Ok, the joke was on me.I had just stated that I was feeling funny writing about depression when I wasn’t feeling depressed. This must have caught my therapist off guard. She was chuckling to herself, but the smile on her face gave her away. It is important to know which side you are seeing. I was seeing a side of her she rarely lets out.My therapist has been a rock, and … [Read more...] about Why Was My Therapist Chuckling At What I Said?
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I Talked To My Depression Today
Photo by Caroline Hernandez on UnsplashTonight, I’m not sure what I think of the part technique.In the moment, in my therapist’s office, it seemed ok. When she asked me how I felt about my depression, I was truthful and said I still had a lot of anger inside. Yes, I have learned not to spend my time, coulda, woulda, shouldaing. But I have not forgiven my depression for the way … [Read more...] about I Talked To My Depression Today
Talk Therapy And I Have A Rocky Relationship
UnsplashI think of my attempts at talk therapy as if I was dating someone for the first time. There is that honeymoon period where you are getting to know each other. And this part is different from therapy, for with dating, I am allowed to choose from anyone, not just people on a list.However, I suppose a list of therapists that have openings is similar to a dating app.I … [Read more...] about Talk Therapy And I Have A Rocky Relationship
Was Reducing My Wellbutrin a Good Idea? – Part 2
The afterglow of having family at our home has faded, along with the strength of my Wellbutrin.It was me that brought up reducing my daily dosage when I last met with my psychiatrist. I cited how warm and lighter the winter had been so far and that I had not needed to get out my daylight box. Plus, having gone to Africa, the winter had been broken into pre and post-trek to the … [Read more...] about Was Reducing My Wellbutrin a Good Idea? – Part 2
Was it Depression’s Fault I Did Not Meet My New Therapist Last Night?
It wasn’t that I didn’t have an appointment.And it wasn’t for inattention on my part. Or at least it felt that way to me. I called my employer's Care network. And I answered all their questions. They wanted to know if I preferred a male or a female therapist. I explained that I have worked with both.All I want is someone who I can talk with and possibly connect with.Now I may … [Read more...] about Was it Depression’s Fault I Did Not Meet My New Therapist Last Night?