hard but it helps.

God Bless you. I'm praying for you.

Connie

 

[berry2000]

Feeling much better everyone!

 

[walshclan]

Praise God.

Connie

 

[Alive again]

Amen, Praying for you. I have foudn with the suddend weather change here -80's to 60's overnight, all that I have wanted to do is crawl back into bed or sit in fornt of a fire and read a book and drink cocoa!!! For me it is that time of year when I do have to watch carefully for symptoms of depression to return!!!

Blessings and prayers!!!!