quicky wanted to see if there are any other activities or things people do to keep their heads above water. We all talk about meds and meditation and I'm all about it. But keeping connected not isolating stimulation things like that which hep find us relief. Just a random thought. Thread seemingly repatative. I'm finding new people here and meeting new people in/out of 12 step programs and bmxing with kids. Back to skydiving when weather breaks. You guys?
(03-14-2017, 12:13 AM)fishfarmer Wrote: [ -> ]Drew, if it is depression you are dealing with, I think you should see a Doc. A friend told me that the AD meds are much better than back when I took Paxil. You don't seem depressed? By the way, my Buddy is in Nebraska's BMX Hall of Fame. So cool you share that interest with your Kids! You skydive so you are not anxious or timid, WOW that must be a thrill. Hard physical Labor, which I am doing a lot of, sure seems to mellow me out. Meditation works for me but stop's the moment the owner starts yelling at me? Best Wishes too you and I am sorry I could not be of more Help, Take Care Buddy and things will get better, I promise.We have a short walk on this Earth, so please try and savor the gift of life-each and everyday! FF
Nah man good advice. I think it's just a need for constant stimulation and sometimes the daily grind gets ya. But yeah I'll talk to the doc. Got an appt later this week.
Cheers
was going to suggest maybe walks,but skydiving beats that ten fold
maybe its just mood swings depending where you live its spring now in most places,thus a bit of change when coming back from winter,when days get longer maybe getting back to active is what you need.
Activity I think heaps lot. I agree. Thanks Guys.
(03-14-2017, 12:26 AM)Drewpickup Wrote: [ -> ]Nah man good advice. I think it's just a need for constant stimulation and sometimes the daily grind gets ya. But yeah I'll talk to the doc. Got an appt later this week.
Cheers
I can feel you on the need for stimulation. I had a really good life and hobbies that kept my depression at bay Bc I was so busy. Moved away with a girl. Friends moved acros the country during that time. Came back home when relationship ended to no friends and no idea what to do with myself except live in my head and let depression eat me alive.
Reading helps. Never did it before. Read rich dad pot dad first since it's about life and useful info but trying to also read for recreation.
The gym has been my biggest ally. Always new stuff to read about. Don't need someone else to go but if you have a partner or make friends there it's even better. Plus self esteem goes up. And I've made outside friends too. "Hey we're All meant heads wanna go drive adult go karts sometime?"
Being possibly bipolar is tough though. On bad days I'll want to impulse spend to keep busy. Buy a new expensive guitar only to not touch it a week later. Go on a shopping spree to keep busy. Hit a casino. So my advice is engage in free things. Riding a bike, going somewhere social etc. don't rely on spending money at first to keep you busy. If it's a real interest eventually go ahead but tread lightly first
(03-13-2017, 11:22 PM)Drewpickup Wrote: [ -> ]quicky wanted to see if there are any other activities or things people do to keep their heads above water. We all talk about meds and meditation and I'm all about it. But keeping connected not isolating stimulation things like that which hep find us relief. Just a random thought. Thread seemingly repatative. I'm finding new people here and meeting new people in/out of 12 step programs and bmxing with kids. Back to skydiving when weather breaks. You guys?
For me, exercise is key, even if it is just a few minutes of walking, parking in the far end of the parking lot, taking the stairs, or marching in place while on the phone or watching TV. Finding a fun activity (I like Zumba, but that's definitely not everyone's cup of tea) and carving out time to myself to do it at least a few times a week is a serious mood booster. I notice my stress and depression levels are significantly higher when I am inactive. Also finding a balance between socializing and alone time helps me. When I was unemployed and a stay at home mom, I would get depressed not having an adult to talk to all day, literally counting the minutes sometimes until my husband got home. Getting out and hanging out with friends, meeting new people, or just leaving the house really helped. It's definitely an ongoing battle, and my thoughts are with everyone who is fighting depression and anxiety.
I feel obliged to be busy all the time. Before I was extremely active. Climb stairs, run up streets for hours. At that moment, it was true that it did me good. But for a few months I have only been walking normally, I no longer feel this well-being and I have lost my passion.
Who do I listen to? My rational brain knows very well what is good for me or my other side that brings me to emergency and self-mutilation. I was hospitalized recently and I now fear for my heart. I have an appointment with a cardiologist following my visit to the emergency room. Too many pills.
They took away my sedatives. I do not know what will become of me. Completely crazy ?
No u won't become completely craZY. but, u can perhaps be treated properly for whatever is your problem.
Please don't take more pills than advised. Please.
Because records follow us to a lot of differing doctors, you may not get sedatives again. But u may get a mild anti depressant.
Or, u can try, just try, to run again. Do the physical things that made u feel better.
Never give up on a better life. Never. You have a job to do on this earth. You are worth far more than u realize.
But, no, you don't sound crazy to me. At all. It sounds like u r in a depressed state, at the moment. That is treatable. One can get beyond that.
If exercise works, you perhaps don't need pills. Pills are not the cure all for most of us.
Don't give up on yourself.
We won't give up on you.
Dancing. Seriously.
If there are any classes in your area, go try a few until you find one you like. It'll be one evening out of your whole life, and there will always be first timers and beginner sessions.
Personally, I absolute hated swing and lindy hop, but trying Salsa has led me to having four years under my belt. Best thing is you can dance at classes anywhere; it's a social activity without the need for an established social network.
You might be terrified at first, but see it as an exciting fear... You can only get better at it, after all. Eventually that fear disappears and it feels really good reassuring dance partners that are still feeling it.
(04-04-2017, 04:26 PM)Hamil Wrote: [ -> ]Dancing. Seriously.
If there are any classes in your area, go try a few until you find one you like. It'll be one evening out of your whole life, and there will always be first timers and beginner sessions.
Personally, I absolute hated swing and lindy hop, but trying Salsa has led me to having four years under my belt. Best thing is you can dance at classes anywhere; it's a social activity without the need for an established social network.
You might be terrified at first, but see it as an exciting fear... You can only get better at it, after all. Eventually that fear disappears and it feels really good reassuring dance partners that are still feeling it.
That's awesome. I stink at dancing but I'm gonna YouTube some videos to learn some cool moves I can bust out on occasion. Haha!