A recap of the things I shared and did and thought this month and a roundup of writing that inspired me on the topic of understanding what health means ...
Kathryn, it feels like too little, to say I'm sorry you're dealing with so many health issues - but I really am sorry you're dealing with so many health issues. As someone who deals with anxiety and depression that is often triggered by physical things like pain and stomach issues, I can relate, and I really hate that you're experiencing this so intensely right now. Hugs to you and also thanks for promoting my work on Threadstack.
Thank you so much. I actually figured out that the decrease off of one SSRI was causing a big chunk of the issues (not all, but many) and I increased back and the symptoms are starting to clear. Drs weren't much help on that but friends and colleagues were. <3 <3 The support is so appreciated.
I'm glad that's helping. I spent a good chunk of my 30's -50's on SSRI's or SNRI's, and when I weaned off the last one (which was a doozy!) I had a constant burning in my throat and chest with sometimes a cough. It was absolutely exhausting; I can still remember surrendering to it and feeling so defeated. Sharing not to tell my story but to show that I understand the real physical symptoms associated with those dosage changes. (edited for a typo)
I have no idea - didn't ask a doctor - but my laywoman's theory is that it was a kind of rebound effect. I think, for me, those nerves had been dulled by the meds and were waking back up.
The health & creativity thing is such a fine line to walk sometimes. I too know the similar thoughts of, I am not creating so I am not worthy.
I am trying to get better at listening to what my body needs as opposed to what I want it to do. Sometimes that works, sometimes that does not.
I hope you get some medical assistance, of the kind you need not what your insurance demands
Thank you. It helps to be seen. 💞💞
Sending love and healing vibes. ❤️❤️❤️
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Kathryn, it feels like too little, to say I'm sorry you're dealing with so many health issues - but I really am sorry you're dealing with so many health issues. As someone who deals with anxiety and depression that is often triggered by physical things like pain and stomach issues, I can relate, and I really hate that you're experiencing this so intensely right now. Hugs to you and also thanks for promoting my work on Threadstack.
Thank you so much. I actually figured out that the decrease off of one SSRI was causing a big chunk of the issues (not all, but many) and I increased back and the symptoms are starting to clear. Drs weren't much help on that but friends and colleagues were. <3 <3 The support is so appreciated.
I'm glad that's helping. I spent a good chunk of my 30's -50's on SSRI's or SNRI's, and when I weaned off the last one (which was a doozy!) I had a constant burning in my throat and chest with sometimes a cough. It was absolutely exhausting; I can still remember surrendering to it and feeling so defeated. Sharing not to tell my story but to show that I understand the real physical symptoms associated with those dosage changes. (edited for a typo)
My throat has been burning too! What is that?!?
I have no idea - didn't ask a doctor - but my laywoman's theory is that it was a kind of rebound effect. I think, for me, those nerves had been dulled by the meds and were waking back up.
That makes sense to me. And all of the best information I've gotten medically has been from the anecdotal evidence of the laywomen.
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