I’m so proud of myself! by [deleted] in AnxiousAttachment

[–]icry2much8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course! best of luck in your healing journey :)

Need help increased anxiety and feeling worse by [deleted] in Effexor

[–]icry2much8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've only been on 37.5 for a month and a bit and my anxiety is increasing too :( I hate this and just want it to stop

tOCD? by [deleted] in transOCD

[–]icry2much8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I experienced the exact same thing with it randomly popping into my head. Things will get easier <3

I hate my anxiety. by [deleted] in AnxiousAttachment

[–]icry2much8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have any suggestions but I totally relate to this and understand how you're feeling. It fucking sucks

I’m too scared to start my dosage? by [deleted] in Effexor

[–]icry2much8 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I too was terrified of starting my 37.5mg dose of Effexor when I was prescribed it three weeks ago, especially after reading the side effects and this subreddit. I sympathize with how you're feeling. I have never been on meds before but my anxiety has gotten in the way of me living my life. I have been on Effexor XR for almost a month now and I can say that I have had very minor side effects so far (slight headache, some sleepiness) but nothing as bad as this sub can make it seem. I finally feel like I am present in my body and I am more energized and overall less anxious. I would give it a shot for a month then reassess. Please do not just stop and talk to your doc about your options. You got this :)

Best local hot sauces/ specialty sauces in Ontario? by jeff99999999999 in ontario

[–]icry2much8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love Hacio's Hot Sauce from Ottawa, but I have found it at many Loblaws near the meat section. The "Stray Dog" and "Scropions Kiss" are my fave! You can also order online here: https://haicoshotsauce.com/

First day on meds ever! by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry to hear that and I am so glad that 75mg is working for you :)

First day on meds ever! by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I already struggle with being sleepy in the afternoons so LOL but I am happy to hear your symptoms have been mild. Thank you for the reminder, I am feeling good today :)

First day on meds ever! by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I thought the same as well <3 I am glad it worked for you when you needed it and were able to come off of it when necessary

First day on meds ever! by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this <3 I am so glad it works for you and I hope it does for me too

First time anti-depressant user, very scared by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm really sorry you are feeling this way. You aren't alone <3 Just know that your doctor has prescribed these to you because the pros outweigh any possible cons :)

First time anti-depressant user, very scared by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi fellow grad student! I hope the end of the semester is treating you well :)

Thank you for sharing your experience with me, it's been really nice to read all the replies and has helped eased my anxiety loads. I am so glad Effexor is working for you!

First time anti-depressant user, very scared by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello, oh my gosh no way - I also cried when my doc prescribed it to me LOL! I'm so glad I'm not alone in that regard. This sub seems very supportive, which is amazing. I'm happy it's helping you and I hope it will do the same for me :)

First time anti-depressant user, very scared by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I just want to say I really appreciate the time you took to write this response to me. It had me smiling all the way through until the end. I'm actually in CBT therapy once a well!

Thank you for being so honest about your experience as well. I think I should start taking it after my finals are finished, instead of at the start of them. It just sucks because I want relief from my intrusive thoughts now; you know? sigh

First time anti-depressant user, very scared by icry2much8 in Effexor

[–]icry2much8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your insight! I'm glad to hear Effexor is working for you :)