Success

[JJ_MCR]

I’ve had depression and anxiety, with varying degrees of seriousness, since I was an early teen. Long story short is that I have been on Venlafaxine for several years now, at low to high doses (currently 150mg prolonged release daily) and it has honestly saved me. I exercise now and this also helps (cycling and weights), and I eat healthy food, where before I didn’t. have lots of food intolerances, milk for one, that I excluded from my diet and this has also done wonders for my mood and body. I’m healthier, happier and look better than I have in a long time.

I want to share my story in the hope that if it even helps one person, I will feel like I’ve done some good.

I was a person who overate, overslept, was deeply depressed/anxious, overweight and completely negative about everything and everyone.

I’m by no means a Stepford Wife/Husband now, but I’ve learned to help myself and not just rely on medication. Talking therapy can also beneficial if you’re at a stage to do it, not before.

My personal story is one of loss (both parents deceased), troubled relationships with partners/siblings, overdose/suicide, overspending, compulsive/destructive behaviour and lots, lots more.

At this point in my life, I own a house, 2 dogs, have a wonderful partner and I am a manager for a US Management Company.

My point is that it’s never too late to turn your life around and if I can do it... YOU CAN TOO..!

[Sprinkle1]

I like your story, of pain, confusion and struggles, now look at you, you have come thru it all and made a success of yourself. I have a similar story and am so proud of myself, I came from being a pathetic wretch to a strong and independent woman, so I echo your words, if you and I could do it, so can anyone else with the right help and belief in self.....I send you love, strength, peace and virtual hugs.....Sprinkle 1.....

[Pugglesworth]

Good for you!

Glad Venaflaxine is working for you.

[LoveBear]

Thanks for sharing your story - it helps