struggling with my demons
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Good evening, how are you tonight?
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i'm struggling with my depression, I can't seem to get a handle on it
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I'm really sorry to hear that. What kinds of things have you been doing so far to manage your downswing?
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I just keep reliving that moment in my head
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Lots of obsessive, intrusive thoughts?
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yes, they just keep popping up can't stop it
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When I get stuck in that loop, I try to change up my entire physical situation -- take a shower or a soak, change up my music if I'm listening to it. Kind of force my brain to take in a change.
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I tried, I tried to keep myself busy, but boom my depressions hits me like a brick wall.
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Have you ever explored medication? I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder almost two years ago, and medication has made an enormous difference for me.
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no my doctor prescribed me meds but it's not working. I will try meditation see it works. any more ideas?
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You should definitely see if the doctor can adjust your meds, I have ended up on a completely different type of medication than the one I tried first. But I understand. I think you should try getting out of the house and enjoying fresh air and physical activity. It won't cure your depression but it may help your headspace and your point of view.
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hate taking meds. just keep reliving that moment. can't get it out of my head. it's killing
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Have you written it down? Like physically written it down? Sometimes when I have the obsessive thoughts, I'll do that and being able to see it "in real life" satisfies my brain. But if you're reliving a traumatic moment, it may be beneficial to seek out a licensed therapist who can help you process and move past the moment.
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I will take your advice and right down my thoughts , maybe it will help the pain I have, I've been seeing a therapist. his not much help I think but it's someone I can talk too
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I hope it helps you out, you don't deserve to feel constant pain.
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thank you I hope so too
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You seem motivated to get better, so I am confident you will be successful. You deserve to feel wonderful.
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thanks for the confidence. I hope so to you've been very helpful
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I'm glad to hear that! Thank you!
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