Topic : Depression

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Created on : Friday, July 01, 2005, 04:53:17 pm
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June 16, 2008, 7:27 pm PDT

Depression

Quote From: yesyoucan

Dr. Phil suggests equalizing breaths

Breathe in and out to count of 5 or 7 EXACTLY each way
in ... and ... out

I substitute thinking this mantra breathing each way
in ... and ... out

Breathing in the healing forces
C - A - L - M - L - Y
(thinking)
I'm calm, relaxed, poised and confident
Breathing out the stress
(thinking)
I'm calm, relaxed, poised and confident


I even would write down in a notebook that phrase for a full notebook page. On walks sometimes I think that.

Are you breathing
C - A - L - M - L - Y
Breathing in the healing forces
Breathing out the stress

It isn't the end of the world to call 911 or go to the ER if your suicidal thoughts scare you. Suicide is a lie of depression. You are wise not to listen to those lies and to reach out. Keep reaching out until you find the help that helps.

SELF MATTERS INCLUDES YOU!!!

Im thinking that tomorrow im gonna try and find a doctor to help me im scared to go back but i think its the best thign to do. right now my chest hurts so much and having trouble breatjhing im gonna go to bed and sleep ill let you all know what happens tomorrow night after i call for help.

 

good night everyone

 
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June 16, 2008, 7:29 pm PDT

dntask

We have moderators here who send out information on emails. If ever you need reassurance that a moderator is aware of an especially stressed member you can click "Report to Staff" on that post. Likely, moderator has already seen and is keeping an eye on. Plus, too, just friendly chit chat helps us all so, hopefully, helps Kitty, too.

I wished I'd come on when you were on so you wouldn't be worried while at work. However, I have a feeling you are praying for Kitty and so are we. Welcome to the team dntask and Kitty.

Our posts are like hugs because sometimes we need to hold onto each other to stand back up.

UP OR DOWN

You are you
I am me
We are we

I'm proud of you Kitty reaching out and I'm proud of you dntask for reaching back. God Bless You Both and Us All... (((HUGs)))) SEA

 
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June 16, 2008, 7:34 pm PDT

Anxiety of my own

Quote From: yesyoucan

Dr. Phil suggests equalizing breaths

Breathe in and out to count of 5 or 7 EXACTLY each way
in ... and ... out

I substitute thinking this mantra breathing each way
in ... and ... out

Breathing in the healing forces
C - A - L - M - L - Y
(thinking)
I'm calm, relaxed, poised and confident
Breathing out the stress
(thinking)
I'm calm, relaxed, poised and confident


I even would write down in a notebook that phrase for a full notebook page. On walks sometimes I think that.

Are you breathing
C - A - L - M - L - Y
Breathing in the healing forces
Breathing out the stress

It isn't the end of the world to call 911 or go to the ER if your suicidal thoughts scare you. Suicide is a lie of depression. You are wise not to listen to those lies and to reach out. Keep reaching out until you find the help that helps.

SELF MATTERS INCLUDES YOU!!!
         Nice to see you in real time! I just had a thought while out with Shinny that sent me into a tiny panic attack! What if my house is haunted!?!  I couldn't believe it! I don't really believe in ghosts but I got a bit worried about it!!!
 
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June 16, 2008, 7:39 pm PDT

Good for you...

Quote From: kitty4love

Im thinking that tomorrow im gonna try and find a doctor to help me im scared to go back but i think its the best thign to do. right now my chest hurts so much and having trouble breatjhing im gonna go to bed and sleep ill let you all know what happens tomorrow night after i call for help.

 

good night everyone

Thank you.

If you think you need to go to ER... go.

Maybe you have asthma and the difficulty breathing scares you going outside. Maybe all the pollen aggravates and constricts your breathing passages.

You are wise to call a doctor because chest pains, even though often times anxiety, aren't always.

Yours sounds like anxiety, however, you know better if there are things distressing you as anxiety "can" cause chest pain. Has in me. If it is the difficulty breathing causing you stress then don't take chances and get help asap.

