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Posted by judy1 on November 19, 2000, at 2:12:47
I screwed up, don't want to call shrink. I was doing okay, shit. sorry.
Posted by judy1 on November 19, 2000, at 3:10:23
In reply to anybody around?, posted by judy1 on November 19, 2000, at 2:12:47
I tried to erase this and couldn't, i realize how selfish i'm being. i know the right thing to do, i'm getting helpnow. 10 steps back.
Posted by B Day on November 19, 2000, at 8:08:00
In reply to p.s., posted by judy1 on November 19, 2000, at 3:10:23
> I tried to erase this and couldn't, i realize how selfish i'm being. i know the right thing to do, i'm getting helpnow. 10 steps back.
Don't feel so bad J. Shuffling ten steps back is a move all of us Lumptonians incorporate into our national dance from time to time.
B
Posted by Kath on November 19, 2000, at 11:00:51
In reply to p.s., posted by judy1 on November 19, 2000, at 3:10:23
Hey Judy1,
I see absolutely no reason to apologize - lots of people (me for one) know the right thing to do, but sometimes need support to do it!!
Take care, & don't be hard on yourself!!Warm thoughts, Kath
> I tried to erase this and couldn't, i realize how selfish i'm being. i know the right thing to do, i'm getting helpnow. 10 steps back.
Posted by shar on November 19, 2000, at 13:51:06
In reply to anybody around?, posted by judy1 on November 19, 2000, at 2:12:47
Judy,
It is appropriate to post here before, during, and after screwing up, needing help and/or support, wanting to get it out of your system, etc. And, as BDay said, the "Shuffle Back 10 Steps" is a very well known move to just about all of us.Let us know, please, if you are ok???
Shar
> I screwed up, don't want to call shrink. I was doing okay, shit. sorry.
Posted by Janice1 on November 19, 2000, at 18:18:33
In reply to anybody around?, posted by judy1 on November 19, 2000, at 2:12:47
> I screwed up, don't want to call shrink. I was doing okay, shit. sorry.
Hi judy, it's Janice. I hope you're okay. I know you're in a very depressed phase of your illness. I hope you called for help. No one is stronger than this illness, NO ONE, so don't be hard on yourself for screwing up. I believed it, I still do. Please keep in touch with us all here. Although I rarely come to PB now, I think of you and some of the other regulars from time to time. I am not really religious but sometimes I say a prayer for some people here. I will say a few extra for you. Love Janice.
Posted by judy1 on November 20, 2000, at 10:20:32
In reply to hi Judy, posted by Janice1 on November 19, 2000, at 18:18:33
Thank you very much for your support (and Janice for your prayers). I did call my shrink which I really felt bad about doing in the middle of the night. I had to go to the hosp for stitches but my shrink didn't let them do 72 hour hold just 24. I caused a lot of problems for everyone like always. Not really feeling very well so I'm going to lay low. I hope everyone is well- judy
Posted by shar on November 20, 2000, at 11:26:36
In reply to To all, posted by judy1 on November 20, 2000, at 10:20:32
I'm so glad you called your dr. and got help! That is evidence of your healing, even though it probably felt crappy as hell when it was going on. You may have heard this before, but I want to remind you that just about everyone slips back into old behaviors (they are usually the most comfortable for us, even tho they may be harmful). Until we have more experience under our belts, and new behaviors to replace the old, and maybe meds that help stabilize us, we sort of go back and forth--and over time, more forth than back.
You went a good long time doing well, so I'm wondering if there was an event, or maybe the holidays that made you more upset or anxious. If so, making a plan on how to handle things might help.
Anyway, please keep in touch with your docs, and get help regularly (therapy, meds, whatever), because regular help can go a long way to keep us headed in a good direction. Don't wait til you are in crisis.
Take good care, and write when you want to! We'll be here...
Shar
Posted by Noa on November 20, 2000, at 12:32:04
In reply to Judy--in case you are reading... » judy1, posted by shar on November 20, 2000, at 11:26:36
Judy, please don't berate yourself for this. It seems a bit much to expect perfection, doesn't it? It is a process.
You did get help and that is the key. And you did it on your own initiative.
Use that rubber band not just to "ground" yourself when you dissociate---use it as a reminder to stop berating yourself!! Substitute more generous thoughts toward yourself.
Keep in touch.
Posted by Janice1 on November 20, 2000, at 19:50:07
In reply to To all, posted by judy1 on November 20, 2000, at 10:20:32
Thanks for keeping us informed Judy. I was concerned about you. Please be very gentle with yourself. Treat yourself like the way we know you should be treated. Janice :+)
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