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Thanks, ivorysongbird and Spark, for the assurance that, with time, I can cut out the caffeine. I really like hot tea, though I rarely drink it. Next week, when I get to the office in the mornings, rather than loading my single-cup coffee maker with a pod of strong dark roast, I'll load it with deca...

Hi mmk22 -- It sounds like your emotional cup is full and when there is one more drop of emotion your cup runs over. I'm not much at giving advice -- I usually need some advice myself -- but surely there is someone out there who can provide some support for you. A lot of communities have a mental he...

Thanks for letting me know about The Introvert Advantage. I'm not familiar with the book but will put it on my list of books to purchase. I am an introvert in an extroverted society and that is not an easy place to live.

I'm feeling better too these past few days and i may be because I'm working the program. I was putting myself down because I'm in week two and still drinking caffeine -- though I've cut down a bit. Then I read in the workbook that it may take a while to stop/change these habits, so I feel better abo...

I think there are no easy answers and no quick fixes, but if you just continue to work the program one day at a time the depression will lift over time. If the depression begins to interfere with your life to the point that you are not functioning well, you may want to talk with your doctor. I wish ...