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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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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer I have been sleeping better so my bipolar is coming under control. Last night wasn’t so good but the previous 3 nights were good. Hoping to start sleeping well again from tonight. Yes a good productive day. Got some more seeds in the post today.
I really hope you can get in on a cancellation. I hope to hear soon from my psychiatrist - it’s been quite a while since I last spoke to her.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer If I sleep I’m usually stable., but yes can be hard to stabilise. What I need is a week of decent sleep. Watermelon seeds.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
I’m good today. @creative_writer Got some seeds and 3 plants in the post. Watered plants straight away. Will plant some of the seeds tomorrow morning. Did some puzzles. Read a chair yoga book. Read my novel.
How about you? How are you doing?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer Glad you are calm. Nothing special for the weekend. Will walk up local shop and garden a bit in the morning and watch women’s footy in the afternoon.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
Well that’s something @creative_writer . Sorry to hear you didn’t sleep well.
I am fine. The hypomania is easing. My psychiatrist is ringing me Tuesday. I’m getting some painting done Thursday and some roller shutters installed also on Thursday. Busy with maintenance on the unit.
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