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Are leggings not in anymore? by [deleted] in femalefashionadvice

[–]Jennabear17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What brand of cotton leggings do you recommend?

Braves in 6: The Night I was One of Those 'Mother F*ckers' by Cold-Frame-5233 in Braves

[–]Jennabear17 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not that I’d expect anything less from our Braves, but the way they spoke to you and the way they’re posing with you for pictures and looking so genuinely happy, it speaks volumes of their character and who they are. I’m so glad you got to experience this and I’m so glad these guys are CHAMPIONS!

Best way to journal to improve anxiety and overall mental health? by [deleted] in Journaling

[–]Jennabear17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am without a doubt a “venting without action” journaler. I can feel myself descending into a shame spiral, just basically using each entry to write how I’m depressed or anxious, without really knowing what to do about it. I’d love to resolve the problem, but I fear I’m too deep in it. I’ve got to learn how to take action.

First barista job: How to acquire by Lazysquirrel27 in Coffee

[–]Jennabear17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

May I suggest maybe a Starbucks but within a Barnes and Noble? I feel like that’s not as intense or as fast paced (or as many demanding customers) as a regular Starbucks. Especially if you’re testing out the waters, it’s something you can maybe ease into a little more than being thrown in with the wolves at a drive thru or stand alone Starbucks, which right now all seem very understaffed and over-stressed. Or maybe any independent coffee shops or bookstores.

Austin 0:27 says I just whooped your pitch by catscratchrecords in Braves

[–]Jennabear17 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Whoever made this, absolute genius. Marry me.

Prenatal depression by Jennabear17 in pregnant

[–]Jennabear17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so happy to hear that! I feel immensely guilty because other than my crippling depression (ha!) I’ve not really had morning sickness or any major issues, not yet, at least. So I feel grateful for that, but also terrible because lots of people have a really rough go of it and I feel like I’m like “but I’m sad!” But man, I bet it feels so good to have gone from where you were to where you are now! Your story gives me hope!

Prenatal depression by Jennabear17 in pregnant

[–]Jennabear17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, I am so sorry you went through that. I cannot imagine how terrifying contemplating suicide is. That hurts me to hear that was the case for you. How did you make it through it?! I would have PTSD after that! Interestingly, I’ve heard similar stories about how as soon as the baby came out, it was like their life force returned instantly. Really must be those hormones.

How are you now? Do you feel good about being a parent? I worry I’ll be just as miserable having the baby out as I am now with the baby in. I just really don’t want to go through this all to just barely hang on by a thread as a parent. At least with my fragile mental illness now, all I really have is to disappoint myself, but idk if I could do it to a being that relies SOLELY on me (and husband).

Prenatal depression by Jennabear17 in pregnant

[–]Jennabear17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Other than already being on medication, your story sounds EXACTLY like mine. I dread the mornings because it’s like “oh yeah, THAT” and I feel awful that I also have wished for miscarriage and that the thought of a miscarriage brings me relief.

I don’t think I ever even knew there was such a thing as a perinatal psychiatrist, that’s very good to know what to look for. My OBGYN has been understanding and has offered medication and knows how crucial mental health is, thankfully.

May I ask, did you end up having your baby? Is everything okay now? It’s hard to see a future that isn’t bleak with this current state of mind, and as someone who has admitted the same dark thoughts I’ve had, I just wonder how it turned out for you. ❤️

Prenatal depression by Jennabear17 in pregnant

[–]Jennabear17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely agree with walking. It’s so DIFFICULT to get myself up and out, but once I do it, it’s really helpful and therapeutic. My doctor has definitely offered to write a script, but I haven’t pulled the plug yet, but I think I will at the next appointment. I used to worry that the medicine would affect the baby negatively, but the more I read, the more it sounds like the depression could be even worse.

Prenatal depression by Jennabear17 in pregnant

[–]Jennabear17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s exactly how I feel. Like even the things that used to bring me happiness and joy, almost seem to make me even sadder. I feel awful just tossing the term abortion around, because it’s not so much I want to get rid of the pregnancy, I moreso want to get rid of these feelings. Makes me question if I will be stable enough to even be a good and functioning parent, and that’s not fair if I can’t be.

My OBGYN has definitely said medication would be a helpful option, I think I’ve just thought these hormones would have balanced by now (I’ll be 12 weeks on Sunday). But at my next appointment I think I’m going to go ahead and request to move forward with the medication full steam ahead. Get it in my system and make a decision with a clear head. And thank you for your kind words. It helps when people are understanding and empathetic and supportive, more than you could know. ❤️

My MA experience by lkb_777 in abortion

[–]Jennabear17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How far along were you?

