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Posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 19:47:46
In reply to Re: Mystic, posted by magdalena on March 13, 2004, at 12:08:45
Hi Magdelena,
Your side effects are totally normal. Try not to let them worry you cause that just makes everything worse. Take it from me. Soon they will disappear and you will feel great! Promise. Mrs. C
Posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 19:53:56
In reply to Re: Mystic, posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 19:47:46
Hi Mystic,
It feels so good to know that you are thinking about me. I also think of you and the others who I know are having a difficult time. Things sound much improved for you these past few days and I am so happy for you. I have no doubt that you are on your way to a new you (or the old you). If you are comfortable at 10 than that is where you should stay. It worked for me for many months. But it took about six weeks for me to feel better and about nine for the full benefits to kick in. You will know what I mean when you experience it. Right now I am trying 15 and may increase to 20 in a few weeks. So far it's going pretty good. I saw a therapist yesterday and feel so positive about the future. I also joined the YMCA this week and actually worked out 3 times this week! I also went shopping, by myself, today and spent a fortune on new clothes for a trip we are planning in April. It's been a great week for me. Can't wait until you can say the same. Mrs. C
Posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 20:31:56
In reply to Re: Mystic, posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 19:53:56
Mrs C...I always count on my nightly updates from you and look forward to them...Hope that when we all get better very very soon that we will continue to keep in contact with each other..I have put my e-mail address on the site for anyone to use in case we lose touch...mystichyd38@aol.com...Hey that is a great post I loved it...Congratulations on the trip to buy clothes I know how hard that is..!!!!...You are a great inspiration..My day was not that great did arobics this morning and was weak think it is in them mornings and had a terrible headache which lasted the day ....Hate these migraines...and was anxious didnt take my xanax today try not to do it on the weekends...But hopefully tomorrow will be a better day...So where are you going on your trip???...Glad you found this new posting area and Hope to talk to you soon...Take care and hope tomorrow will be as good as today...A friend Mystic
Posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 21:02:20
In reply to Re: Mrs C., posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 20:31:56
Hi Mystic, I wish your day went better for you. But your attitude in your posts really do sound better to me. You don't sound so hopeless and full of despair anymore. That's a step in the right direction. You may not feel it yet but you sound it (make sense?). I am also very tired in the mornings since upping my dosage. My energy returns in the afternoon which is when I do my exercising. I am up everyday at 6:15 to get showered, make breakfast and get the kids to school. Then I come home to walk my dog, do my homework (I'm in college) and get myself to work by 11:00. I work in an elementary school and the children keep me very busy until 3pm when I get home. I have two girls ages 7 & 11 and they keep me busy until bedtime. Then I come here to my secret life!
I hope that I haven't repeated myself with any of this info. I want to get to know all of you better. I really think it helps us support eachother better if we know more about eachother's lives. Now that we are on the "social site" we might as well be social. Well, I'm off to get in my pj's and then have to type an essay that I didn't get to this week and is due tomorrow. I will check in tomorrow evening. Glad that we found eachother again. I was getting worried cause Dr. Bob kept redirecting all of our posts! Still not sure why, but whatever.
Oh, I just thought of something else. Someone suggested going to a chat room where we can talk "live". I thinks that's a great idea! Does anyone know how we can do that?! I'm willing. Goodnight all and hoping for a bright tomorrow for all of you! Mrs. C
Posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 21:54:34
In reply to Re: Mrs C., posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 21:02:20
Mrs C...yes a chat would be good...I'm not sure but I think that you have to have aol..which gets you into private chat rooms...Well if you dont remember I'm the one that is going to be a grandmother...I'm 41 and my daughter had a terrible time with anorexia/bulemia and we were getting our way out of that and she became pregnant...But she is very happy and healthy and she is living with the father and they are happy together and he treats her like a queen and has stood by her through all of this so that is something to be grateful for..We will watch her after the baby and hope that she does not go back to her behaviors...The weird thing was that she is just beautiful inside and out and never had a weight problem so to be shocked would an understatement...but after a breakup with a boyfriend of 4 years she couldnt understand why it happened and focused it that she wasnt good enough and decided upon this disease...So that is the short of it..but I need help in the coming weeks as there is the baby shower that I desperately need to get through and we all know how difficult it is in social situations and when you are depended on so much for something...So will be glad when that is over and we can move on to the next obcession which i'm sure we are all aware of also..hahahha...We are all so compasionate and so need to give ourselves the same compassion that we give others..you can tell just from being on the posts how wonderful everyone is and how much they want to share and make things better for everyone else...We are givers....Congrats on the school that will be very rewarding and very hard work so you really need to take care of yourself...you have a lot on your plate children...husband...work ...school...give yourself a huge pat on your back and go easy on yourself....Hope you dont stay up too late working on your paper and catch up with you tomorrow....Take care A friend Mystic
Posted by Journeyman on March 13, 2004, at 22:53:09
In reply to Re: Mrs C., posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 21:54:34
Hello Mrs. C,
I was so pleased to read one of your messages this evening; the one where you talked about how you're feeling better, you'd gone shopping, etc. I know the transition to the increased dosage, as well as the feelings that precipitated it, have been a difficult struggle for you. Kudos to you for sticking it out, not giving up, getting help where and when you needed it, and persisting.