I'm glad you're going to find a doctor tomorrow. You can ask a social worker at hospital who social worker would suggest to you if you don't have a doctor in mind.

It could be chest pains are from anxiety thinking about going to doctor like most of us feel. In fact, often blood pressure readings are high at doctors offices for that reason. In other words, not first on everyone's list yet usually a good idea to go when we need or think we need to go.

Thank you for keeping us posted so we know you are okay and remember: SELF MATTERS INCLUDES YOU


THE GIFT OF YOU

Not only is today a gift since the present
YOU are a gift
Being present
 
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June 16, 2008, 7:50 pm PDT

Good idea!

Quote From: kitty4love

Im thinking that tomorrow im gonna try and find a doctor to help me im scared to go back but i think its the best thign to do. right now my chest hurts so much and having trouble breatjhing im gonna go to bed and sleep ill let you all know what happens tomorrow night after i call for help.

 

good night everyone

         The sooner you can get an appointment the better! Do you have a Walkman? It may help to lose yourself in a favorite tape or CD. Try not to think of going out as "facing your fears"! That's quite a major thing to do and it really doesn't sound like you are ready for that big of a step yet.

          What is the weather like where you are at? Does the air feel "heavy" when this happens? If you can't get in to the doctor tomorrow it probably would be a good idea to go to the nearest emergency room. They can help you find a doctor while starting treatment. It would be a lot quicker than trying to call around for a doctor.

 
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June 16, 2008, 7:54 pm PDT

Bread and Butter!

Quote From: yesyoucan

Thank you.

If you think you need to go to ER... go.

Maybe you have asthma and the difficulty breathing scares you going outside. Maybe all the pollen aggravates and constricts your breathing passages.

You are wise to call a doctor because chest pains, even though often times anxiety, aren't always.

Yours sounds like anxiety, however, you know better if there are things distressing you as anxiety "can" cause chest pain. Has in me. If it is the difficulty breathing causing you stress then don't take chances and get help asap.

I'm glad you're going to find a doctor tomorrow. You can ask a social worker at hospital who social worker would suggest to you if you don't have a doctor in mind.

It could be chest pains are from anxiety thinking about going to doctor like most of us feel. In fact, often blood pressure readings are high at doctors offices for that reason. In other words, not first on everyone's list yet usually a good idea to go when we need or think we need to go.

Thank you for keeping us posted so we know you are okay and remember: SELF MATTERS INCLUDES YOU


THE GIFT OF YOU

Not only is today a gift since the present
YOU are a gift
Being present
         That's what I was thinking! I have asthma and I also have an anxiety disorder! I get so sick sometimes because I've never learned to tell the difference between the two!
 
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June 16, 2008, 7:54 pm PDT

I'm happy to see you in real time too itsme62!!!

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         Nice to see you in real time! I just had a thought while out with Shinny that sent me into a tiny panic attack! What if my house is haunted!?!  I couldn't believe it! I don't really believe in ghosts but I got a bit worried about it!!!
I was SO sick last night...
Then after being so sick I had to clean up the bathroom because I wouldn't have wanted anyone else too. Anyone else being Lynn. I thought over and was heaving on bathroom floor too sick to stand up. Then, last 30 minutes of feeling like I was dying, got wrenching abdominal spasms. Truly, I don't see how I handled being so sick and then cleaning up so felt like a nightmare that hadn't really happened. Truly, digestively, the sickest I have ever been.

So, my apologies to all those I don't reply to as I'm taking it easy as my abdomen is so tender hurts to breathe. I have my appendix out so... Just from heaving I imagine...

Remember that saying, "Don't borrow trouble"? Likely, that thought is a "sweet lemons sour grapes" thought since you've been insecure you'll get house. Which is 100% normal. You'll feel better once there.

OMG! I saw a rug set at Big Lots for $50. Included a hall runner, a short and a 5 x 7. There's no rush though... Maybe you can qualify for a beautifcation program grant like my brother just did. Well he applied a year ago yet just now came up on list being his turn. Also, some universities that have architecture classes will remodel homes as semester projects etc.

