Posts by Angela Stewart6

Descendant, I have to admit I’m not entirely following your train of thought—I only just caught the link back to my own post!

I’m not entirely sure how to put this, but I don't really perceive the passage of time as a linear flow—instead, it feels more like I am sensing my own internal velocity, whether I'm racing ahead or dragging behind. Whenever I realize I’ve gone a bit too fast—essentially overextending myself or getting caught up in a frantic pace—I make a conscious effort to throttle back until I find that sweet spot of equilibrium again. It’s an ongoing process, really... Am I simply attempting to exert control over time itself? 🤔

Greetings, everyone! ☕
How is everybody doing today? Angela Stewart6, you've got some serious style!

Look, whether it’s a girl or a woman—since I don't know your age—she’ll likely show up if you truly need her and if that's where your heart is headed. That kind of connection just happens naturally, you know? Honestly, I’ve moved past being interested in that area of life myself, though I’ll admit there are those occasional moments where things feel... well, let's just say "interesting." But regardless, I’ve chosen this path, and I’m perfectly content with it. As for those fears you mentioned—for quite a while now, I’ve barely stepped foot outside, except for quick trips to the local CVS or maybe just hanging out in my backyard 🙂. It’s something that gradually tapered off as I learned how to actually manage it. My social life is also fading away more and more, though I’m not entirely sure if it will vanish completely. Still, that’s just one of the realities of dealing with our condition. But if I could offer one bit of advice: fear can actually be a good thing, provided it stays within certain limits.

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Jose Ward4 said:How are you doing, Angela Stewart6?

I'm doing alright—feeling a little bit drained, honestly, but tomorrow is Sunday, so I’m looking forward to some much-needed downtime! How have things been on your end?
Regarding psychosis, I really feel like it becomes a bit easier to spot the warning signs as time goes by—presumably once we actually get educated about our own condition. Though, even that's a bit of a toss-up, isn't it? Still, I believe everyone has those specific internal fluctuations, and that's why we stick to our therapy and adjust our medication as needed.

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So, here’s my take on things; I’ve been on antidepressants for quite a while now. For me, the journey involved a prolonged period of psychosis—which, looking back, I wasn't even fully aware was happening at the time—followed by these bouts of low mood that have, thankfully, been getting shorter and shorter as time goes on. My self-esteem took a massive hit for a long stretch, too, and I struggled with this sense of self-blame—though it wasn't that "typical" kind of guilt you see in movies, but rather something much more surreal and disconnected from reality. Honestly, I think psychosis is such a complex, layered concept; it’s incredibly difficult to pin down unless, of course, the symptoms are hitting you like a freight train.

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Just check the patient information leaflet provided with the medication—and honestly, if you don't have it handy, everything you could possibly need to know about any antipsychotic is available online. Just type the drug's name into a search engine, and you'll be instantly directed to a page detailing usage instructions, potential side effects, and all that good stuff. Personally, I haven’t experienced anything myself, so I can't speak to specific individual reactions, but the documentation is always there.

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That being said, you really ought to proceed with caution.

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Let me correct myself there—I meant to say I felt fine based on the perspective I was looking at, which clearly wasn't aligned with the actual reality of the situation. Honestly, I wouldn't wish that kind of struggle on anyone.

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Honestly, it’s a bit tricky to say which ones work better because everyone experiences things so differently—for instance, back when I was riding a wave of positive symptoms, I felt like I was in my own little world! I wasn't preoccupied with anything else besides what I was personally going through during that time. For the most part, I felt great. As for the negative side of things? I can't say for sure. A friend of mine once told me that I come across as totally indifferent, but that couldn't be further from the truth! In reality, I feel incredibly sensitive—it’s just all tucked away deep inside. When it comes to those pesky intrusive thoughts—you know, the paranoid stuff—I can almost sense them coming before they even hit. I just tell myself, "Nope, that's paranoia," and I stop right there. I make a conscious effort not to let those thoughts take over my mind, simply because I know deep down they aren't true.