I've said this before, but your posts have brought a lot of comfort to a lot of people. I'm just so glad that you're feeling better.
Though it's far from Christmas, I still wish you 'comfort and joy.'
Journeyman
Posted by Journeyman on March 13, 2004, at 23:28:55
In reply to Re: Mrs C., posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 21:54:34
Hello Mystic,
Not sure how much you're aware of it, but you've undergone a major transition in the past couple of weeks. If you have time tomorrow, go back through your old posts and see how far you've come. You may not always feel it, (and that's okay too), but you're progressing remarkably, and for that we are all happy.
And just a thought...if you post your e-mail address anywhere on the internet, it's a good idea to disguise it somehow (eg. rather than writing 'xxxxxx@AOLcom', you can write 'xxxxxx at first letter of the alphabet, fifteenth letter of the alphabet, twelfth letter of the alphabet dot com') The reason for this is there are programs that constantly 'troll' the internet looking for fresh new addresses to put onto lists that will be sold. It's a way of reducing the junk mail/spam you'll get, not to mention it will probably help cut down on the weirdo contact factor.
Again, so glad you're feeling and doing better.
Journeyman
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:23:54
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 19:45:19
mrs. c, I am glad you are still here. The night that Dr. Bob first started redirecting us, I had a major anxiety attack. I didn't know how to get from the new thread to anywhere. I cried myself to sleep that night, and thought I had lost my new-found support forever. It was so difficult for me to get the courage to start posting and then I messed up so soon afterward.
Now I am embarrassed at how simple it is to jump around in here, but it took most of last night to figure it out. I'm glad Mystic found me - she kind of held me together while I was trying to figure it out (but it was kind of like the blind leading the blind).
I'm sorry if I tend to run on. You asked for some background . . . I am 54yrs old and I take Lexapro for depression/anxiety and some OCD. I am in my 5th week, and just increased to 15mg a couple days ago; I take Lorazepam at night to help me sleep (I tend to obsess after I go to bed).
I had a major breakdown when I was 26yrs old and have been in and out of therapy and on and off meds several times since. I gave up on the meds about 5 yrs ago. I am on again (meds) because I have just recently been through a divorce (together 17 yrs - he left last summer for another woman . . .) and after the holidays, I just couldn't seem to stop crying. I just felt like an old discarded rag. I have been very apprehensive about getting my hopes up for the Lexapro, but I feel encouraged by all the support I have found here (even though I was just reading and not participating the first month). Now I better stop or I'm afraid you'll be sorry you asked:) You can probably tell I'm feeling kind of wired right now. Thank you for writing. jlynne
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:30:04
In reply to mrs. c, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:23:54
I am in Pacific time - where are you?? jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 9:05:51
In reply to For Mystic, posted by Journeyman on March 13, 2004, at 23:28:55
Wow Journeyman...Thank you so much...I dont know who you are but you sure do have a way with words and I think that I've said that before..I need a therapist just like you..hahahah...I thank you for responding and remembering what I was going through so that you could bring me back to realizing that I have come a ways since 5 weeks ago..God bless you...you are an angel and I thank you...I'm assuming that you have made it through the darkness and you come on to help others...Would you mind giving some background as to your journey...Its nice to be able to have a bit of history....Thank you and you are great Have a great day...and thanks for caring...Mystic
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 14, 2004, at 9:17:08
In reply to mrs. c, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 0:23:54
> I ... was very disturbed to see that everyone has been redirected here... I will start coming here now. I guess I will still check the other site to help any new people who may need some support.
