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Posted by simus on September 7, 2004, at 23:14:38
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on September 7, 2004, at 17:48:33
> I"m doing ok had another therapy appt today first one in 3 weeks and it was rough really really rough..was just sitting here not knowing what to do ...it seems that it is harder on the lex to really get into the emotions because you are less likely to get upset and cry but you really need to...so it is pinned in there..but working on it..do you know what I mean??
Mystic,
I exactly what you mean. I had to get used to "emotions" again after going off Lexapro. I had forgotten what it was like to cry just watching a romantic movie... I feel so bad that this therapy takes so much out of you. I am just praying that it helps in the long run.
(((Mystic)))
Simus
Posted by simus on September 7, 2004, at 23:22:07
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone » mystic, posted by trucker on September 7, 2004, at 18:47:31
> i backed out of going to school cause i am having second thoughts on traveling 150 miles round trip for school..
Wow! I would certainly have second thought about that too.
> beside there are some A one jobs opening up here and i am trying to apply for those.. bennifits!!! plus you begin at $9.00 per hour then after 90 days you go to $13.?? per hour... i think i would like that... third shift i will know in a couple of weeks.. they have blue cross/ blue shield, dental, vision, 401 k retirment.. plus you can purchase stock after 6 months and they are a division of dean foods.. packaging milk...
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> i think i'd like that..Sounds great! What do you think of third shift? I think I would prefer it, as I am a night owl anyway...
> i am doing well.. i am weaning down from lex a little.. i have developed fogginess as well and i think i am just over medicated a little. at 15 mg. then i will drop to 10 mg.. maybe stay there.
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> truckerIt sounds like you are doing great! Do you think that the PSO(?) meds made the difference???
Simus
Posted by simus on September 7, 2004, at 23:28:41
In reply to Re: Nickelodeon, TV Land, Boomerang, Nicktoons, posted by trucker on September 7, 2004, at 18:59:05
> doesn't anyone watch cosby any more.. i grew up listening to his recordings.. halarious he is...
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> truckerI adore that show!
Simus
Posted by trucker on September 8, 2004, at 13:33:34
In reply to Re: Nickelodeon, TV Land, Boomerang, Nicktoons » trucker, posted by simus on September 7, 2004, at 23:28:41
glad i not the only one... i hate insurance people... they always short you when you have a loss... thats why they are the richest in the country....
i love to watch funny things.. that way i get the endorphins rolling when the laughter is flying...hahahahatrucker
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Posted by trucker on September 8, 2004, at 13:37:59
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone » trucker, posted by simus on September 7, 2004, at 23:22:07
yes i think that since my body is beginning to function like it should have alll the time that the pcos meds are making it so i don't need as much... maybe i will get better and not need it at all.. wishful thinking... said my T... she said it would need adjusted but none is doughtful...
trucker
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> It sounds like you are doing great! Do you think that the PSO(?) meds made the difference???
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Posted by mystic on September 9, 2004, at 3:18:23
In reply to RE:: hey everyone, posted by mystic on September 1, 2004, at 22:32:16
Hey everyone where did everyone go in here??..it is like a abandoned home in here...wake up..!!!>haahah Mystic
Posted by trucker on September 9, 2004, at 3:18:24
In reply to RE:: Hey, posted by mystic on September 7, 2004, at 22:10:11
same thing i been asking... no one is talking to any one here... did someone forget scope!!! hahahaha... couldn't help myself.. hey mystic... how are you??
