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Nov 03, 2009 @ 13:51:58

panda

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I'm bored at home and really want to go out if only to be doing something different. This is driving me crazy. I quit smoking for about 2 weeks. That was difficult, but I'd already been cutting down. I'm heavier than I've ever been. I don't feel like exercising and I know that is exactly what I should be doing. It's a bit cold outside and it seems that even though I love autumn, the shorter days might be getting to me. I have no idea what's going on. For once, there is no bickering in my family. I can't afford to take college courses because my son's in art school. I'm sure there's really no advice anyone can give me. I'd rather not be in bed all day either.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 13:55:37

blackfoot1964

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Do you think that a SAD light would help with your motivation?

Nov 03, 2009 @ 13:57:40

OffmetrOlley

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what about looking in to volunteering in some way would get you out a bit

Ever wonder why women can't put on mascara with their mouth closed?
I live in my own little world, but it's ok, they know me here.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 13:58:15

panda

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blackfoot1964 said:

Do you think that a SAD light would help with your motivation?

That's very possible. I've considered that option. I think they're more than I can afford at the moment. Do you have one?

Nov 03, 2009 @ 13:58:48

Karma_Junkie

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blackfoot1964 said:

Do you think that a SAD light would help with your motivation?

Thats just what I was thinking, I have a friend who swears by it, does her the world of good.

Without stress my life would be empty...

Nov 03, 2009 @ 13:59:42

blackfoot1964

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My friend too. Twenty minutes in the morning and he is better for the day than without it.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 13:59:42

panda

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OffmetrOlley said:

what about looking in to volunteering in some way

would get you out a bit

The problem is that I'm having trouble making myself leave the house. I'm hoping this is just an episode that will run its course in 2 or 3 days, but I seem to be depressed more and more lately.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 14:00:54

OffmetrOlley

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Panda said:

The problem is that I'm having trouble making myself leave the house. I'm hoping this is just an episode that will run its course in 2 or 3 days, but I seem to be depressed more and more lately.

go see your doc,and talking helps,and a good cry

Ever wonder why women can't put on mascara with their mouth closed?
I live in my own little world, but it's ok, they know me here.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 14:02:07

blackfoot1964

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Panda said:

That's very possible. I've considered that option. I think they're more than I can afford at the moment. Do you have one?

My best friend does and yes they are a bit expensive.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 14:05:40

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panda

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OffmetrOlley said:

go see your doc,and talking helps,and a good cry

My doctor transferred so I'm in limbo. I have to wait for the clinic to hire a new one. I'm taking some medicine for chronic pain which helps with my anxiety but it's not quite like having something specifically for that. My doctor reduced my anti-anxiety medication. I'm not sure what's going on but I think the medical board is cracking down on doctors for prescribing controlled drugs such as what I take. People around here are being weaned off their meds. That makes it harder to go out with social anxiety.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 14:06:14

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vicki

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Try hanging out more with your family.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 14:07:49

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panda

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vicki said:

Try hanging out more with your family.

Unfortunately, they don't understand my depression. Things get worse when I'm around them on a regular basis.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 14:09:22

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vicki

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Panda said:

Unfortunately, they don't understand my depression. Things get worse when I'm around them on a regular basis.

is it possible to get medical help of some kind.

Nov 03, 2009 @ 14:14:09

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beatboxer

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Write a book? Do a project?

roll roll roll a joint
twist it at the ends
light it up
and take a puff
and pass it to your friends

Nov 03, 2009 @ 14:15:28

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panda

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I have books to read and movies to watch. I'm just not interested. Maybe I should go back to sleep. Sleep deprivation really makes it worse.

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