After a minor bout of depression around the anniversary Michael's death, I am doing alright. I have my ups and downs but fore the most part I am healthy.
I sprained my ankle Christmas Day and have been (sort of) laid up. The pain isn't as bad but it still hurts to walk. Maybe this is the what I needed to slow down.
I have been stressed over a family, but I am gonna seek some counsel about them.
I had an ECT yesterday. I had some troubles in the recovery room, they had to put me on oxygen. It wasn't because I stopped breathing it was because I wasn't breathing deep enough and my oxygen level was low. That is the first time I ever had to have oxygen. I was asked how I felt during intake and all I could say was "Blah".
Today I am going to take it easy. I need to slow down and relax. I have been overdoing it for weeks.
Have a good day.
David
Hey there
You sound good...despite all that is going on. Sorry to hear about your sprained ankle. I hope it doesn't take too long to recover from it. I have never had one so I don't know.
It sounds like you are actively managing your depression using treatments and strategies which work for you. As one of our community leaders, Lene from our RA site has said many times, being a patient can be like a full time job. It is hard work to manage illness.
You are doing a great job...keep it up and please keep sharing your stories and your progress with us. Gread to hear from you!