Hi, @stressedmesseddepressed - It's great to hear from you. I'm glad to hear your transition from duloxetine (Cymbalta) to escitalopram (Lexapro) went well. Your caveats with how it worked for you also seem wise with the unique variables in your case.

I agree with @hopeful33250 that it's great you have found some other activities that are also contributing positively to your mental health, like your walking and yoga, avoiding certain stressors and positive thinking. I have found, too, that my thinking is critical: I have realized at times before when I was quite down that I was hurting myself with my repetitive negative thoughts about myself or some situation.

What hobbies and volunteer work are you pursuing?