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creative_writerSenior Contributor
The recent medication changes has calmed my brain down. I’m still feeling caged up, I know my psych is looking at more frequent therapy sessions if we can get more under ED plan. Once a month sessions aren’t enough. It just feels like the traumatic memories aren’t ending, I’ve been in therapy for years. It’s taking so long to heal. I just want to get to the point the body flashbacks aren’t so regular
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@rav3n I am getting in my bed. It’s cold here and I can’t afford to put on the heater. Took my changed med and hoping it won’t upset my sleep. I didn’t contact my sister today she sent me a horrible message.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer Thank you. Hopefully no nightmares
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
I slept ok @creative_writer no nightmares. Hoping to be able to drag myself into a bath today.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer Not doing much better but only had one smoke in the last two hours so that’s something. How are you?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer Glad you are able to see a psychologist. I have tried to get in to see one but couldn’t find one. I have private cover even though I can’t really afford it. Yes I have been smoking less. Managed to walk up to the letter box which was empty meaning no bills.
I paid off a huge debt that I incurred when I was last manic so stupid. So glad it is paid off. It is sunny here but cold. Guess I should go outside. Turned heater on for a little while but thinking I’ll turn it off now.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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