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I take Lexapro, Lamictal, Abilify, yet have Problem Taking Showers

Posted by nscappa @nscappa, Apr 22, 2023

I have mentioned this sensitive subject in the past but it's not getting any better. I do have depression and I take Lexapro, Lamictal, and now Abilify. The Abilify really screwed me up re mania, insomnia, constipation, talking incessantly, etc. I switched to half a pill every other day. I mention the meds just so you would l know what I am taking. The issue with taking a shower is still a huge effort way too hard to get in that shower. Is anyone else having this problem? It's really upsetting because I have always been such an immaculate person re hygiene. I do live alone so that saves me somewhat. This is really a big problem for me. Any comments?

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grayner | @grayner | Mar 9, 2024
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As far as what I love/like to do that I enjoy, I truly don't enjoy very much as of late. Many years ago I painted in oils and I really loved it but things change and I stopped many years ago. I also loved to sketch but what always happens is "I don't think I could do that anymore", loss of confidence. I love tennis (actually I'm addicted to it. I played when I was in my early twenties but once you lose your partner (she didn't die) : )it's pretty hard to find another one. I have always loved it since Bjorn Borg (my all-time favorite) and that was in the late 70's. Now I have the Tennis Channel and I am addicted to it and I absolutely love it. I clap and yell so yes, this is one thing that I really get excited about. Thanks for your honest reply and I love that you have a great sense of humor. Nancy

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Hi Nancy: I can't believe there is another "Tennis Addict" who still loves Borg, Connors and McEnroe! Actually, the McEnroe brothers! I have played all my life; recently watched the Australian Open. Are you watching Coco Gauff?
It's a small world huh? The French is coming up soon at Roland Garros, I look forward to the matches in between also. They are playing at Indian Wells right now. I am a tennis channel binger.
I wish I could sketch; I draw "Stick People." My childhood was spent doing sports and not the arts or creative interests. so, there I am. Really stick people. Can you draw animals? I wish I could draw a picture of my cat!
do you have any animals? My cat has saved my life; emotionally. I'm single and live alone and she is a great companion (listens to all my BS!). Born and raised in San Francisco. I was a "Hippie!" I yell and clap at the tv also!
Enough for now Georgie

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nscappa | @nscappa | Mar 10, 2024
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Hi Nancy: I can't believe there is another "Tennis Addict" who still loves Borg, Connors and McEnroe! Actually, the McEnroe brothers! I have played all my life; recently watched the Australian Open. Are you watching Coco Gauff?
It's a small world huh? The French is coming up soon at Roland Garros, I look forward to the matches in between also. They are playing at Indian Wells right now. I am a tennis channel binger.
I wish I could sketch; I draw "Stick People." My childhood was spent doing sports and not the arts or creative interests. so, there I am. Really stick people. Can you draw animals? I wish I could draw a picture of my cat!
do you have any animals? My cat has saved my life; emotionally. I'm single and live alone and she is a great companion (listens to all my BS!). Born and raised in San Francisco. I was a "Hippie!" I yell and clap at the tv also!
Enough for now Georgie

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I can't believe it! Finally someone who appreciates the art of tennis. People don't know what they are missing. Imagine saying that tennis is boring, just hitting a ball back and forth. What about a bunch of giants jumping on one poor man carrying a ball and needing all of them to stop the man. Really?? You are lucky to have been playing so long. I too live along and have a cat, "Lola", a.k.a. Fatso. She weighs 18.2 lbs. You know, I think it would be better to email one another than posting here because I don't know how it will be taken. If this is okay with you. We seem to have a lot in common and it would be nice to have another friend who understands. I don't know if it would be a good idea to share my email here even though the beginning shows up or am I missing something?? Anyway, if you would like to do this just let me know. Have a good day! : )

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grayner | @grayner | Mar 10, 2024
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I can't believe it! Finally someone who appreciates the art of tennis. People don't know what they are missing. Imagine saying that tennis is boring, just hitting a ball back and forth. What about a bunch of giants jumping on one poor man carrying a ball and needing all of them to stop the man. Really?? You are lucky to have been playing so long. I too live along and have a cat, "Lola", a.k.a. Fatso. She weighs 18.2 lbs. You know, I think it would be better to email one another than posting here because I don't know how it will be taken. If this is okay with you. We seem to have a lot in common and it would be nice to have another friend who understands. I don't know if it would be a good idea to share my email here even though the beginning shows up or am I missing something?? Anyway, if you would like to do this just let me know. Have a good day! : )

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Hi Nancy: my cats name is "Cricket! Hi to Lola.

