FRUSTRATED!!!

rdy4chng · Post by **rdy4chng** » Fri Oct 30, 2009 3:44 am

I am writing for some good advice from anyone. I went off my anti-depressents last spring. During the summer I stuggled with feeling BLAH. Now back at work in the fall I am really battling with anxiety and panic attacks again! It is soo frustrating to understand why it is happening but not be able to control the symptoms. I am currently listening to the program again in hopes it will help. Of course battling with the idea of going back on the meds. I feel like I am on an emotional roller coaster! My husband seem very distant when I go through this does anyone else feel this way?

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Oct 30, 2009 4:41 am

Hi Ready. I was on meds for 9 years and just cold turkeyed off of them in July. Like you, I am frustrated that I am unable to control the way I feel and have been contemplating going back on them. I really don't want to...sort of a last resort. I think I am going to get them and have them on hand, but hold off on starting them. I am hoping that what I am learning through the program will start kicking in and I get some natural relief. Good luck to you.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Oct 30, 2009 8:35 am

Thanks Judy for your thoughts. It is a hard decision I hope you make the right one also. Keep me posted on your progress. Thanks again.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Oct 30, 2009 10:37 am

It's Ok to take meds till you're more able to focus on the program. I gotta tell you, Thanksgiving and Christmas are the hardest to do without meds. It's usually a stressful time for most people. Many people love the holidays but they really can become too much in many ways and cause much anxiety/depression. Don't beat yourselves up if you go back on. Maybe you'll need them only till you complete the program. When the seasons change is also a difficult time. I tend to eat more and feel the need to hibernate like a bear at times. LOL
I wish you both well.