Posted by KaraS on February 27, 2005, at 22:42:38
In reply to Re: Kara, my turn. How you are doing? » KaraS, posted by TamaraJ on February 27, 2005, at 18:34:53
Hi,
> -- No, you hadn't told me that. That sounds encouraging. And, it can't hurt to keep trying it - it doesn't cost anything but a bit of time, so there's nothing really to lose. I have to say that when I did my first two sessions with the practioner, and even when I practiced it on my own, I thought I noticed a reduction in my anxiety and anxious thoughts. So, maybe I'll try it again too. Like you, I am always somewhat skeptical about these things. But, we have to take whatever relief we can (even if it is sometimes just placebo). That's what keeps us going.Absolutely, we cling to whatever hope we can find.
> -- I started reading the thread and then got distracted. I'll finish reading tonight. That's good news that a prescription is not needed in Canada for the equipment. I am going to look into the cost and decide whether I want to consider pursuing it. I have had a bad day today (actually, it started last night). No real anxiety, but very weepy and despondent. I don't get it. Will I ever be me again? Oh well, maybe I hadn't slept well or something. Hopefully tomorrow will be a better day.
I'll definitely wait to see what happens with the 2 guys who are discussing CES in the thread before I commit to ordering it. It's just nice to have another potential option - something that might actually work on motivation.
I'm so sorry to hear about your bad day. I admit to being just as baffled as you are at the fickleness of these mood changes. I can't quite figure out why some of my days are encouraging and others are so anxious and despondent. I guess we're lucky that every day isn't as bad as our worst days. It must be particularly hard to take if you've been a happy and upbeat person in the past. (I've been dysthymic my entire adult life punctuated with periods of major depression. Unfortunately I can't even imagine not living with depression to some extent.)
> > Good luck :-) As the saying goes, "The strongest of all warriors are these two - Time and Patience".
That's a good saying to remember. You know a lot of great sayings!
> -- Regardless, she and her broker should have at least been given the opportunity to counter the other offer. That was very unprofessional of the other broker. Some, I guess, just don't have much integrity.
You're right. It really was unprofessional. My sister is in real estate and she thought it was appalling. She thought that my friend had cause to sue the seller and broker.
> -- I hope this one works out. When my brother was house hunting, he went through a similar thing - having to take his second choice. It turned out quite well, and he is very happy with the house that he got (plus it was less expensive, so that was an added bonus). But, he was discouraged and disappointed at first.I just heard that my friend's latest offer has been accepted so we're back on the roler coaster. I think this one could turn out to be a good choice as well.
> -- I am the same way! :-) The nice thing about lists is that you don't have to make a complete list right away. You could be sitting there, or having a walk, or be in middle of tapping :-) and think of something you will need to do and just jot it down. Lists are evergreen. So, we don't have to stress ourselves over making a comprehensive list all at once. When my older brother was getting his house ready to sell, I went down to give him a hand for a week (he lives in another city). I spent days stripping wallpaper, cleaning and organizing, etc., on top of looking after his kids while he had an opportunity to take a bit of a break. The last day I was there, I was up for 24 hours straight finishing some painting, etc. Then I made a list of all the things that still had to be done and left it on the coffee table for him. It was funny because he had spent the night at his girlfriends's place and when he got home he came across the list and started hustling around doing the stuff I had listed before he had to take me to the train. I think he was feeling a bit guilty!
Yeah, I'm always jotting items down to add to the "master" list later on. I just wish I got more items accomplished. That was incredibly nice of you to go to another city and then do so much to help your brother move.
> -- You are right. It doesn't matter if they are your own, biological kids. Once a bond has been established, the worry and instinct to protect just comes naturally. It's human nature to feel worry about others and feel protective I guess.
I worry a lot about my cats too. Sometimes I think even that's too much responsibility for me.
> -- This guy leads a very simple life apparently. He spends a lot of time meditating and he eats minimally but well. He seems to have found peace and harmony which must be such a wonderful thing. He was struck with polio when he was younger (he has a very noticeable limp) and even spent time as a POW, but he has perservered. He's quite an inspiration and very self-less. His brother and sister both work with him, and they as self-less as he is. I know what you mean about the money-grubbers though. I went to a hypnotist years ago who was very expensive and, well, turned out to be a quack. And, to top it off, he was really creepy. He would sometimes go off on a rant about his life (things that I really didn't need to hear or want to hear). After a few visits, I just got so creeped out by him that I didn't go back. It gives me the willies every time I think about it and him.
It's so rare to hear about people who are so selfless and unconcerned with money. Truly a very evolved soul. (That applies to his siblings as well.) The hypnotist does sound creepy. Unfortunately some people out there exploit those of us with emotional problems.
> -- I will do that. And, if you decide you want to pursue it, you would certainly have a place to stay here. All are welcome at my home.
Thank you so much. That's so sweet of you.
> -- I hope it goes away too. I have been experiencing so much nausea over the past year that it is becoming very frustrating and beyond a nuisance. I'll try to go up to 100 mg tomorrow and limit my coffee to one or two cups a day (probably decaf). I am sending my pdoc an e-mail. I had hoped that I would not have to go back to see him this soon. I just don't have it in me to do it. I may give up on him and try the L-Tyrosine again if the nausea continues to be bad. But, I won't give up on it just yet. >
Nausea is the worst. I hated having to try to force food down. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that yours goes away soon.
Kara
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