Posted in anti-depressants, anxiety, health on September 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Since I have written so much about the experience of anxiety and my road to recovery, I thought it would only be fair to write about what it is like to be 99% recovered from the experience. First, a quick recap:
January 2005 – I experience my first anxiety attack.
Posted in anti-depressants, anxiety, blogging, depression, health, introspection, self, self-actualization on April 28, 2007 | 1 Comment »
One blogger alleges that most people are depressed for a very good reason. The thesis is that it’s normal to be sad when your life sucks. It’s strange to nod my head in agreement while I simultaneously feel a little defensive.
Posted in anti-depressants, anxiety, introspection, maslow, self, self-actualization on March 10, 2007 | 2 Comments »
I’m learning that the approach to anxiety must be twofold. First, you must inspect the root cause. The ultimate focus of this step is healing. Second, you must make changes in your lifestyle to deter anxiety. Both steps are equally important. Both can and should be undertaken simultaneously.
Posted in anti-depressants, anxiety, self-actualization on March 7, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Last Friday I met with my totally-awesome family doctor to discuss my Zoloft prescription. Some people advise against relying on a PCP for mental health issues. I say that I am still mentally sound and able to make that decision for myself. I’ve researched my issues and talk to my doctor about my concerns. I [...]
Posted in alternatives, anti-depressants, anxiety, crunchy, health on February 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
I hate to admit it, but there it is: Zoloft is making me fat. Additionally, it’s making me tired. I can easily sleep ten hours at night and take a two-hour nap during the day… and then do the same thing the next day, and the next day. Oh yes, and there is one other unpleasant [...]
