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[Waving_not_drowning]

Evening all..

I don't know what to say..

I fell anxious and depressed and not like Myself at all..

I know I'm not helpless, I've overcome this before and will do it again..

I'm not talking about the Grog, I'm talking about Anxiety and Depression (for which AL becomes one of the symptoms)

I've learned that it doesn't help to get smashed but to be honest, a few drinks can be a good thing (if you can stop.. I'm learning that)

Anyway, I am losing the plot and wanted to spill my guts..

I'll be on top of things soon... I'm very proactive!

I feel better already

David xxx

[Guest]

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Hey Wavey,

How you going? Don't forget to drop in on the NDT.

Sorry you're not feeling so good. Have you spoken to the doctor about the anxiety and depression? Despite the initial lift, AL's not the answer and it just leaves you feeling worse.

What about exercise? That's the key for me in lifting my mood and keeping the AL cravings at bay.

Don't stay away from here for so long. Drop in a say hello more often.

Talk soon

Spam xx

[Waving_not_drowning]

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I've been talking to My Doctor/s most of my life about anxiety and depression..

I'm at the gym 5 times a week and surf once a week and have a most excellent diet..

I must have been an Arse in my last life

[mama bear]

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Hi Wavey
we have never met, but I too have battled depression over 20 years...are you on meds baby??

[Waving_not_drowning]

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Hello Mama :-)

Have been on meds for years, recently went off them and was awesome for a month, then crashed..

Now taking half dose but will start full dose (20mgs Prozac) Tomorrow..

I still got anxiety and depression even on meds but off them is proving worse..

[Waving_not_drowning]

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This is bullshit, I'm sitting here crying like a Baby for no reason..

[mama bear]

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It's amazing what a difference the meds make isn't it???
I was on Paxil for years but started having some breakthrough symptoms and just recently switched to effexor. Feeling pretty good now.....just gotta quit drinking!!!!
Actually since I found MWO and became focused my consumption is way down, so I feel good.
I hope you feel better soon.....

[spuddleduck]

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hi waving, sorry youre feeling down. sometimes it is good to cry.. just let it all out. anything is better than drinking, you know that will make you feel worse. hope you feel better soon

[Cinders]

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Wavey,

Oh, I can't help with the crying like a baby.

Been there done that.

I can say that if you want to get better, you must get sober.

I fall into the bottle and delve deeply into depression.

We cannot get better while we are drinking. No matter what meds we are taking.

I am sending you hugs. I wish I could really hug you. You are about the age of my eldest and I understand the pain you are in.

Much love,
Cindi

[Guest]

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Looks like you're doing your best, mate.

Have you seen a counsellor?

Where are you at this evening? Have you got family there?

Spam xx

[Waving_not_drowning]

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Cinders, I've had 4 beers this evening, I am not drunk and haven't been for a few weeks...

[Waving_not_drowning]

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I'm off to bed, thanks everyone

[mama bear]

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sweet dreams baby
you will feel better in the morning
depression sucks .....believe me i know
please check in with us when u wake up
I will be worrying about you

[mama bear]

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How are you doing today buddy??? Is it a new day for you yet???

[dancingon]

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Hey Wavey
I don't have any experience personally with depression, and precious little yet with sobriety.
Just wanted to say I love your name. I once got caught in a rip at a beach famous in NZ for it's dangers. As I felt myself being dragged out and unable to stop, I raised my hand to alert the life-guards and 3 friends waved back at me. :H
Needless to say I survived , but at least you know that you're waving not drowning.