Recovery update: A break in the clouds

It does get better.

Learning to read the room

As I’ve written before, positivity can be toxic. In the throes of the COVID19 crisis, it’s important that we stay vigilant and call out actions that serve to shame those struggling with anxiety, depression, and other challenging circumstances.

The same, but different

A quantum mechanics principle provides a way to explain the depression I’m feeling from social distancing and quarantine.

Recovery update: The space between

Entering the homestretch of my medication taper and trying to discern what is frustration from social distancing and quarantine and what are symptoms of depression. There’s very little difference.

Lockdown

Shelter-in-place is reminding me of my early days as a new parent. Old ways of keeping score and measuring success don’t work anymore. It’s time for a change.

Blog update: New resource added

Thanks to a reader for sharing a new resource providing information on depression.

Recovery update: And then there was one

After four years, I’m finally off Prozac. Now, there’s just one antidepressant left on the menu.

Social distancing in Cabot Cove

Just as I start to feel myself coming back from my Jerk Brain-induced isolation and withdrawal of the last many months, I need to start practicing social distancing. A television show from my youth, now available over streaming, is making it a little easier.

So tired I can’t sleep

Withdrawal from antidepressants can cause sleep disturbances and insomnia. It isn’t fun.

So much to say

I’m experiencing all the feels. It’s a lot to handle all at once.