Light at the end of the tunnel

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Light at the end of the tunnel
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Tue, 11-14-2006 - 2:39pm

My meds have finally kicked in. I have been feeling pretty good in the afternoon for the last couple of days, and today I even felt good in the AM - not jittery and shaky like the past week.

I was even able to sleep for SIX hours last night. That's the most I've slept in over a week. I took a Xanax - the Ambien didn't really work so my psychiatrist said just take the Xanax for now. I am confident that I won't need it once the meds totally kick in.

I felt like a new woman this morning. Every day I wake up terrified to look at the clock because if it says 2 or 3 am that means I won't be able to get back to sleep. I was actually woken 2 or 3 times during the night (by one of my kids, and then by drunks fighting in the street - city life) but I was able to go back to sleep.

I can't believe it. I had some serious anxiety last night when I had a friend over for dinner (prom date from high school days, there's anxiety for you LOL) but I worked through it. Before he came over I told him what was going on - turns out he has suffered from anxiety for years but he works through it without meds. He gave me a meditation CD to try out.

That was really rough starting those meds. I'm so glad you guys were able to talk me through some of it. I still have a ways to go, but I think I'm on the right road. Thanks to all of you for your support!

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Tue, 11-14-2006 - 3:58pm
WTG! Don't forget that YOU are responsible for learning new ways to cope. You have accomplished that & aren't even aware of it. Give yourself credit. If the meditation CD is one that works for you, please share the title with us. I am anxious to move on from the chanting monks;) Wishing you continued success. So happy that we were here for you. (((hugs))) jan


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Registered: 07-28-2004
Tue, 11-14-2006 - 5:09pm

Great news! I'm glad they kicking in and working for you. Sounds like a good visit over dinner too.

Smiles,
Dee

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Wed, 11-15-2006 - 8:11pm

I am so happy for you!

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 05-27-2003
Wed, 11-15-2006 - 8:51pm

thats GREAT that you are begining to feel better!


keep us posted:) and don't be a stranger!

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Thu, 11-16-2006 - 3:40pm

Just a friend. I only date my husband. LOL

Funny thing is when he asked me to prom I was dating one of his best friends. And I dated his younger brother too. We have quite a history.

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Thu, 11-16-2006 - 8:16pm

Thanks! You guys have all been a godsend. I have a friend at work who suffers from this, and it really helps to talk to someone who knows what it feels like.

How are you doing??? I guess you're home from the hospital? Do they have you on bedrest?

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Thu, 11-16-2006 - 8:19pm

OOps!

Sheri Ann