trucker
//////////////////////////////////////////////////////////> Hey everyone where did everyone go in here??..it is like a abandoned home in here...wake up..!!!>haahah Mystic
Posted by mystic on September 9, 2004, at 3:18:25
In reply to Re: New to Lexapro and feeling awful » jjana, posted by worrywort on May 13, 2003, at 12:43:06
ps..hey have you heard from jlynne at all.she doesnt answer any of my e-mails..I dont think that she wants to talk to me anymore..!!!!..mystic
Posted by trucker on September 9, 2004, at 3:18:27
In reply to RE:: Hey trucker ps, posted by mystic on September 7, 2004, at 22:33:45
i have been having the same problem with her... she is tired and very busy building something in her yard... and catching up after the holiday with work i guess is a nightmare... she will be back.. just busy ya see??!!! heheheeh
trucker
//////////////////////////////////////////////////> ps..hey have you heard from jlynne at all.she doesnt answer any of my e-mails..I dont think that she wants to talk to me anymore..!!!!..mystic
Posted by trucker on September 9, 2004, at 10:52:02
In reply to RE:: Hey trucker ps, posted by mystic on September 7, 2004, at 22:33:45
yes jlynne is very busy... she is ok and working hard.. she may be looking for a doc to prescribe something since she is off lex
trucker
Posted by sexylexy on September 9, 2004, at 16:56:59
In reply to RE:: Hey trucker ps, posted by trucker on September 9, 2004, at 10:52:02
Hey Ya'll
I went to the Dr. today and he said that instead of lexapro for hormones, I should be taking prozac. I am going to start on 20mg tomorrow and get off the lexapro totally ( I am taking 5mg every other day). I called my p-doc to see what she thought and she said to give it a shot. She also said that it would be better on the weight gain and would actually help me lose weight... I need some help and support, anyone been on it I would love to hear. Thanks!!!
lexy
Posted by Susan47 on September 9, 2004, at 18:03:17
In reply to Anyone used prozac?, posted by sexylexy on September 9, 2004, at 16:56:59
I use prozac but I'm not sure what your issues are; I don't have a weight problem (yet), I'm supposed to be on 60 mg but I'm trying to get down to 20. I've been losing a lot of hair (unfortunately not the kind that grow on the chin). I just can't stand the disturbing dreams anymore. I think if I can get down to 20 I'll be okay. 'zac has helped me have some kind of a life though. An imitation of one anyway.
Posted by Susan47 on September 9, 2004, at 18:04:58
In reply to Re: Anyone used prozac? » sexylexy, posted by Susan47 on September 9, 2004, at 18:03:17
I'm showing my ignorance once again but I don't understand?
Posted by sexylexy on September 9, 2004, at 18:46:23
In reply to What does 'zac have to do with hormones do tell, posted by Susan47 on September 9, 2004, at 18:04:58
Susan!
Hi to tell you the truth, I am really not sure at all what prozac has to do with hormones. My endocrinologist/Obgyn said that it would be better than lexapro for my PMS problems. So I am going to give it a try. We shall see...
lexy
Posted by sexylexy on September 9, 2004, at 18:49:08
In reply to Re: Anyone used prozac? » sexylexy, posted by Susan47 on September 9, 2004, at 18:03:17
Hey again Susan,
My problems are depression mostly around my period and anxiety. I have never had a weight problem but am gaining weight like crazy on lexapro...I think I up to like 7 or 8 lbs, I feel gross I cannot fit into my size 2 and 4s anymore, it sucks. So prozac has helped you some??
Lexy
Posted by Susan47 on September 9, 2004, at 19:44:33
In reply to Re: Anyone used prozac?, posted by sexylexy on September 9, 2004, at 18:49:08
Mm, I used to feel like I wanted to commit criminal acts around the time of my periods; now I just feel extremely discouraged. I suppose that's progress of a sort. Personally I think prozac has had a big hand in helping me cope with life in general, but the particulars suck sometimes. For instance, I get anxiety attacks now, which I never used to have. Honestly though I don't know whether that's a byproduct of 'zac, therapy, or splitting from my parents (emotionally) and husband (physically). It's a toss-up I guess. Medications like Prozac I think are probably okay in smaller doses, like 20 mg, but at 60 I know it was too much for my body. I have been eating a lot more lately and gaining weight, but I can definitely say that it's not because of the prozac. If anything, 'zac keeps my appetite and my weight low.
Posted by sexylexy on September 9, 2004, at 19:49:31
In reply to Re: Anyone used prozac? » sexylexy, posted by Susan47 on September 9, 2004, at 19:44:33
Susan,
What dosage did u start on? I am going to start on 20 and stay at 20, is that too much to start, do you think I should try to cut my pills and start out at 10mg?
