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12/26/2010 04:24 PM
Raoul
RaoulPosts: 3318
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Hi

I have been trying for hours to say hello. But I am feeling so sad - i have not been able. Finally got myself together enough to say Hi.

I am here to make some new friends and get some help same as everyone else here. And I will try to help others while i am here.

I am just so sad today - I can't seem to get myself together and do anything. I just feel so alone.

I thought this was supposed to be a happy time of the year.

Hugs, Raoul

I am not a doctor - and my advice is purely from my personal experience and my opinion!!
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12/26/2010 05:31 PM  Top
patty777

Raoul

I'm sorry you feel alone. We are all here for you my friend. I had a tough day myself. Working hard to make it all better little by little.

It takes me baby steps, I have gone through so many med changes in the last month. Need to work on knowing you are cared about by a lot of people, because you are a wonderful person.

Caring hugs

Patty


12/26/2010 05:40 PM  Top
Peace4Rach
Peace4Rach
 
Posts: 8879
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Hi Raoul, I'm so sorry you are feeling so sad and alone. I wish I could help you Raoul. I'm feeling really down myself. Something about the holiday yeasterday has me really upset. I wish I could be there for you. I care alot and hope your sadness and mine will ease soon. Thinking of you, Rachele
Having the courage to walk step by step each day.

May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind always be on your back.
May the sun lie warm upon your face.
And until we meet again,
May the Lord hold you
In the hollow of His hand.

Im loving memory of my mom, 2007: My hero, The Wind Beneath My Wings


Peace4Rach-Bereavement and Depression Group Leader
PS: I am one of you and hurt too. Not a medical doctor, so be sure to check with a professional for medical or expert advice.

12/26/2010 06:41 PM  Top
Sylvia4648
Sylvia4648
 
Posts: 5136
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I'm an Advocate

Hi Raoul, it's nice to see you back. We've missed you. I found an article on CNN.com that has some tips for feeling cheerier in winter weather. Don't know how useful it is, but if you or anyone else is interested, the URL is:

http://www.cnn.com/2010/HEALTH/12/24/super.happy.winter/ index.html?hpt=Sbin

Other than that, I'm feeling pretty down also.

I so hope we all have a healthier, happier 2011. We all deserve that.

Cheers, Sylvia

'I didn't have time to write a short [post].' Mark Twain wrote that one for me. LOL
'Wisdom is knowing when you can't be wise.'
'Life is what's happening while we are busy making other plans.'

NOTE: I can't imagine anyone is surprised that distracted driving has overtaken drunk driving as the number one cause of death on the road. Please, y'all, keep your eyes sharp when you drive. The guy in the next car could be on a computer in the dash board (whoever dreamed that up should have to watch autopsies), while the one behind you is texting. It's important to be aware of those around you. The kid who ended my second to last life was in a huge SUV and on the telephone.

I am not a medical practitioner. I speak only from personal experience. Please do not interpret anything I say as medical advice.

12/26/2010 08:21 PM  Top
bits
bits
 
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Hi Raoul,

I am sorry to hear how sad you are. I wish I lived near, could visit you, and cheer you up.

Do you take any medication for depression? My hubby started about 2-3 weeks ago and there is a beautiful change. He had begun to feel fatigue and "unwell." He did not want to admit he may need depression meds.

The doc and I talked him into trying it. He did and is very happy with the results.

AS are the doc and I. His energy has returned, his disposition is brighter because he feels better.

Chuck realized, after he felt results, he did need to be treated for depression. He took his heart meds, blood thinner, diabetic meds with no problem. Yet, it was so hard for him to start meds to treat depression.

He is glad he did.

I am shutting my eyes and thinking about hugging you really tight friend.

Many, many hugs

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and I could say, "I used everything you gave me." ~ Erma Bombeck
bits

12/26/2010 08:24 PM  Top
Raoul
RaoulPosts: 3318
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Sylvia - that is some neat ideas - thank you.

Vickie (BITS) - yes - I do take magnesium now - it seems to hlp a lot with the anxiety. - Thank you. I am hugging you too Vickie.

I am not a doctor - and my advice is purely from my personal experience and my opinion!!

12/26/2010 08:42 PM  Top
Sylvia4648
Sylvia4648
 
Posts: 5136
Group Leader
I'm an Advocate

You're welcome Raoul. Glad you got something from the site.

Cheers, Sylvia

'I didn't have time to write a short [post].' Mark Twain wrote that one for me. LOL
'Wisdom is knowing when you can't be wise.'
'Life is what's happening while we are busy making other plans.'

NOTE: I can't imagine anyone is surprised that distracted driving has overtaken drunk driving as the number one cause of death on the road. Please, y'all, keep your eyes sharp when you drive. The guy in the next car could be on a computer in the dash board (whoever dreamed that up should have to watch autopsies), while the one behind you is texting. It's important to be aware of those around you. The kid who ended my second to last life was in a huge SUV and on the telephone.

I am not a medical practitioner. I speak only from personal experience. Please do not interpret anything I say as medical advice.

12/26/2010 08:43 PM  Top
bits
bits
 
Posts: 10315
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My hubby just started Celexa. He takes the loweat dose.

I have been taking Celexa for a few years now. I take 40mg and Deplin (prescription folate) as a booster for Celexa.

I will always remember the day I "wanted" to get out of bed and colors were no longer vague, but the true beauty a red rose displays.

I hope you feel better soon.

Hugs

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and I could say, "I used everything you gave me." ~ Erma Bombeck
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