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  • About Me

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    chelle37

    Female, 39
    USA
    Member since November 23, 2007

    • About Me

      I'm someone who is searching, for what it is I'm not quite sure yet. I'm interested in spirituality and healing in all of its many forms. I have struggled with anxiety, substance issues and depression throughout my life. The depression seems to be more overwhelming now then it has been in the past though. I'm not quite sure what will help but thought I'd give this a try. I definitely think that others that have dealt with these issues have more understanding then others in my life that haven't struggled with these issues. These issues have also given me a sensitive/accepting nature so I hope I can also give back to others out there struggling as I am.

      I'm someone who is searching, for what it is I'm not quite sure yet. I'm interested in spirituality and healing in all of its many forms. I have struggled with anxiety, substance issues and depression throughout my life. The depression seems to be more overwhelming now then it has been in the past though. I'm not quite sure what will help but thought I'd give this a try. I definitely think that others that have dealt with these issues have more understanding then others in my life that haven't struggled

    • Interests

      Not sure I can think of all of them now, but definitely spirituality, and how to find my way out of this depression. Besides that I love animals and the outdoors. When I have more energy I like to do various types of exercise and outdoorsy types of things.

      Not sure I can think of all of them now, but definitely spirituality, and how to find my way out of this

  • Recent Activity

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  • Journal

    • Been a while..

      Mood October 26, 2008 3:42pm

      Well, I've been away from ds for awhile so thought I'd just pop in, see how everyone here is and update my journal.  I read over my …

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      From jan4jam Thursday

      hey ((((((((((((((((((((chelle)))))))))))))))))) i suffer from major anxiety and such it keeps me from eaving my house as well.I hate it.
      i use to be worse and such atleast now i go to the doctors alone and grocery s hurray for me LOL
      i understand about the depression just came out of the darkness myself
      they upped my effexor XR and I am fine now
      wish u luck if u need to chat sweety I am here just give me a hollor. I am new to this
      have a web site totally different so bare with me hon ok
      lol sis jan

    • Thanks

      From jde196 November 13

      Thanks for the hug, its much appreciated. I am now spending more time in a better place but it is still hard. Hope you are doing well.

    • Thanks

      From LA5 November 13

      Thank you for your reply on crisis and your hug it means alot.

    • Flower

      From Sabishi November 9

      Lol, thats fine! Three hugs are better than one :]! Sigh- yeah I dont know which option will depress me more. Hiding out alone in my apartment smelling everyone else's dinners or going to a family dinner and pretending I don't want to go insane, lol. Gotta love the holidays.

    • Flower

      From Sabishi November 8

      Thank you for your reply to my post. Unfortunately there are no family members that know, though I think my mom suspects. No one would listen when I tried to talk about his physical abuse, let alone anything other than that. Yeah I might just have to leave if it becomes too much; I don't know how I let them trap me into their company.

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  • Goals

    Progress

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    Goal End Date is Jan 1, 09 325 days ago.

    Progress

    40 %

    Goal End Date is Jan 28, 08 664 days ago.
    meditating (days)
    5

    Progress

    20 %

    Goal End Date is Feb 11, 08 650 days ago.
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    Goal End Date is Feb 29, 08 632 days ago.
    697 days sober. Last update Oct 26, 08
  • Support Groups

    • Close Depression
      Type: Clinical (Major) Depression

      Hello all my name is Chelle I've struggled with anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse issues and depression throughout my life. For many reasons I am currently experiencing a more severe depression now then I have in the past. Anyway, I thought I'd try this as a support as most of those I interact with on a daily basis don't seem to understand.

      Treatments

      Support from Friends & Family Working / Worked
      At times, some understanding some not. Side effects, interesting I have some sarcastic comments but I'll keep them to myself.
    • Close Anxiety

      Anxiety is an issue I have struggled with ever since childhood. I didn't receive a diagnosis until just a few years ago though. It has been better and worse over the years, but now is fairly well controlled after having been through lots of therapy and taking medication (prozac) at least for the time. I think that anxiety is the main issue I have, and many of the other issues I have stem from this. (alcohol social lubricant, eating disorder tied to perfectionistic thinking I used to have)

      Treatments

      Breathwork Working / Worked
      Does help, especially if feeling panicked.
      Meditation Working / Worked
      Depends on the day, it can be difficult to do if I'm anxious at the moment. I think it has cumulative effects though and helps me be more balanced when I am consistent in practicing it.
      Positive Thinking Working / Worked
      Sometimes, overall I think what helps me in this area is I've never given up hope when things are overwhelming that they will get better.
      Prozac Working / Worked
      Prozac has been helpful in controlling my anxiety at times, but I've decided to get off it for now. It was just making me feel too lethargic. It took me a long time to finally try meds, because I wanted to go the more "natural" approach. I tried just about everything before turning to meds. If my anxiety would get to a point where it's getting in the way of my functioning I'd look at meds again, but unless it gets that bad again I'll stick with other treatments
    • Open Alcoholism

      I was unsure for a long time if I was an alcoholic or not. I went in for an assessment for chemical dependency and was told that I am an alcoholic. I went to inpatient treatment for 28 days, and am feeling so much better now. My sober date is 6/14/08. I'm attending AA currently on a daily basis. Treatment and AA have done wonders for me.

      Treatments

      12 Step Program Working / Worked
      I went through a 28 day inpatient program. I currently work the steps through AA.
      AA Meetings Working / Worked
      It's such a positive experience for me, I find people there to be accepting and understanding.
      Willpower Not Working
      Willpower alone did not work for me. I need the support of others who struggle so that I can remain sober.
    • Open Eating Disorders

      Hi there, I'm new also with multiple issues including eating disorderds so I hope we can support each other, peace to you in your journey.... chelle...

      Treatments

      Prozac Working / Worked
    • Open Vegetarians & Vegans
      Type: Vegetarian

      Not much to say, I'm vegetarian and would like to transition to being vegan.

    • Open Bipolar Disorder

      chelle37 hasn’t entered any details for this support group.
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