Now, I truly believe we have to learn how to manage certain symptoms—basically learning to live alongside them—while simultaneously putting in the work to dial them down. For instance, you really ought to find something that settles your nerves, something that just clicks for you personally. Getting some physical activity in can do wonders too—I’m speaking from my own personal experience here!—but please, don't overdo it; stay within your own limits. Just do what you can. Every little bit counts toward building up your strength, and if you take it one step at a time, you'll eventually reach a sense of total wellness.

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The truth is, medication can really make a difference—you just have to figure out which specific ones work for your unique chemistry. And honestly, most of the time, you just need to push through a brief adjustment period while your body gets used to the psychotropic meds. You have to give them a chance to actually kick in! Of course, there's always the caveat regarding side effects; if they feel too overwhelming or just plain wrong, you absolutely have to walk your doctor through exactly what you're experiencing.

Lisa Morgan27 said:I’m honestly fed up with my memory failing me. I forget things almost the second they happen. It’s impossible to follow instructions because my attention span is shot—I’ll read something and it just doesn't stick; nothing stays in my head. My concentration is non-existent. I get these weird waves hitting my brain and ears, this pulsing sensation that gets even worse when I try to focus. It feels like I’m physically here but mentally checked out, totally detached. Information just won't settle. I know I'm not demented since I'm only 18, so maybe it’s some mental health issue, a side effect from medication, or some kind of delirium. I don't know. All I know is whether I'm at school or at home, I can't grasp anything or retain it, and I have no clue how to fix this...
I also had this gross taste of rotten eggs from Olandix this morning.

I honestly don't know how to give you a smart answer to that—maybe some brain exercises or vitamins? I really don't know.

@Jose Ward4, maybe I'm just looking for an excuse, but I wouldn't say I have a huge appetite normally—though I do try to regulate my diet as much as I can. As for >, I wouldn't describe it primarily as a romance, even though it is (I mean, Leonardo DiCaprio played it like he was doing everything out of pure love!). To me, it was more about the lesson of understanding the main characters' personalities based on their life paths. You really should watch it, though. And don't worry—if you head in that direction, you'll find someone special 😉

Jose Ward4 said:Oh, I forgot to mention... look, what you're feeling is totally normal. You know that, right? We all go through these ups and downs. Life isn't just one straight line. But I wanted to suggest trying some cocoa when you're up for it. Just warm milk, a little sugar, and dark cocoa. It’s soothing, and honestly, it’s not too heavy. I tend to get a stomachache sometimes—too much fat messes with me—and sometimes my meds (I'm on therapy too, honestly, it's a struggle) give me this restless anxiety. I can literally feel it in my chest. When that happens, chamomile tea helps. It’s a natural sedative, so give it a shot. Since you're on medication now, your body might absorb things differently; your metabolism might be working a bit faster. Also, try smoothies. If I toss a banana, half a lemon, half an apple, maybe a pear, and a bit of parsley or spinach into a blender, I feel better within five minutes. Even just vitamins made a huge difference for me, so definitely try that. Anyway, I'm off to take my meds now. Goodnight. Goodnight to everyone! I hope you all have peaceful, beautiful dreams. And if anyone is tossing and turning, there's a really gripping movie on YouTube. If you're interested, you can watch it here with subtitles: The Man from Earth - with subtitles

Hmm, well, I don't actually eat much fatty food—I barely touch meat at all. I love fruits and vegetables, though they can get pretty pricey sometimes, and honestly, my appetite isn't always that strong (maybe if I put more effort into it, I'd feel the hunger more often). I try to avoid sweets too, though I do occasionally get those late-night cravings where I just *have* to have something sugary, and once I start, I can't seem to stop—I'll just grab 🙂 whatever happens to be within reach 🤣.
As for movies, I don't watch them very often, but the last one I saw was The Great Gatsby, and I actually found it quite thought-provoking.

