Depression

Sazbo

Pumpkin_Pie wrote:

Dentists <shiver> Poor Sazbomb - hope the pain has lessened now:(

Thanks pumpkin. I don't normally have a bad time at the dentist - maybe she got out of bed on the wrong side yesterday:D Mouth's a bit less delicate today, think I'll have another cuppa, always makes me feel better:) Sazxxx

geminilady

Tiff wrote:

Good Morning Guys!:wave:
Wakened this a.m. to about an inch of snow here in Warwickshire - all pure and untouched except for where the cats have been trekking in the night. It's so purrdy!:rolleyes: I was planning on trying to go out today though, which I still may do as long as it doesn't ice up - I think I'd be very good at doing the falling over thing!:D

How about some good Tiff news?
Mum was discharged from hospital yesterday afternoon!:j She'll have to be permanently on oxygen though and she'll need a wheelchair now.:o They've got her sorted with oxygen tanks at home and with some home helps and physio at home too. This episode was too close for comfort and I'm truly grateful she's made it - she's a real fighter!;)
Right then, better throw some Tiff hugs out to anyone who needs them!

Much Love,
Tiff xxx

Hi Tiff,Great news about your mum,so pleased she pulled through and i am sure she is glad to be going home and that you will have her for a while longer.:T

Sazbo

gillette147 wrote:

Hiya folkes,

I've just got up to snow too.
.......and my back has gone out as I lifted the toilet seat! I'm sitting here with it twinging - and hoping it goes away. My last set of back trubble started as I bent over the sink to brush my teeth and lasted 2 months!

Tiff and Sazzy
Buy two hats and swap over for wedding two.

Hiya Gilly :hello: Sorry to hear about your back hun - that's what you get for not being a midget like me:D Maybe have a soak in the bath and see if that eases it up a bit? LOL me and Tiffy swapping hats! The two of us'll be like the mad hatters' tea party - ie even more than usual;)
Sazzyxxx

geminilady

Pumpkin_Pie wrote:

Morning all,

I hope you all had bearable nights? I start the meds today - I'm hoping to feel better soon.

Big hugs to Tiff, Feelie, Sazbo, Elona, Blinky,Ethel Carol, Learning to drive, Gemini, Miro, Queensway Boy and all who need them:grouphug:
See you all soon,

Pumpkin xxx

Hi Pumpkin, Good luck with the meds,as others have said it can take them a while to kick in,up to a month but just keep in mind that you WILL feal better soon.

Sazbo

Hi gemini :hello: How's you today hun? Sazx

geminilady

Sazbo wrote:

Hi gemini :hello: How's you today hun? Sazx

Hi Sazbo,I am fine thanks,i seam to be keeping my depression at bay at the moment.I have learnt a few self help tricks over the years,but i live in dread of sinking down that dark hole again.As to "N" i am doing my best to distance myself and have decided not to contact him first again.If he really likes me he will contact me.I can symathise over the dentist, i really hate going and am overdue for a check up,but i don't even like having my teeth cleaned lol.I cling on to the chair for dear life.

Sazbo

geminilady wrote:

Hi Sazbo,I am fine thanks,i seam to be keeping my depression at bay at the moment.I have learnt a few self help tricks over the years,but i live in dread of sinking down that dark hole again.As to "N" i am doing my best to distance myself and have decided not to contact him first again.If he really likes me he will contact me.I can symathise over the dentist, i really hate going and am overdue for a check up,but i don't even like having my teeth cleaned lol.I cling on to the chair for dear life.

LOL that was me yesterday - I think I almost broke the handles off the chair!:D Easy for me to say, I know, but reckon that might be a good plan distancing yourself slightly - as much as anything it might give you a little space to evaluate your own feelings. Sazxxx

SoozieSoo

I am a regular poster, but feel I need to hide my identity.

I have been feeling very down for the past few years. Recently I am consumed with thoughts of jealousy. Whenever a friend or family member has good news, I cannot feel happy for them, just rage and jealous that it is not me. This leads to feelings of worthlessness and that I am not a “good” person because I don’t have their good fortune.

I am also starting to have feelings that I want to hurt others emotionally, by for example sending my best friend a letter saying her husband is having an affair. I don’t know why I have these feelings?

Am I depressed? I am too scared to talk to anyone about this, even my husband, as I don’t want people to think I am bad. I am also very tier all the time and just have a general feeling of not wanting to do anything.

feelinggood_2

SoozieSoo wrote:

I am a regular poster, but feel I need to hide my identity.

I have been feeling very down for the past few years. Recently I am consumed with thoughts of jealousy. Whenever a friend or family member has good news, I cannot feel happy for them, just rage and jealous that it is not me. This leads to feelings of worthlessness and that I am not a “good” person because I don’t have their good fortune.

I am also starting to have feelings that I want to hurt others emotionally, by for example sending my best friend a letter saying her husband is having an affair. I don’t know why I have these feelings?

Am I depressed? I am too scared to talk to anyone about this, even my husband, as I don’t want people to think I am bad. I am also very tier all the time and just have a general feeling of not wanting to do anything.

An online test might help you work out if you are feeling depressed, and will give you something to think about - if you decide to see your doctor then you will have a good idea of what you need to mention:
NetDoctor Test or PsychCentral Test
It isn't a diagnostic tool, just something to think about. It is best if you see your GP.

Are these thoughts and feelings unwelcome? Do you have to try very hard to supress them? Do you obsess over them? A quiz on OCD is available at PsychCentral that might be of interest to you.

Remember, you are not alone - alot of people have similar thoughts and worries, and they do not make you a bad person. I have a lot of intrusive bad thoughts, and it is very unpleasant, so please talk to your doctor about this - he will know how to help you best.

Welcome to the thread, hope you decide to stick around

feelinggood_2

Also, maybe consider reading a self-help book from the libary? There are lots of books that deal with overcoming jealousy, and you might be able to find one that suits you

On the topic of books - one that my Grandad and Mum both found very helpful was Self Help For Your Nerves by Dr Claire Weekes. I've not read it my self. One book that I can recommend is 10 Secrets of Abundant Happiness by Adam Jackson.