Thanks, lexy
Posted by Susan47 on September 9, 2004, at 21:20:51
In reply to Re: Anyone used prozac?, posted by sexylexy on September 9, 2004, at 19:49:31
I was at twenty for a few months, then forty, then sixty. Now I play around with the amount, trying to get it at the right living level. Don't recommend doing that by the way, the only reason I do is my psych told me it was okay to try that.
Posted by simus on September 9, 2004, at 21:52:14
In reply to RE:: Hey trucker ps, posted by trucker on September 9, 2004, at 10:52:02
> yes jlynne is very busy... she is ok and working hard.. she may be looking for a doc to prescribe something since she is off lex
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> truckerTrucker,
Could you please tell her we miss her and hope she "drops by" to visit from time to time?
Simus
Posted by Mrs. C on September 10, 2004, at 8:17:14
In reply to RE:: Hey trucker ps » trucker, posted by simus on September 9, 2004, at 21:52:14
Hi everyone,
I have been out of touch for a while but I am back to normal (hopefully). We went on vacation for labor day weekend and that put me way behind on things. Work started for me on Tues and the girls went back to school on Wed. I have been busy catching up on laundry, shopping, cleaning, plus homework, paying bills and balancing my checkbook (which is completely screwed up!). I also have homework that I have been doing. So obviously I am very busy but not feeling overwhelmed yet! Lex has helped me so much with that feeling. I don't get things done like I used to but I dont really care either. Not sure if that is good or bad. I have messed up my check book, forget to pay bills and many other things. But it's not bothering me. Is that okay? Not sure. I feel so irresponsible! Ha Ha. Mrs. C
Posted by sexylexy on September 10, 2004, at 9:08:35
In reply to Hey guys, posted by Mrs. C on September 10, 2004, at 8:17:14
Hey Mrs. C
Glad to have you back. About all that stuff, not balancing your check book ect... I think that is what normal life is life when you live without anxiety...I can't be for sure because its been a while since I have not had anxiety...Anyway, if so congrats on your new achievement...let me know if you need help on your homework!!
Lexy
Posted by trucker on September 10, 2004, at 9:45:39
In reply to RE:: Hey trucker ps » trucker, posted by simus on September 9, 2004, at 21:52:14
yes i will send her a message but she doesn't speak to me much either.. since she is off her meds she is becoming a intervert.. no outside contacts accept for work... i wish she would spend a little time with us too...
trucker
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Posted by mystic on September 10, 2004, at 16:32:21
In reply to RE:: Hey trucker ps, posted by trucker on September 10, 2004, at 9:45:39
Wow maybe we should all send a shout out to jlynne to come back and talk to us after all it was jlynne and I that started this post...so WHERE THE HECK ARE YOU JLYNNE WE MISS MISS MISS YOU please come back!!!!!!!....even if she doesnt come back I just pray that she is feeling good and that she hasnt gotten back from the death of her mother and the ex stuff and going off the meds that is all I worry about...Well trucker catch up to you later..have a great weekend..How are you doing??...Mystic
Posted by mystic on September 10, 2004, at 16:34:55
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
Hey lexy ..thank you very much that is what I tried to tell Mrs C... that it is a sign that we are feeling better and that we dont have enough anxiety to worry about the little things like balancing our checkbooks right away right then and there..but we will get to it...hopefully before we bounce anything..hahaha...I'm right there with her though I used to be terrible about it every check had to go out at a certain time and every time the bank statement came in the checkbook would have to balanced that friggin day but now it will get done...Although when i mentioned that to the dr she seemed a little concerned i said no worries hahahaha..well everyone have a great weekend I know ahead of time that it gets pretty quiet in here on the weekends..luvya all and pray for everyone every day take care of yourselves...Your friend Mystic
Posted by mystic on September 10, 2004, at 16:37:02
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
Hey Susan47...WELCOME to our little place here...you will find support...help...kindness...some great friends here and are lucky to have found your way..Whenever you need someone you just have to post and someone will be there..I thank god everyday for the people i have met in here...so tell us a little about yourself...again Welcome..Mystic
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