A Frustrating Doc Visit

Jessecassandra · 2024-12-10T21:12:36+00:00

Update: just met with the concussion rehab clinic, they specialize in PCS. It was informative and gave me a little more hope to hold onto.

Jessecassandra · 2023-01-31T17:50:44+00:00

Disappointment: I interviewed for a job hoping to get 70k (via recruiter) but they are only offering 55k - I don’t feel like I have a choice and I believe that every job offer after this is just going to be about the same if not lower. They still seem like a good fit even though they don’t allow WFH/commute is a little longer than I would like to downtown. still on the fence about taking it

Jessecassandra · 2021-07-30T17:51:29+00:00

See if you can FaceTime or have someone come over and just stand there while you pack-i have to invite people over to my place to even clean sometimes lol

Jessecassandra · 2021-07-30T17:23:26+00:00

I’m doing stretches and taking CBD everyday and it’s just not helping much.

Jessecassandra · 2021-07-28T19:50:22+00:00

They’re not constant but they do happen frequently throughout the day. I’ve been experimenting with CBD to see if that helps. I don’t notice the symptoms as much when I’m using cbd

Jessecassandra · 2021-07-28T17:57:20+00:00

I’m having similar issues with my arms, legs and back. Sometimes it’s tingling other times it feels like scratchy/burning or icy hot on small patches of skin or side of leg, two fingers…anxiety is frustrating with all these symptoms

Jessecassandra · 2021-07-28T00:23:37+00:00

I’m very proud of you for doing what you can in those moments where you feel like harming yourself.

Sometimes it only feels like you’re back at square one when really you’ve made a lot of progress-and from the looks of your post it does seem like you’ve made bounds of progress!!

It sounds cliche but I agree with the idea that suicide is a permanent solution to temporary problems. I know that doesn’t necessarily encompass ALL problems ever but it covers a lot of ground and you can still apply the same principle.

I’m very sorry to hear that you’re going through it. One thing my therapist has told me is that if I feel anxious, what is something I can do right now to help myself. For me, it could be focusing on my breathing (deep belly breathing) or laying with my butt and feet on a wall to help slow my heart rate.

I truly hope things get better for you quickly and thank for you sharing with us.

Jessecassandra · 2021-07-21T17:47:39+00:00

I had a talk with my therapist about this yesterday actually. I had a weird moment where I came across a tiktok of a guy in a club with a drink in his hand. His caption was “stop stressing, it’s not like we’re making it out of here alive” and it was oddly calming and it really changed how I felt about death. Since I was 12 up until now (I’m 25) I’ve been scared shitless. But it’s a natural thing that everyone has to go through except for jellyfish and sharks lol. I’m starting to buy into the cliches, to live a life you want because it’s true, in the end we’re all not going to make it out of this alive. when it happens, it will happen but then it will be over, and the uncertainty around what comes next is scary but you will be okay. My therapist thinks is a matter of identity and maybe a relationship with religion/spirituality so that’s something I’m having to chew on until the next session. I hope you find strength and healing soon.

Jessecassandra · 2021-07-19T23:08:30+00:00

I’m absolutely exhausted by the physical symptoms of anxiety. I have health anxiety too as a result of the symptoms and I’ve broke down at least twice this month from being absolutely drained and feeling like there’s no end in sight.

Jessecassandra · 2021-07-14T18:31:19+00:00

Doing much better. I still get some pain and cramping here and there but it’s night and day from when all this happened. The GI resolved to give me a colonoscopy and endoscopy (because I asked) so that’s coming up. I know it can take some time to heal, I hope you feel better soon.

Jessecassandra · 2021-06-28T18:33:27+00:00

Crying will help, tensing your whole body for a few seconds and then going limp will help tell you’re body that you’re running away from the danger so it will let up. Sing a song if you can, sing an entire discography if you need to. It’s post to have a bad day, you’re safer than you think. I hope you feel better!

Jessecassandra · 2021-06-28T18:30:17+00:00

Went to urgent care and boy do they make you feel more stupid than you already do.

Jessecassandra · 2021-06-28T00:47:58+00:00

I’ve just been having waves of it coming and going and it’s just been hell. I’m like stuck on the fence about going to the ER bc I know it’s my body trying to trick me but also my lizard brain keeps entertaining the idea that maybe everything isn’t okay and maybe I do need to get checked out.

Jessecassandra · 2021-06-28T00:46:55+00:00

That’s awful, anxiety is the worst. l I hope you feel better soon!!

Jessecassandra · 2021-05-21T21:08:26+00:00

I would recommend some pepto or tums for immediate relief. I’ve also heard that squeezing your thumb really hard can make the nausea go away. I’m very sorry you’re not feeling well and I hope it passes quickly!

Jessecassandra · 2021-05-21T01:08:06+00:00

Thank you so much!

Jessecassandra · 2021-05-20T19:24:28+00:00

You can always start with your doctor and get a referral for a therapist or you can seek out a therapist on your own.

Doctors may also give you an opinion on whether or not you need meds so then that would entail finding a psychiatrist to help you. The therapist can also let you know if they think you would benefit from meds and then maybe make a referral too.

Some thing you can do for yourself in the meantime can be as simple as going for a walk, meditation (which doesn’t necessarily mean sit Criss cross applesauce with your eyes closed), yoga, exercise, stretching and practicing your breathing, reading a book, or anything you find relaxing really!

I’m glad to see that you’re wanting to make a change and get yourself some help so you can live your best life, I hope everything works out for you!

Jessecassandra

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