Depression. It's a silent killer.

[asian2015]

And yeah, corny and trite, but a moment to destroy, regardless of how it happens.

It's not corny, it's very true.

 

[Wetkitty09]

I have an appointment with a surgeons assistant this morning and I’m hoping that there will be something that can be done. My pain level was up to 11 this morning. I can’t sustain this. Thankfully I’m in a place where I’m supported.

Hope your day goes smoothly.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Crownvic]

Had a rough night last night and had to take an extra of the dreaded pain medication. I’m moving slow and the day is getting ahead of me. Ugh.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

Sorry you are having such a tough time..

 

[Wetkitty09]

Update on the surgeon visit.
I have to get another MRI before we can proceed But it’s likely that I’ll be having back surgery sometime this year. Not something I want but I want the pain to go away.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

The demons were loud last night. I’m thankful that I have solid friends who understand.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Thankful to be warm and dry.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Heading south tomorrow to pet sit for my cousin who lives in the coast. 3 weeks at the beach?? Hell yeah.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

I hope today goes smoothly for you.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[ericalauren]

How is everyone doing today? I've been frustrated by my lack of SAD light. In the past month, I've been having such a hard time finding a SAD light that works. I've ordered three of them on Amazon and none of them have worked. One was too bright and gave me a headache, the other flashed on the lowest setting (which is the setting I use), and the third worked for two days then broke. I may have to ask my doctor to actually prescribe a "real" (medical-grade) SAD light. I'm peeved, though!

 

[Wonderer67]

How is everyone doing today? I've been frustrated by my lack of SAD light. In the past month, I've been having such a hard time finding a SAD light that works. I've ordered three of them on Amazon and none of them have worked. One was too bright and gave me a headache, the other flashed on the lowest setting (which is the setting I use), and the third worked for two days then broke. I may have to ask my doctor to actually prescribe a "real" (medical-grade) SAD light. I'm peeved, though!

Are you able to get outside at all? Natural sunlight is the best prescription for me, but I know everyone’s different.

Natures vitamin D. Which is helpful for combatting depression.

It’s almost warm out comparatively (29°) and the sun is nice and strong today where I am.

Just wondering but would that help?

 

[ericalauren]

Are you able to get outside at all? Natural sunlight is the best prescription for me, but I know everyone’s different.

Natures vitamin D. Which is helpful for combatting depression.

It’s almost warm out comparatively (29°) and the sun is nice and strong today where I am.

Just wondering but would that help?

Thank you for your response. It's 28 degrees F here, so I'm cooped up inside. I hope that I can wake up earlier tomorrow and go on a walk to get some sunlight.

 

[Aussieguy8]

If people want to chat they can always private message me. Just pick a topic of conversation, or if you just need to get something off your chest in the general direction of someone you can do that (just mark if its a vent you don't really want a response to so I know).

 

[MerryeMikee]

Keep on floating through each moment.
“All things must pass”

 

[Wetkitty09]

I started the day with a 5 hour drive to the OR coast. Just starting to relax a bit. Tomorrow we walk on the beach.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[kieranhalcyon01]

*sigh* yyeeeeeeaaaaaaahhhhhhhh...

 

[Wetkitty09]

Woke up from the pain this morning around 2:30. Fuck I hope this settles down now that we’re not traveling for a while.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

I hope your day goes smoothly.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Tomr2527]

I’m thankful the nights are getting shorter and there’s more sunlight in the days again! Funny old week trying to get my head into gear but I’m stopping fighting it now.

What good is happening in your world?

 

[Wonderer67]

Woke up from the pain this morning around 2:30. Fuck I hope this settles down now that we’re not traveling for a while.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

Driving can’t be easy on your back.

I have a long drive coming up in a few weeks. I love road trips but not a huge fan of what it does to my back.

Hope it feels better for you.

 

[Wonderer67]

I’m thankful the nights are getting shorter and there’s more sunlight in the days again! Funny old week trying to get my head into gear but I’m stopping fighting it now.

What good is happening in your world?

The days are almost equal again and the clocks in the us move forward in just a few weeks. I am really noticing how much more daylight there is.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Whew. What a week. Travel and emotional roller coaster ride all mixed up with just a touch of mental spiraling.
I’m doing ok though. I’m doing the dark work and boring into my past traumas. Comforting all those girls and women that were me. It’s exhausting but I feel better.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[ericalauren]

How is everyone doing today? I have my new SAD lamp from Amazon ready! I cannot use it now, though, since I didn’t sleep enough last night and now I’m going to try to nap before I go to my parrotsitting job again.

 

[Wetkitty09]

How is everyone doing today? I have my new SAD lamp from Amazon ready! I cannot use it now, though, since I didn’t sleep enough last night and now I’m going to try to nap before I go to my parrotsitting job again.

Doing good mostly. Enjoy your nap.

 

[Wetkitty09]

The pain has been lessening for the last couple days. I’m down to a six getting out of bed this morning. I hope I’ve finally found the right combination that lets me get some sleep but doesn’t leave me wanting to scream when I get up in the morning.
I hope you’re having the best day you can.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wonderer67]

The pain has been lessening for the last couple days. I’m down to a six getting out of bed this morning. I hope I’ve finally found the right combination that lets me get some sleep but doesn’t leave me wanting to scream when I get up in the morning.
I hope you’re having the best day you can.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

Glad it’s lessening but a 6 is still pretty bad, kitty.

Hope it’s less than that today.

Does stretching help at all?