Zoloft!!! What being over a year out means to me

I have dealt with depression and anxiety for several years. I inherited depression and I am proud to have found a way to handle it. I take meds gladly. It does take awhile to find the right mixture for one's brain chemistry. Zoloft didn't work for me and it messed up my sex life. But now I have the right combination. It is really hard to deal with negative self-talk. You are worthy and so is your family. Seeking help is the hardest part of becoming functional. I have been down several paths while dealing with my depression. I think your self-realization is awesome. You are making tremendous headway in becoming totally healthy. Thanks so much for sharing~~you are a survivor!

Thanks!  That is one thing I know I can do - survive.  I don't give up, at least not for any period of time.  We are all worthy, and I know my family deserves a better version of me as much as I deserve a better version of me. 

Wow... sorry to hear about your struggles.  I hope the meds help you - they have certainly done wonders for quite a few people in my life, including my wife, who had terrible anxiety issues.  

As odd as it may sound, thank you for sharing the down side of your journey with us.  It's not all rainbows and skittles.  Real life intrudes, struggles hidden by fat bob to the surface.  Brave souls that share that part of life help so many others see that they are not alone.  

-Tom

Thanks, Tom.  I really appreciate that.  I'm thrilled with my journey, but I just want to "keep it real," you know? 

Years ago I went through some anxiety issues...... had heart palpitations, thought I was headed for the big "to bad"......

Was diagnosed with panic/anxiety...... was prescribed Paxil

I wasn't smart enough to go into therapy like was suggested...... my self diagnosis was "fatness" I am in an image based business and it was becoming overwhelming to keep the perceived image up. I always thought that I could make it up in talent and that just became very hard to maintain.

So... back to Paxil.... it worked..... took about 2 weeks to kick in like they said it would....... 

Here is the thing I was told about these drugs and it turned out to be true for "me", I say me because I can see how it would not be the same for everyone.

When/if the drug does what it is supposed to do is the time to start working on your issues when it doesn't seem like it is so overwhelming. Define and work on your issues so you can can work your way off the medication.

These issues are very normal and nobody is immune as our world is much more complex than ever and we are "extra special" because of our obesity.

I was on Paxil for about a year and I am very thankful it worked out.

Anxiety, panic, depression can be very debilitating and I think your smart for taking this route.

Thanks for always keepin it real !

frisco

 

You're totally right, IMO.  I don't want to be on medication forever, but I need some time to breathe before I can work on anything.  But, yes, I do need to work on my **** because it's not going away.  :)

Good for you!  There is absolutely no reason why people like us who deal with these issues need to suffer with all these miracle drugs that are out now to combat it.  I wish everyone feeling depression could read your post.  If you give even one person the inspiration they need to help themselves, it would be time well spent!  I aplaude you!

Thank you!

((((HUGS)))

I have SOOO been there and I could not agree with Frisco more.  I think get yourself stable on some medication and then try to deal with the core of what is happening.  Talk therapy belps. I know you've done it before, but the combination of the two could be really great for you! It was for me a few years ago and then I was able to get off the meds.

I know we are "strangers" but I just feel connected to your journey and your story. You are just so real.   You have done amazingly well, you are gorgeous.. but you have a REAL life and you are sharing it with all of us.  I so appreciate it.   I am here for you!

Thanks hon!  I'm here for you too :)