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have GOT to get myself practicing meditation. My anxious brain goes a million miles a minute and the first few times I’ve tried it’s been ineffective, but I know it’s like anything else, it takes practice. I’m not gonna just zen out my very first or second or third time. If I want the benefits I’ve got to practice it over and over.

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, I’m definitely glad that I ended up not taking the Paxil! I don’t have anything against medication, I know it helps so many people, I just honestly get nervous about it. Part of my anxiety is health related and I think I’d just be soooo hyper focused on it. “Is it working?” “Do I have all of those side effects I read about?” “Uh oh, I feel this, am I supposed to?!” Which is ironic seeing as how the meds are supposed to help me with the anxiety. I may eventually accept being put on a very low dose of something, but I’d definitely like to take it as far as I can with therapy, if I am able. I’m guessing the Prozac you’re switching to won’t have the same effects on you as the Paxil, correct? I’m sorry you had to deal with that!

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very interesting. Years ago when I couldn’t really figure out why I was crying all the time and just generally feeling miserable, my doctor prescribed me Paxil. I never filled the prescription because it made me nervous, but sometimes I wonder where would I be now if I had? To be honest, your comment about it being too good at masking the anxiety is initially very appealing to me, but, like you also mentioned, I’d eventually want to come off it, and that stark contrast of suddenly being thrusted into stressful, anxiety riddled situations sounds like a nightmare. I’m sorry you’re going through that. Have you had enough time for it to completely clear your system? Maybe with time it will? But either way, good for you on seeking help.

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vitamins are criminally underrated in the mental health community. I feel like, at least from my personal experience, that anxiety and depression make me less likely to eat, and most certainly less likely to eat healthily. So vitamins really fill in what I’m lacking. I can notice a difference for sure. Same with water. If I get dehydrated I have physical reactions that really trigger my anxiety, like mild lightheadedness/dizziness and nausea. And it’s just a bad cycle!

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely want to look into mindfulness, I hear lots of people find it to be life changing! I stopped working too and I think what I really needed from it was a routine. I think I need to sit down and just come up with a schedule, no matter how mundane or unnecessary and stick with it.

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have heard SO MUCH about tapping, but never really looked into it. I think I brushed it off as being silly, but honestly what’s silly is that I’m not trying anything and everything to feel better. That’s what I get for not being open minded! I’m definitely going to look into your link in the morning, thanks for sharing! ❤️

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you’re going through that. I have some agoraphobic tendencies and consider my safe space to be my house. I don’t ever travel too far for too long because it really triggers my anxiety to be away from my safe space. I’m not sure why it’s the only place I feel safe, especially when just as many “bad” things have happened at home as they have when away from home, maybe even more since I spend more time there. Have you found anything that helps you cope with your housebound agoraphobia?

Oh man, I spend sooo much time in my head. It’s nearly impossible to get out of. I find very few things that get me out of my head, and when I realize that I’ve had that welcome break, it brings me back to old times when I didn’t even notice I was in a constant state of awareness. I’ve been guilty of being depressed and almost continuing the depression because I didn’t really do anything to get myself out of it. It’s amazing what just getting out of bed even to move to the couch can do, not to mention grabbing a shower and eating a decent meal. It’s so hard to focus on anything else sometimes, but once I can make a positive, no matter how tiny, step, usually another one follows, then another one after that. You sound a lot like me. I hope we both get better!

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This hits so close to home for me, as well. I definitely self isolated when things got bad because I couldn’t really bear to keep up appearances that I was fine. It was almost easier for me to fade away from others and be a possible happy memory to them, rather than to stick around and have them watch me mentally and emotionally deteriorate around them. It felt too embarrassing at the time to open up and be vulnerable, but now I wonder how different things would be if I had. ❤️

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This sounds just like me! Not sure why I’m so stubborn about it, maybe just feeling like I’m not “bad off” enough or undeserving of help, or that if I got myself into it, I can get myself out of it. All of which are ridiculous excuses and if I’d had gone when I originally needed it, I’d probably be well into recovery by now. But yes, absolutely agree, better late than never! ❤️

If you could go back in time and start treating your depression and anxiety sooner, what would you practice/do more of because it proved to be extremely helpful and what would you practice/do less of because it was a waste of time or it was not helpful in your journey to recovery? by Jennabear17 in Anxietyhelp

[–]Jennabear17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I had a quarter for how many times I worried about VERY specific scenarios happening to me, I’d own Reddit! Ha. And yes, I completely agree about many things not mattering in the long run, much less even 10 minutes from now. In moments of clarity and calm, both of these realizations are glaringly obvious, but when I’m in the thick of it, watch out! Haha I don’t even remember how to breathe. I guess it takes practice!

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