Each day is the first day of the rest of your life. You can't change the past but you can start enjoying what you have left of life. Like HT said you're 20. You are young. But life goes by fast once...
Sounds good... Hugs, Karen......
Hi your sister, Welcome to the anxiety forum. I hope you can resolve this issue. Hugs, Karen......
Eating fruit helps, I eat an orange daily. Hugs, Karen......
I am sorry Forever, Have you talked to your therapist? Maybe you need a medication adjustment. I was getting depressed with the long winter. But the weather has changed so I am doing better. I have...
Can you see a therapist? Therapy helps a lot. I am sorry for the way you grew up. But that is in the past, you need to focus on the present now. Get into therapy and see if it helps. Hugs, Karen......
Hi UA, Congratulations on your little girl and your marriage! Marriages can be a lot of work. I think you will know if you need to call it quits. But it takes hard work on both sides. Keep up the...
Hi Weary, I hope things get better for you soon. Hugs Karen... Thanks for popping in......
PS I see now it has been 12 weeks. Have you ever tried effexor? I took that for many years. You might need something separate for the anxiety though like xanax or something like it....
Hi Suz245, Welcome to Healing Well. Why did you go off of Cymbalta in the beginning? Especially cold turkey? It is a very hard drug to stop like that. Did you talk to your doctor about it? Do you see...
Hi Dance, When we have anxiety it is hard to converse with others I think. For me it is. Leaving the house is a big deal for me. Do you see a therapist or take any medication for anxiety? It helps. I...
I hope the zoloft works for you Jamie. Keep us posted... Hugs, Karen......
What are your eating habits? I eat a lot of fruit, rarely constipated. Hugs, Karen......
Hi FP... Hope all is well... Hugs, Karen......
Hi Jamie, Not too much going on around here lately, glad you checked in. I hope all is well. Lynwood, I had BC in 2021, did a lot of radiation. All is well so far now. I hope you both have a good...
Hi Rich, I been going through it too since 2021 when I got a diagnosis of breast cancer. The patient ends up doing a lot of leg work. It is no fun. And to be honest I get anxiety talking on the phone...
Hi Laurelsantos, I hope you find something that works for you. Have you talked to your doctor about the problem? This thread is 10 years old so I don't know if anybody else will post. I hope you get...
Anxiety could be the culprit. It can cause a lot of physical and mental issues. It is so hard to say. Mental confusion can make a person worry. Mine seemed to start last summer. My memory gets bad. I...
Often our blood pressure goes up when doing things like you were with your presentation. Mine used to always go up when I went to the doctor. I called it white coat syndrome. How old are you? Just...
Hi Akhi, I don't think anxiety can be cured so to speak. But it can be controlled. I think in your case it was your situation. Probably having to speak or presenting in the office. That is probably...
Hi Glara, Welcome to the forum. I had breast cancer in 2021. I had two surgeries on the right breast. I am now taking estrogen blocking hormones for five years. There aren't any current topics on...
I broke contact with some of my relatives and it was the best thing I have ever done. You can have friends that are closer than relatives. Blood doesn't always matter. I would avoid this person....
Hi Wo4091, Just in case you didn't realize, this thread is from 2014. There are a lot of other more recent threads. Maybe you would like to read. Welcome to the forum. Hugs, Karen......
I wanted to write again and make sure I tell you that you will get through this. I found I do better in crisis than I do when things are going well. I think it is because all I can do is handle the...
Hi Cass, First of all I am sorry for what you are facing. In 2021 I had breast cancer, so I know how scary it is. I had radiation therapy and surgery for it. So far so good. Nothing has come back. I...
You are welcome Delia, I think you are doing a good job. And it always helps to have help from the man upstairs. Keep up the good work. Hugs, Karen......
Do you see a therapist for anxiety and depression? It might help. They feed off of the pain and visa versa. I have had fibromyalgia since 2002. Plus depression and anxiety. I know it is no fun....
Prayers for your mum Jamie. I hope she gets better with the ECT. I am glad you are still posting. Though I know how you feel. Especially since the forum has been so slow. Take care, get some rest....
Wellbutrin can be stimulating which can lead to anxiety. Talk to your doc about something to combat that if you aren't against benzos. I take ativan for anxiety. I used to take xanax. Or if your...
I have, I use it as a mood stabilizer. I started out at five mg. Now I take 20mg. It seems to help. I have been on it for years. I also take pristiq and it helps it work better. I hope that it works...
I am doing pretty good Forever, I feel better than I have in a long time. I am sore but my overall health feels better. Thanks for asking. It means a lot. Hi Jamie... Hugs to both of you. Karen......
Thanks Jamie, I am home now. Feeling not too bad. Take care my friend... Hugs, Karen......
Thanks you guys, My surgery is today. I leave in about an hour. I got up too early so I had a little time to kill. I will let you guys know how it goes. Tim Tam I am glad your procedure went okay....
Forever, Are you seeing a therapist? Do you take medications? If not, I think it is time to start. Just doing a little for yourself helps. Getting out to the therapist always helps me feel better....
Happy to hear this Jamie, give her our love. Hugs, Karen......
Prayers going out for your mum Jamie. I am sorry that the ect rounds didn't help long. I hope she gets better soon. Love and hugs, Karen......
Hi Sharrie, Welcome to the depression support forum. I guess you are right in praying for him. I don't think you can make anybody get help at least until they are ready. He has to take care of...
I hope you all have a safe and happy holiday. Filled with peace, love and good health. Safe travels and being around people you love. Hugs, Karen......
Hi Hibee, Nice to see you post. I have been having some health issues also and hope 2023 is better for both of us. I am glad you popped in. Again, it is nice to see you posting. Hugs Karen......
Hi Forever, I understand how you feel. Especially during the holidays. Not having the money you need makes it difficult. Sometimes the hospitals and doctors offices have grants or programs to help...
Hi Cilly, Yes it sure has been a long time. Glad to see you back. Hope you are doing well. Hugs, Karen......
Hi Lynnwood, Hi ForeverPositive, I hope you both are having a joyous holiday season. Everybody actually. Weight is a hard thing to struggle with especially this time of year. Do the best you can and...
Hi Paul, I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving. Today it is December, where does the time go? Hugs, Karen......
Yay Jamie, I am happy for you!!! I am happy your eyes are better too. Keep up the fantastic work!!! Hugs, Karen......
I recently lost a lot of weight due to illness. I have been told to drink protein shakes. They are supposed to help put weight back on. The one thing I found was worrying about it doesn't help. The...
Sharon is absolutely right, you do need to let your doctor know if you haven't already. I hope it works out well for you. Hugs, Karen......
Yes, Medved is right. Kegel exercises work wonders. Hugs, Karen,......
Labelle, The bottom line is life is short. And it isn't what we get out of it but what we put into it. I think sometimes people expect it to be exciting and meaningful all of the time. Though I...
Having regular dentures isn't all that bad for some. I have had dentures for 30 years. I am used to them though. They are much cheaper than implants. I wear my top denture all the time. The bottom is...
Breathe in through your nose (smelling the roses) Out through your mouth with pursed lips (blowing out the candles). This helps me when anxiety creeps up. I wish you the best... Hugs, Karen......