It has been 8 weeks since I overdosed. 8 Weeks since that dreadful day that gave me a huge wake up call, got me back on medications and seeing counselors (which is something I hadn't done before). How am I feeling you might ask? I am having way more good days than bad days, don't get me wrong I still have my down moments, but they are not as severe and not as frequent as they were. I am seeing a counselor who is really helping me a lot with all my issues. Slowly but surely, I see her every 2 weeks and see my psychiatrist every month for medicine visits.
Here are a few 'update' questions so you know how I am doing
How do I feel about myself? I still have low self esteem, but I don't 'hate' myself as much as I did.
Depression? I have my ups and downs, but am pleased to say I have more good days than bad days.
Suicidal Thoughts? I have not had any since I started this whole mess
Mania? Have felt a little manic, but am pleased to say I've had $10 in my wallet for more than a week (tip money) and so happy about that as normally money burns a hole in my wallet big time and must be spent ASAP, it makes me anxious to have it in my wallet
Therapy? Yes regularly, visiting psychiatrist once a month for med changes as needed, and my counselor every 2 weeks.
Sleep? I am sleeping pretty good lately, not waking up 5 or 6 times a night like I used to.
Irritability? Yes I do still have some bouts with irritability but they are not as severe as they used to be, and I am learning how to control them with the CBT training my counselor is helping me with.
Anxiety? Not as severe, I still have bouts of it, but I am using breathing exercises that my counselor gave to me, and I do have klonazepam that I can take when it gets too severe. Also take L-Theanine when I am super anxious.
How is my toe? It is painful today and the meds are making me nauseated but I am hanging in there. Rob is taking excellent care of me, making sure I have everything I need. My cats are taking turns laying on my legs, keeping them warm or just snuggling. So today I got a delivery from my Foot Dr It was some way yummy cupcakes and a get well card. They sent the same thing last year. I really like my Dr he has a great bedside manner, and you can tell he really cares.
Here are a few 'update' questions so you know how I am doing
How do I feel about myself? I still have low self esteem, but I don't 'hate' myself as much as I did.
Depression? I have my ups and downs, but am pleased to say I have more good days than bad days.
Suicidal Thoughts? I have not had any since I started this whole mess
Mania? Have felt a little manic, but am pleased to say I've had $10 in my wallet for more than a week (tip money) and so happy about that as normally money burns a hole in my wallet big time and must be spent ASAP, it makes me anxious to have it in my wallet
Therapy? Yes regularly, visiting psychiatrist once a month for med changes as needed, and my counselor every 2 weeks.
Sleep? I am sleeping pretty good lately, not waking up 5 or 6 times a night like I used to.
Irritability? Yes I do still have some bouts with irritability but they are not as severe as they used to be, and I am learning how to control them with the CBT training my counselor is helping me with.
Anxiety? Not as severe, I still have bouts of it, but I am using breathing exercises that my counselor gave to me, and I do have klonazepam that I can take when it gets too severe. Also take L-Theanine when I am super anxious.
How is my toe? It is painful today and the meds are making me nauseated but I am hanging in there. Rob is taking excellent care of me, making sure I have everything I need. My cats are taking turns laying on my legs, keeping them warm or just snuggling. So today I got a delivery from my Foot Dr It was some way yummy cupcakes and a get well card. They sent the same thing last year. I really like my Dr he has a great bedside manner, and you can tell he really cares. 
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