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Written by cateblack 1. Aug 2008 04:22 PM

Not often do I write that I am in an elevated mood... been a few days now... surprise... I am reluctant to say this is a recovery... but at the same time I am feeling quite chirpy... it is a bit strange ... I have some extra energy ... i can focus a bit better... my thinking is at times clear... I still have times during the day when my thinking is confused to me... but on the whole I am clear... also I do refuse to think about the issues like my accommodation and my weight...

My psychologist and counsellor and me had a meeting yesterday... and it was decided that i should be phased out of counselling... because while there are huge changes in me over a long period of time ... there are few changes that can be quantified... and it is important for the funding bodies to see the numbers and measurable differences... i am not measurable... and also because i see my health professionals as extended family and their visits populate my time... there is a risk of crossing the professional/client divide which is unprofessional... they are not my family... so they discussed weaning me off the counselling... not so regular to gradually over a year or more ....

So while i am brighter... i am also off a/d for 6 weeks now... still on mood stabilisers and sedation...

Pdoc is on holidays again... back next week...

that is all...

rgds
cate

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Comments from the community:

Dear Cate

I am really happy for you. I am feeling very happy and lively these last few days as a change so I can relate to you feelings. I am on the antidepressants for the next 5-6 months still with weekly visits for the psychotherapy.
Do something special to remember this day.... Buy yourself a little gift.
Take care...

Big hugs & kisses
Lisa

Written by Lisette, 1. Aug 2008 04:53 PM

Hi Cate

This is great news - enjoy your wellness, you deserve it.

Have a lovely weekend

Dolly x

Written by Deleted_User, 1. Aug 2008 07:11 PM

Dearest Cate its great to see a positive post from you.Take each day and enjoy what it brings.I understand the lonelynest so if ever you want a coffee or just a walk along a beach some where just give me a yell ok. I am aware of where you are and would gladly come pick you up. Anytime ok. TC

Written by Deleted_User, 2. Aug 2008 03:15 PM

Hi Cate,

So good to hear you sounding so good! More of that, okay!! It really looks good on you - suits you!

Keep smiling, and enjoy feeling brighter!

g

Written by g463, 2. Aug 2008 11:46 PM

OK cate I understand but if ever you are feeling down just let me know .My email is creek55au@yahoo.com.au. And as for money It would be my pleasure to take you out for coffee and choccie cake ok.TC

Written by Deleted_User, 3. Aug 2008 12:14 AM

Choccy cake... Yummy!

Can I come too??? LOL

Written by Gyps, 3. Aug 2008 01:30 AM