@zecic, when I first started my treatment, I actually looked up contraindications to see if my medications would clash, but nothing happened to me... so, who knows?

Lisa Morgan27 said:Thanks... My doctor prescribed this alongside Prozac, but the instructions say not to take them together, so I'm hesitant to mix them—especially since both are scheduled for the evening. My cognitive issues are my biggest struggle right now. Is the nighttime dose actually good for sleep? I read that some people on Zyprexa end up sleeping almost all day. Also, what does it mean when they say you feel the effects in three days, but the full impact takes two to four weeks?

Look, if your doctor wrote the script that way, there’s definitely a medical reason behind it! I’m not entirely familiar with Paxil, so I can't speak to that specific interaction. As for side effects—honestly, you can't take those warnings as a rule—because everything works so differently from one person to the next. If you start feeling off, you absolutely have to loop your doctor in. In my own experience, I actually found myself sleeping much more during the initial phase of treatment—even a bit longer than usual—but that was because I was on a much heavier dosage that my doctor was gradually tapering down. For sleep, I just use Ambien as needed, so Olandix isn't strictly my "sleep pill," though I know it works wonders for some people! By the way, what exactly do you mean when you talk about cognitive deficit?

Lisa Morgan27 said:Is Olandix the same thing as Zyprexa? What’s the actual difference in how they work?

Basically, Olandix is just the generic version of Zyprexa. I can't speak to the exact molecular differences, but I've been on Olandix for five years now—and honestly, between this medication and my psychotherapy, it has been a massive help. It feels like I'm making steady progress—though, admittedly, probably not at the lightning speed someone without a diagnosis would experience! But hey, that's fine; I've made my peace with that reality.

@Jose Ward4, I've been feeling a little bit low these past two days, but it’s nothing I can't handle. Since I'm also taking antidepressants, I can definitely say those heavy down periods have become much less frequent.

I hate to jump in here and interrupt the flow, but I really feel we need to be careful—we don't want to drift into that territory where we start idolizing someone way beyond what the actual facts show.

Jose Ward4, you know what really gets me thinking—it’s a bit of a nagging concern of mine. I completely see where you're coming from with your point, but let me give you an example to illustrate my perspective. Sometimes, when I tackle a task, I might take things a little slower, and then other times, I’m lightning-fast and deliver top-tier quality. But there are those moments—and they happen!—where I try to rush through that exact same task to be more efficient, and I don't quite know how to put it... it's just this feeling that it actually would have been better if I had just slowed down a bit.

Diego Maradona, I wish you nothing but the very best of luck with everything! On my end, things have been a bit of a rollercoaster—my mother has been struggling with depression, though I honestly feel like she’s finally turned a corner, or at least reached a point where she doesn't need as much support as before. My father is also managing things with sleep aids and Diazepam, but he’s actually holding up quite well—all things considered, since he did go through that major stroke and all the recovery that entails... it's just one of those situations where we all have to lean on each other and stay united. That's just how life goes sometimes. 🕺

It looks like there’s been a bit of a technical glitch here—it seems my previous posts have somehow been merged directly into lolipop's thread!

Richard Wells said:They don't, because if you want to be truly spontaneous and easygoing, you can't be weighed down by neuroses. Once you actually get a handle on who you are, you become this natural magnet without even realizing it.

Exactly—it’s much easier for some, while others struggle to make that leap and end up stuck in the majority, who, let's face it, aren't all that different from the first group anyway.

Carl Rivera43 said:But seriously, this whole divide between those who follow the rules and those who don't? It's just bizarre. You can play by the book and still be used as a cover for massive fraud and huge sums of money moving under the radar. The world is a wild mix of cruel and kind, isn't it? But honestly, I think the deepest divides come from people who choose to limit themselves. {And let's be real, it's pretty terrifying how much of this stuff is forced on us without any actual basis}

I actually think you just created a division right there! It all comes down to how you perceive the situation—most things shouldn't be viewed in such strict extremes because, more often than not, there's a logical reason behind them.