Like Tanya I think I'm to novel length... I do that a lot. LOLz Hugs and prayers to you and all... SEA



 
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June 16, 2008, 7:58 pm PDT

Ed, I think you qualify for the Bachelor on ABC...

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Let me say that this Fathers Day has been one of reflection. My own father is a complete mystery to me, my mother divorced him before I was born. The man that I called Father as I grew up was cruel and violent.

I don't tell you this to make excuses for anything in my life, I am who I am because of the choices I have made. But these facts have left me with a great deal of confusion about weather or not I want to be a father. It is my hearts desire to be a father but my mind says that nothing good can from from it. This is probably the main reason I have never married. I can not deny my desire to find someone to share my life with. Because of this I can't deny that, even at 42 years old, I may someday be a father.

I have spent this fathers day reading, looking for answers. I would like to share with you something I found from the Glendale News Press, Glendale Cal. 


A Father's Ten Commandments

I.  I shall teach my child respect for his fellow man.
II. I shall teach him good sportsmanship in work and play.
III. I shall instill in him an appreciation of religion and the family, the backbone of society.
IV. I shall strive for companionship and mutual understanding.
V. I shall impart to him a desire to love and honor his country and obey its laws.
VI. I shall encourage him to apply himself to difficult tasks.
VII. I shall teach him the importance of participation in community affairs and local government.
VIII. I shall teach him self-reliance and help him develop an independent spirit.
IX. I shall help him develop a sense of responsibility in planning for the future.
X. I shall, above all, prepare him for the duties and responsibilities of citizenship in a free society.

If at any time in the future I find myself being a father, through biology or by marriage, I will do my best to keep these commandments.
Would that interest you? If so, maybe we all should call in and nominate you... Seriously...

1-866-739-3150 to nominate the next bachelor

http://thebachelor.warnerbros.com

 
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June 16, 2008, 8:17 pm PDT

Depression

Quote From: kitty4love

Hello everyone.

Well im new on here but i thought i should write everythign down to get it out of me couse it always helps and hope maybe someone could help me get advice.

My name is Sarah i just turned 18 years old.

 

When ever i walk out my door  i dont understand myself why am i shacking? why am i scared someone will hurt me? or talk behind my back? i dont understand, i start to feel chest burns and pains and needles all in ym body like if im about to just lose all my breath and pass out, I wish there wasa way to help STOP this anxiety going threw my mind and body. but been 4 years now and still getting nowhere and im scared. i start to get negative thoughts and suicdal situations when im on a city buss, in a store, at the movies, school. anywhere that invovles lots of people.

 

This is so strange?

becouse iam a nice person who loves to be aruond people and help out, and want to explore and do stuff but with this situation i dont know what to do, its like there is 2 people inside me one is the real me, and the other is someone who is tryignt o take over my body. I WANT OUT!!! i wnat to be FREE to be able to go to school have friends and have a life, not feel traped scared and locked up. im scared i might even just end my life. i dont know anymore wat to do, i left a message with dr. phill praying hoping i can get on the show for advice and help. i just pray that i can get healing and better and be able to go back to school.

 pleas help me!

Wow talk about a plate full, you must be so tired, and such a beatiful young lady.  We are a GREAT group to talk with... I hope we can find you some help!  I know we can find you some help

 

Blessings, Mary Ann

 
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June 16, 2008, 8:21 pm PDT

Depression

Quote From: labelfree

I was never ever mad at you....I had to handle a liar back in NJ.  I still have to wait another 8 months and if she lies anymore about me my new attorney will eat her for lunch sort of speak!

 

I cannot believe how a woman could put on crockadile teaRS  but than again she is the one living in misery not me.  I am living truly for the first time ever in BLISS!

 

In Aug we will be celebrating our first wedding anniv/we have been together though 2 years!

 

I am so proud of you sponsoring others!

 

xox

S

GOSH  .... I am so glad your back... I have truly miss you my friend.

 

2 years already!  Wow...

People are stupid you and I know that  though... we are alot alike :o)

xoxoxoxoxox

 

Blessings to you and all of the family... maryann

 

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