>
> Mrs. C> mrs. c, I am glad you are still here. The night that Dr. Bob first started redirecting us, I had a major anxiety attack. I didn't know how to get from the new thread to anywhere. I cried myself to sleep that night, and thought I had lost my new-found support forever. It was so difficult for me to get the courage to start posting and then I messed up so soon afterward.
>
> I'm glad Mystic found me - she kind of held me together while I was trying to figure it out (but it was kind of like the blind leading the blind).
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> jlynneSorry again about how disruptive that was. I'm glad you all stuck it out, supported each other through it, and found each other here. And it would be great if you kept checking the other board, too, either because you have your own medication-related questions or just to help out other folks. Thanks,
Bob
Posted by wantinfo on March 14, 2004, at 12:54:21
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by mrs c on March 13, 2004, at 19:45:19
im totally confused, whats the new site now? where do i go?
im now on the 6th day of 15mg. i feel ok. still somewhat fuzzy and disoriented. overall im ending up my 5th week.
hows everyone?
emily
Posted by kateincali on March 14, 2004, at 13:10:48
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by wantinfo on March 14, 2004, at 12:54:21
Yes, I think this is the new site...although I just started posting here, so I'm pretty clueless.
Today I totally freaked myself out by finding this awful site on all the terrible side effects from Lexapro. I think it was an "anti-medication" site, but none-the-less...it got me thinking.
I have midterms this week. I'm in grad school (I think I told you that?!) And...I'm really worried about having a clear enough head b/c of the meds to do well on my exams. I'm also really scared of losing my creativity. I'm afraid that by taking medications I'll "lose my edge" so to speak.
Anyway I'm glad I found this place...it gives me a little release.
Why are you on Lexapro?
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 13:21:47
In reply to Re: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by wantinfo on March 14, 2004, at 12:54:21
> im totally confused, whats the new site now? where do i go?
>
> im now on the 6th day of 15mg. i feel ok. still somewhat fuzzy and disoriented. overall im ending up my 5th week.
>
> hows everyone?
> emilyEmily, this is the new "site"; it is actually just a new thread. Some of us got confused when we were redirected, and didn't know how to maneuver around the board - we finally figured it out and started this thread. Glad you found us.
I am on my 4th day of increasing to 15mg, and like you, am near the end of my 5th week. Am also feeling fuzzy and disoriented, i.e. walking into the bathroom instead of the kitchen, putting conditioner on my hair before shampooing, etc.
I remember it was like this when I first started, and it got better. But it feels like I am starting over, and I have this fear that I will just keep increasing and starting over and never get over that proverbial "hump". Do you feel that way, too?
But the encouragement I have found here has given me the hope I need to keep trying. Thank you for being part of that:) ...jlynne
Posted by kateincali on March 14, 2004, at 13:22:43
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
think I finally found the right place.
So thanks so sharing with me, I can definitely relate to what you said about brushing things off with laughter. I tend to do that quite a bit.I went to a dinner party last night where my brother was in attendance and I could tell that he was concerned about me. I look really tired and didn't eat much, but couldn't get myself to tell him how down I was feeling. I come from this "perfect" family...and just can't get myself to reach out to people, even though I know it would be a lot better for me. I guess I've just been faking it for so long, it's hard to be authentic with anyone.
You said that you opened up to a patient the other day...may I ask what you do? Hope you are doing well today, enjoy the remainder of the weekend. -Kate
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 13:50:37
In reply to Re: Mrs C., posted by mystic on March 13, 2004, at 21:54:34
Some of you have expressed interest in starting a chat. I just found a message from Dr. Bob in another thread, and he gave this link for Psycho Babble Chat:
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/psycho-babble-open/chat
I haven't been there, yet, but plan to check it out when I have time. ...jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 14:01:01
In reply to Mystic, posted by kateincali on March 14, 2004, at 13:22:43
Afternoon Kate....I am an office manager for a dental office...And have been there over 5 years so all the patients know me and my life and I know theirs...so they can tell when something might be a little off but most of the time nobody really knows...I find it weird how people do react some people are good about it but there are still others that kind of look at you like.."why dont you just be stronger" or something like that..and we all know that is not the point...and I do believe that once we get ourselves feeling better we will be better able to get into a good place and be able to work on things...I went shopping today had to get ready for the baby shower 2 weeks from today and it was ok...Really hate shopping which i'm sure most of us do...Now I'm just ready to vegitate and I think my husband is going to drag my butt to the gym...wahhh..Well hope you are having a good day and you are doing well..talk to you soon...Mystic..ps also you never know if your brother goes through the same things as you..it is hereditary you know..I have 2 brothers and a sister that deal with this...so they know and you might be surprised...If everyone thought that you were fine and didnt have these problems then you know for sure that they could be the same and you could just see what they want you to see...but must I go on and on you must be saying...I'm glad that you found the site and we can all support each other if you chose on to share outside...So just a thought..I'm really leaving now...Mystic
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 14:04:03
In reply to wantinfo, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 13:21:47
Afternoon jlynne...hope your day is going ok..Just got back from shopping and still have a terrible headache 2 days running...does anyone else have problems with migraines..was thinking it might also be that I do not take the xanax on the weekends and that might be the problem but dont want to take too much of anything if I can get away with it...But hope to catch up to you later...Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 14:25:11
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 14:04:03
Sorry to hear that you are having migraines. I used to get them regularly, years ago, and found out (after several years) it was withdrawal from my pain medication (the very medication I was taking for the migraines!) I only get them occasionally now. Anyway, you could be right that it is from not taking the Xanax.
