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Importance of focusing on 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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It is fantastic you take to the roads ,like me
There is no right or wrong way
I understand that when walking with company and you are chatting away ,it actually shortens the walk too.and you are getting the benefits of the fresh air ,and clocking up the steps
So well done
It’s a win win situations, and like me
At the end of your walk we both accomplish the same result
Feel good factor
And reenergised
Have a happy day🏃♀️🎋🏃♀️
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2 Reactions@trellg132 where do you live?
North Carolina
Been sick the last 3-4 days and thought of the physical side of my life that I take for granted. My Mom would always say “your health is everything, so take care of yourself”.
I think The CDC says that even if you were fully vaccinated 20% will still get Delta … I grabbed a Covid test Thursday so I’ll find out next week.
Did you go back on Paxil?
Did it work?’im 9 months off a BAD Paxil taper and heading toward a nervous breakdown….
Wondering if it might work again…
AWFUL DAY!! I got fired at the part time job I had. I freaked out when my Boss gave me an absence sheet saying I didn't work on Sunday and did this in front of 12 other people that were punching time in with me. I don't work on Sunday's, i only work M-F. He said I got a sheet so I going to be punished with a point reduction. I tried to get into my schedule online but the signal is so bad I couldn't validate. I got angry and called him an asshole. Fired!! I did call HR later and explained how uneasy I felt when he approached me with inaccurate information about my work schedule. I took propranolol later and calmed down now that I'm writing this note. Blood pressure goes way up and I want to scream and yell and hurt somebody!! Better that I just went home to get back to normal.
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3 ReactionsHi,
Mental illness has taken front and center in todays world. Be kind to yourself and please do not beat yourself up. Here are the three most important words I was ever given. When faced with a situation like you encountered pause, gently breath and ask yourself. ""is it necessary?"
I was ADHD and OCD as I child and I still have it at age 77 {July 4th}.
Take good care of yourself.
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4 Reactions@stsopoci, I was excited to see your name pop up in my list of notifications. It's been a little while since our paths crossed. I'm so sorry to hear about your being fired. We're you able to connect with HR and rectify the inaccuracy about the work schedule?
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2 ReactionsThanks. I was blowing off steam and really needed somewhere to express my frustration. I’m amazed that I just don’t listen to my body when it gets tired and exhausted. I wasn’t getting enough sleep. I talked to HR and they understand. I feel much better not working at Menards 5-9 am 5 days a week. I’m playing (trombone) in a big band throughput the summer where I’m supposed to be. I’ve performed in bands my whole life and I need to keep doing what feels best for me.
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3 ReactionsSounds like you are handling this quite well. I've always admired the ability to play an instrument. Couldn't help but feel angry in hearing how your immediate supervisor treated you.
First, any person in a position of authority should NOT be berating an employee, especially in front of co workers. Seems you were terminated because your assessment of him was right on point:)
Secondly, he should have treated you with the respect due a person of your experience.
Lastly, actually before he approached you, he should have gotten his facts straight, He should be the one receiving discipline.
I have always detested big fish in a very small pond who emotionally bully and abuse people in their charge. It's people like him who make people like us need medication!