As I've noted in recent posts, I was trying Celexa, but while it may have been starting to work, the side effects were too much: pain from stomach acid and nearly daily migraines. So earlier this week, I switched to Zoloft. On day two, I thought the stomach and migraine issues had returned, but I don't think that's the case, so I've still got my fingers crossed.
My anxiety has improved, but it still jumps up to surprise me with its intensity at times. I'm inching toward being more disciplined with my mindfulness practices, and I hope to make bigger strides as I work with my therapist over the summer.
My mother continues to be a HUGE source of exposures for me. I find it extremely frustrating, as if I didn't know better I'd swear she goes out of her way to not only contaminate herself and me, but to call me up to tell me about it. But I know she's just oblivious, and I also know that in the long run, it's better that she accidentally forces me into exposures.
Today's adventure: finding a nest of baby mice while cleaning in her basement. Good times!
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Hopefully you are feeling better on the new meds. It is a bit of trial and error, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteHa ha yes, I think we all have people in our life that are a bit oblivious to how they trigger us, but, like you said, I think it is probably for the best anyway. But it still makes the old anxiety ramp up a notch!
On one of your earlier posts I suggested Zoloft however it seems like now you are already taking it. My mom is very helpful and understanding so I am very lucky. I'm glad you are making progress. Also, the baby mice must have been so cute. :)
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