Search found 11 matches

by Julene G.
Wed Oct 29, 2008 7:38 am
Forum: General Comments/Inquiries about
Topic: scared and nervous
Replies: 12
Views: 2566

Hey manofmusic, :) So great to read how much you have changed over the past few weeks since we first began talking. Your doing wonderfully and I am soooooooo happy for you and all the progress you have achieved!! You are doing a great job on your journey towards a very happy, healthy, prosperous lif...
by Julene G.
Fri Sep 26, 2008 3:49 pm
Forum: Prescription Medication Discussion
Topic: Need help with Cymbalta
Replies: 16
Views: 3111

I was on Cymbalta for 7 weeks and it was horrible. It tooks weeks after I stopped taking it to come down from it. I got all my closets cleaned out, that's for sure! During that time on Cymbalta I got hooked on Ambien, and am still taking that. I switched to a non SSRI AD and am now doing well. Every...
by Julene G.
Tue Jul 15, 2008 7:23 pm
Forum: Participant Questions & Support
Topic: traveling..scared
Replies: 6
Views: 2850

Flying is easy, it's driving that terrifies me. More people die in car accidents everyday.Airplane wrecks seem more tragic cuz more people tend to die in one acccident.I used to be afraid of flying, but I'd fly any day rather than ride in a car. Odds are better! Think more rationally! Feel the fear ...
by Julene G.
Thu May 29, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: Session 11 - Medication and Alcohol
Topic: Paxil CR 37.5mg - Side effects?
Replies: 3
Views: 4478

My personal experiene on Paxil for 2 years says get off that drug! Talk to your doctor, find another way! I'm surprised this drug is still being presribed. I went to a website called "quitpaxil.org". see if it's still out there. I had to take 2 weeks out of my life to get off this drug. It is known ...
by Julene G.
Thu May 29, 2008 4:25 pm
Forum: Book Club
Topic: Been There? Done That? DO THIS! by Sam Obitz
Replies: 108
Views: 57147

If you suffer from depression I recommend a book by Paul Gilbet (2nd edition) called "Overcoming Depression". On the flip side: If you just want to escape & have a good laugh, read the book by Chelsea Handler "Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea". (on the bestseller list right now) Her stories ar...
by Julene G.
Fri May 23, 2008 1:31 pm
Forum: Participant Questions & Support
Topic: new here / excited and scared
Replies: 7
Views: 2043

Welcome Seahorse, You made a wise choice. I found myself sobbing when I first ordered the program & the customer service girl was so kind! She had gone through the program herself. I cried thru the whole video too! I'm new at this also & wish it could go faster but I realize now it has to take time ...
by Julene G.
Wed May 21, 2008 4:40 pm
Forum: Participant Questions & Support
Topic: Rip off
Replies: 18
Views: 6315

I'v been on the free supplements for 18 days now. I also take my multi, calcium, vit C,D & E,Zinc. I spoke with my pharmacist cuz I also take thyroid meds, protonix (acid reflux disease), xanax (anxiety), papaverine (tinnitus)& occasionaly I take ambien to sleep.I have had no problems or interaction...
by Julene G.
Tue May 20, 2008 7:43 pm
Forum: Session 11 - Medication and Alcohol
Topic: ALCOHOL CRAVINGS PLEASE HELP ME
Replies: 14
Views: 10232

Hey Don57 Got your message! Thanks for your input! I do want to get better, fear is always in my way! I'm working on the poitive thoughts as I'm only on session 3. Hard to stop the mind from wandering...I try every day! My mom is dying from cancer & it seems to become my only reason to stay alive. I...
by Julene G.
Tue May 20, 2008 5:52 pm
Forum: Session 11 - Medication and Alcohol
Topic: ALCOHOL CRAVINGS PLEASE HELP ME
Replies: 14
Views: 10232

You're not alone. I'm sittng here tonight on my computer drinking a vodka/soda. I'm not sure if I'm an alocoholic or not, it's a day to day thing. I justed started session 3 of the program yesterday (I've ben really god at sticking with the program so far) & my husband told me today that he is seein...
by Julene G.
Sun May 18, 2008 5:37 pm
Forum: Participant Questions & Support
Topic: Not sure this is for me! Too Stressful to Handle!!!
Replies: 6
Views: 1965

I started last week & am on session 3. I'm doing the relaxation tapes, audios,workbook, journal, etc. I als own a business with my husband & work 50 or more hours a week. I also have a home & & 2 cats to take care of, pay the bills, laundry, grocery shopping, yardwork, etc. It's getting harder to fi...