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How do you focus on the positive with Depression & Anxiety?
In my journey with the millions of humans who are brave enough to go down the path of recovery without alcohol, bad drug and more drugs, I have gradually more and more discovered how important it is to crawl out of my deep hole, bad attitude, self-importance, feeling sorry for myself, angry, sad, etc, etc, condition and more toward the LIGHT!!! That means changing and moving for me away from some friends that are very negative about everything. That means walking around the block when I get upset so I can calm down and see the light. That means taking care of myself, exercising, eating right and meeting new friends and keeping old friends that are well-balanced. Positivity in life is available to everyone and it's FREE. I have gone on a path throughout my early days of self-medicating with lots of alcohol, drug, etc. I cleaned myself up in 1996, OCT 13th but I still did not feel right until I could ask for help from a professional. Found out I was GAD (inherited from my MOM) and a few other close seconds. I went on medication for years on various meds until I found the chemical that keeps me pretty normal. BUT, BUT...something else was missing because I still suffered through the negativity of every situation that I could create in a moments time.
I love these groups because you are honest with yourself which is very important.
Finding good friends that understand you and the importance of staying positive with your journey through life.
Taking good care of yourself.
We all are unique so what works for me does not always work for you. I'm on 20mg of Lexipro.
What do other people do to stay positive?
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I think any of his motivation speech's are helpful. Getting of Effexor has so many side effects.
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1 ReactionThank you for uplifting post.
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3 Reactions@hearttoheart1 Hi! Sending positive vibes in case you need a little recharge. ☺️ Wishing you well on your upcoming Cardiologist visit. Hugs, Lori.
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2 ReactionsMorning
Thank you so much for remembering 💖
I am looking forward to going and hoping all is well
This anxiety ‘visited” me again ,a visit I could be doing without😔
So to you your word ,I am ‘recharged’ again👍And so appreciate you positive vibes
So will get the 5k done now
And have a better day
Look after yourselves xx☘️💖☘️
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1 Reaction@hearttoheart1 Thought I’d stop in to say hi this morning and see how you’re doing. Hopefully the visit with your cardiologist was all good news and that your sessions with the reflexologist are giving you the boost you need! Nothing but positive thoughts, right!?
Your spirit is indomitable! ☺️
Hello👋
Thank you for asking
To be honest I am so positive since my cardiologist appointment
I needed to know how my heart was ? And..
Is the defibrilator working?
And why the pain.?
M y anxiety was causing me such sadness
The brain is a funny thing
The outcome....
My heart is good👍
My defibrilator is working well👍
Now for this Anxiety🙄
He prescribed a tablet for me ,to take the edge off the pain and relax me a bit.
But I haven’t taken the tablet yet
I have decided to be more assertive in myself
I am still doing my 5k
I am crocheting for an elderly gent in hospital that I don’t know but my Reflexologist says she will give to him
The joy of having a purpose is wonderful
Spring seeds need to be planted now too. 🌾🪴🌹
So, knowing my heart is well means I need to get on with it
And if I falter along the way ,the tablets are there, but for now, I have lots to do,I am very grateful for that
Have a happy day ,friends 💝
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5 Reactions@hearttoheart1 Your entire message brings joy to my heart and a smile to my face! What an amazingly strong woman you are!! ♥️
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3 ReactionsNow my granddaughter, who is 16, can get her COVID immunization in Minnesota.
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2 ReactionsGood morning! I saw an inspirational quote this morning and it made me instantly think of you!
“There’s nothing more beautiful than when you prove to yourself just how strong you are.”
You’re so inspiring with how you’ve taken control of anxiety with walking, crocheting for patients in the hospital and Reflexology therapy. I think it was so vital for you getting that great news from your cardiologist!
Peace of mind can be all it takes for a morale boost! I just went through that this week myself with some reassurance from my neurologist. Doesn’t take long for doubt to come sneaking about when we leave that door open!
How ARE you doing? I’m expecting everything is continuing down the path of recovery and health! ☺️
Have you gotten a chance to peruse the new and improved Connect site?
Wishing you a delightful day... Lori
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2 ReactionsMorning 👋
Thank you for uplifting message
Doing really well,since Cardiologist visit
I’m still holding back on the antidepressants prescribed and so far managing the best👍
Yesterday.,I left the crocheted cushion I made for my reflexologist with her
She was very happy.,
on one side was a multicoloured pink granny square design and on the other,plain pink crystal wave design .Turned out really well.
Now it’s blanket crochet time.
On my return from home ,at my front door , a lady had let me a tray of yummy tray bake cakes🧁
I do not know her very well ,but met her on my walk recently.
I was in bad form with anxiety,worried about my heart
And my husband who is paraplegic is now diabetic
I blurted all out to her..she was very understanding.and promised to pray for me.
So took that fully on board ,bought the Dr.Michael Mosley diet diabetic book,with amazing results
He’s lost a lot of weight, the doctor is delighted with the latest blood results
Huge improvements and the glucose levels reduced in his bloods.
Result!!! ☺️
I am very happy that your visit to your neurologist went well too..happy days💕
At the start of your message you quoted an inspirational quote
You used a quote yourself that you are probably unaware of, but I will be taking it on board myself
‘It doesn’t take long for doubt to come sneaking about ,when we leave that door open’
Very poignant.
Busy day ahead now
Thank you
Keep walking
Keep talking dear friends
🏃♀️💝🤗
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