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So Afraid of Falling Backwards

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So, the past two months, I have been doing so well. I started new meds and maybe at first it was mania, but now it feels "good and normal." However, when there are down times because I am looking for a new job still, I am FRIGHTENED to lay on the couch or just relax at home at all. I need to be doing something every second. I even get up early so I don't wake up feeling hard on myself for sleeping in late. I was agoraphobic for a few years, so coming out of it is scary!!

I am so scared of falling backwards into depression and all the FUN feelings you guys know what I am talking about---M

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hi good to hear the new meds are kicking in even although you thought yourself as lazy its still important to chill out after a long day even at home.cant remember if you had a bicycle but if not get one and go short cycles each day take in the fresh air do some errands even cycle about town looking for jobs.put the past in a little box somewhere out the way and open up a new one for a new you a new you happy and content.

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I totally understand the fear. I’m only two months post meltdown, and I think I have some PTSD from the breakdown. Which is somewhat humorous because the event was brought on by PTSD (and chemical imbalance). Initially, i was acting like a racehorse leaving a starting gate. I was trying to make up for lost time. That didn’t work. Just made me more anxious. I had to slow down and enjoy things that were absent three months ago (getting out of bed, taking effortless showers, leaving the house, social engagements, creative endeavors). Today I try to put one foot in front of the other and take care of myself. Hope this helps. Lynne

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