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The first day of not being on meds

The first day of not being on meds

Just a bit of an update.

Over the past number of years I have been dealing with depression and anxiety. Part of my treatment plan has included medications with the help of specialists. Today is the first day where I will no longer be on medications and I am now going to start implementing better lifestyle choices.

Not too long ago I was in hospital, and also I had posted on here sharing about my expeirences with depression and anxiety.

I recently quit a full time job because it was not fulfilling enough and I believe that 2 years of covid lockdown has impacted all of us in some degree. For me this was especially hard given the lack of human contact.

I think it's fair to say that all of us want some change in our lives given the last 2 years. I am kind of comforted by that fact and that people no matter where you go on this planet will now have stories to tell about the impact of covid on their life.

Here's to new beginnings and the notion of rebirth

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Change

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I don't care about fun I guess @StuF
Too bored lol

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90% of time at home @MDT ?

As the expression goes, you really do need to get out more!

I know it's not always that easy to get out. Do you drive? Do you like being in nature? Do you like art/museums/music? There must be something you can give yourself the permission to do (I might be wrong, but it seems that might be an issue for you?)

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Its hard @StuF

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Goodnight

I go out when I want

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Hi @MDT ,

I just wanted to pop in to acknowledge all those things you've listed here. I can really hear how much these have impacted your self esteem and hope for the future. While I don't have any answers to these struggles, I do just want to remind you to be gentle with yourself.

The media is constant barraging us with unrealistic standards and ideas about what success, fortune and happiness look like, and it's hard for many of us to measure up (despite how hard some try to convince you otherwise). Despite the images and fantasies we are being sold, success and happiness look very different for everyone. Please remember that many of us find success and happiness by own own measure of what that is. Reframing is so important for our wellbeing💛

With that being said though, I am sorry to hear of the troubles you faced at your recent interview, and how that has affected you. I'm sending you hugs and strength to push on to the next.

cloudcore ⛅

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I know it's hard @MDT

And I'm sorry if I didn't seem very sympathetic in my response. I guess I recognise too much of Myself in your analysis of Yourself...

I'm yet to find the magic wand @MDT ...for either of us

Anyway, goodnight indeed. Catch you tomorrow

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@MDT wish I could give up my meds but risk going crazy again.

@StuF Hey StuF. How are you both going?

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Hiya @Bunniekins

Heading off to work here. Am ok.

How are you?

I'll check back in later. Have a good day 🙂

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Hey @MDT How are you doing today? 😊

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