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grayner | @grayner | Mar 10, 2024
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Hi Nancy: my cats name is "Cricket! Hi to Lola.

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Hi Nancy: I tried to give you my e mail and they wouldn't let me because I am a new member. I'll figure it out!
so glad we found such a common ground. Watched young Alcarez play this afternoon; what a super young player he is turning out to be.
I had visiting Wimbledon on my Bucket list and even though I was able to do some great travelling before I got sick, London was not on my itinerary. Now it won't happen, but I love that grand slam with all its' tradition and history! Love all the slams
ill try again re e mail.
Georgie

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nscappa | @nscappa | Mar 10, 2024
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Hi Nancy: I tried to give you my e mail and they wouldn't let me because I am a new member. I'll figure it out!
so glad we found such a common ground. Watched young Alcarez play this afternoon; what a super young player he is turning out to be.
I had visiting Wimbledon on my Bucket list and even though I was able to do some great travelling before I got sick, London was not on my itinerary. Now it won't happen, but I love that grand slam with all its' tradition and history! Love all the slams
ill try again re e mail.
Georgie

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Hi Georgie,
Again I can't believe that I have found a tennis addict. It will be so nice to see who your favorites are. I just watched Rublev lose to Lehecka (spelling). Don't know where he came from but what a player. So strong. I felt badly for Rublev but anyone can beat anyone on any day. I still don't know if what we are talking about will be allowed. What do you think?

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Mar 10, 2024
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I can't believe it! Finally someone who appreciates the art of tennis. People don't know what they are missing. Imagine saying that tennis is boring, just hitting a ball back and forth. What about a bunch of giants jumping on one poor man carrying a ball and needing all of them to stop the man. Really?? You are lucky to have been playing so long. I too live along and have a cat, "Lola", a.k.a. Fatso. She weighs 18.2 lbs. You know, I think it would be better to email one another than posting here because I don't know how it will be taken. If this is okay with you. We seem to have a lot in common and it would be nice to have another friend who understands. I don't know if it would be a good idea to share my email here even though the beginning shows up or am I missing something?? Anyway, if you would like to do this just let me know. Have a good day! : )

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@nscappa and @grayner, Connect is a public forum. If you wish to share personal contact information, it is better to use the secure private message function.

I might also add that by sharing here in the forum, you are connecting with several people where all can benefit from group support.

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nscappa | @nscappa | Mar 10, 2024
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@nscappa and @grayner, Connect is a public forum. If you wish to share personal contact information, it is better to use the secure private message function.

I might also add that by sharing here in the forum, you are connecting with several people where all can benefit from group support.

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Thank you Colleen I wasn't aware of this. How can I find where this option is. Thanks again! : )

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Mar 10, 2024
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Thank you Colleen I wasn't aware of this. How can I find where this option is. Thanks again! : )

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Find 'How to send a private message' and other useful tips in the Help Center https://connect.mayoclinic.org/help-center/

PS: I love following tennis too 🙂

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grayner | @grayner | Mar 10, 2024
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Find 'How to send a private message' and other useful tips in the Help Center https://connect.mayoclinic.org/help-center/

PS: I love following tennis too 🙂

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Thank You, , Colleen, I also was not aware of this. thank you for bringing this to my attention.

P.S. Love your postscript!

Georgie

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nscappa | @nscappa | Mar 11, 2024
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Find 'How to send a private message' and other useful tips in the Help Center https://connect.mayoclinic.org/help-center/

PS: I love following tennis too 🙂

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I can't believe another tennis lover, you have good taste. We decided to go right to email to communicate but thank you for your suggestion. I guess tennis is too classy for some to even give it a chance to understand it. Oh well, to each their own. : )

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