Since starting Lex, I just kind of have a steady, dull ache that feels like the wired/tired thing. I feel for you - no one knows what a migraine is like until they have had one. I hope you find some relief today.
I am trying to remember to ask everyone this: what time zone are you in? I am in Pacific. I seem to be the last one posting at night . . . jlynne
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 16:01:44
In reply to Hi, Mystic, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 14:25:11
Hey I'm eastern standard time 3 hours later than you...that explains some things...hahahah...So husband dragged me to the gym and I worked out which is good I feel ok....Still have the slight headache...But will catch up to you later..Mystic
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 19:08:50
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
Hi, Magdalena . . . hope you find this message. Dr. Bob wants us to keep this kind of interaction in the "social club":)
I am feeling okay today - still a little fuzzy and disoriented. I just came in from working in my yard, and that picked me up. I am so glad for some nice weather.
I'm glad to hear the anxiety is getting better; it can be so disabling sometimes. I have done things under anxiety that I would never even consider doing normally.
I have felt like having a beer at times lately, but I am so afraid that it will make the depression worse the next day. I guess we all have to find our own way to cope. I hope you have a nice birthday - is it soon? . . . jlynne
P.S. I forgot to ask you - what time zone are you in? I am in Pacific time.
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 19:25:06
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 16:01:44
> Hey I'm eastern standard time 3 hours later than you...that explains some things...hahahah...So husband dragged me to the gym and I worked out which is good I feel ok....Still have the slight headache...But will catch up to you later..Mystic
That does explain some things:)
Something that helps my migraines - get a wet towel, take a deep breath, blow strongly and steadily into the towel so that the towel resists your breath. Move to a cool spot on the towel and do it again. Repeat this several times and see if it helps at all. I sometimes have to do it for a few minutes. Good luck. . . . jlynne
P.S. did you see my post about the Psycho Babble Chat site?
Posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 19:56:51
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 19:25:06
Hello...yes I got your note on the chat and that would be fine for me...I have aol think I looked it up and it is under yahoo..not sure If I can download that or not..but let me know when you find out...Hope you are feeling good...I'm doing ok sunday nights are bad because have to work on monday but mondays are ok because keeps you busy...so confusing sometimes...Well hope that everyone has an enjoyable night and talk to everyone soon...Mystic...ps I really miss lexy...k..lynne..and all the others think everyone went on vacation at the same time...I hope they find us all when they get back
Posted by jlynne on March 14, 2004, at 21:03:42
In reply to RE: jlynne, posted by mystic on March 14, 2004, at 19:56:51
Good night, Mystic. Sweet dreams. [**I have been having pleasant dreams once in awhile, since I started Lex - - a new thing for me.**] Don't worry about lexy and the others . . . we will keep checking the other site and we will spot them when they come back.
I know what you mean about work keeping you busy. It has been my job that has kept me from going over the edge these last several months. Have a good Monday:) . . . jlynne
Posted by Mrs. C on March 14, 2004, at 21:42:04
In reply to For Mrs C, posted by Journeyman on March 13, 2004, at 22:53:09
Journeyman,
Gee, that means so much to me. Especially coming from someone as thought provoking as you are. I am feeling better and thanks for your encouragement! Last time we heard from you your doc had declared you "cured". I am hoping that things are still going well for you, you deserve it! Mrs. C
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