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Post by deeside2 on May 11, 2022 20:13:08 GMT
Our cat passed away suddenly today and it's hit me much harder than I would ever have thought. He wasn't even my own pet - I inherited him when I acquired the current Mrs Clams and, having never had a pet as such before, grew to love the massive, curmudgeonly, ball of fur over the past 7 years or so. He was 12 years old and showed no signs of underlying illness and was incredibly active for a cat of his age. Today though, I got a call from the better half who was clearly in distress as her constant companion (who'd been with her since she rescued him as an abandoned kitten all those years ago) had suffered some sort of seizure. Just an hour before I'd patted him on the head as I do every morning when leaving for work and he did his usual thing of chasing after me up the hallway and blocking the front door in an attempt to stop me leaving. Less than 2 hours after we had to make the heartbreaking decision to put him to sleep. Mrs Clams is beside herself and I'm putting on a brave face for her sake. In reality though, I feel like Tyson Fury has landed a devastating blow to my stomach. So sorry to hear that your cat has died Clams. It really does hit you hard, much harder than you would think a small animal can do. They really do become a member of the family don't they. Our previous cat (a rescue that we'd had since she was about three months old) had long running bladder problems throughout her life (she also only had one eye and a deformed chest bone and she was always ignored when other people went to select a new cat) and after a week where she was in and out of the vets for treatment for her bladder, they advised us that there was nothing else they could do for her, and we had to have her put down last July. She was only 8. My wife and I both loved her dearly and were absolutely devastated and there was just a huge hole in our lives and home for ages. As has been said by others already, we knew that we had given her the best possible life, and end of life care, that we possibly could have done. We couldn't even think of having another cat as it felt like being disrespectful to her memory. In time though we both missed her so much that we felt we wanted another cat to give it a good home and a better life than it may otherwise have. So on Halloween last year we went and collected our new cat (9 month old rescue cat) and hope that she has a happy, safe, and long life with us. We deliberately chose a totally different looking cat than our old cat, and she does have an entirely different personality. She very quickly settled in really well and is our constant companion in the house and garden. I have just told my wife about your loss and she sends her best wishes to you both, as she fully understands how you are feeling.
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Post by danceswithclams on May 11, 2022 20:16:15 GMT
Our cat passed away suddenly today and it's hit me much harder than I would ever have thought. He wasn't even my own pet - I inherited him when I acquired the current Mrs Clams and, having never had a pet as such before, grew to love the massive, curmudgeonly, ball of fur over the past 7 years or so. He was 12 years old and showed no signs of underlying illness and was incredibly active for a cat of his age. Today though, I got a call from the better half who was clearly in distress as her constant companion (who'd been with her since she rescued him as an abandoned kitten all those years ago) had suffered some sort of seizure. Just an hour before I'd patted him on the head as I do every morning when leaving for work and he did his usual thing of chasing after me up the hallway and blocking the front door in an attempt to stop me leaving. Less than 2 hours after we had to make the heartbreaking decision to put him to sleep. Mrs Clams is beside herself and I'm putting on a brave face for her sake. In reality though, I feel like Tyson Fury has landed a devastating blow to my stomach. I feel your pain clams.... We had our first cat for 17-18 years(I originally hated the idea of a cat) but we became so close as the years went by, every time I turned in the garden he would be there, great company when the wife was out or working away and someone to talk to especially as we don't have kids... We had to have him put to sleep in the easter of the first lockdown but to make it worse the little ginger nut was like a spring kitten on the vets car park on that sad day, and it broke me and the wife and the house was never the same... I always feel a little piece of my heart went with him! Cats have totally changed me and by the sounds of it some of you guys too. I never know what to say at times like these... All the best to you and your better half👍 Cheers pal. It hasn't really sunk in to be fair. In some sort of serendipity, Mrs Clams is away work from tomorrow (she works in the music industry and is obliged to attend a certain conference/festival in Brighton each year) and it was this time of year, 8 years ago when I first bonded with the cat. This was before we lived together and she asked me to stop at hers and look after the cat whilst she was away. The cat and I had a great time - I learned that he's a fan of snooker like I am, we watched the Champions League final together, whiled the hours away by kicking scrunched up balls of paper around the cavernous flat for him to chase. Plus, I got him bang into Chicken Tikka by feeding him bits I'd picked of the many pizzas I'd ordered in lieu of actually being arsed to cook. This routine has been a constant for the past 7 years we've lived in our current abode and I'm saddened that this weekend, it's not going to happen and I'll be rattling round the gaff alone 😿
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Post by georgeberrysafro on May 11, 2022 20:31:32 GMT
Our cat passed away suddenly today and it's hit me much harder than I would ever have thought. He wasn't even my own pet - I inherited him when I acquired the current Mrs Clams and, having never had a pet as such before, grew to love the massive, curmudgeonly, ball of fur over the past 7 years or so. He was 12 years old and showed no signs of underlying illness and was incredibly active for a cat of his age. Today though, I got a call from the better half who was clearly in distress as her constant companion (who'd been with her since she rescued him as an abandoned kitten all those years ago) had suffered some sort of seizure. Just an hour before I'd patted him on the head as I do every morning when leaving for work and he did his usual thing of chasing after me up the hallway and blocking the front door in an attempt to stop me leaving. Less than 2 hours after we had to make the heartbreaking decision to put him to sleep. Mrs Clams is beside herself and I'm putting on a brave face for her sake. In reality though, I feel like Tyson Fury has landed a devastating blow to my stomach. It’s nice to see a compassionate side to you Clams I have to say. To some people the loss of a pet, especially cats means nothing to them. I’ve grown to love cats since I had a couple of rescue brothers in 2012 and while they’re both alive and kicking they were taken by my departed ex mrs a couple of months back and it’s left a real hole in my life as daft as it sounds. So much as for a few weeks after I was still annoyed about having to feed them when I got in, but they weren’t there when I got home😟 Pets of any kind really can become just as important as friends and family at times, they’re there to listen to all your bad shit and don’t answer back. They just help you to calm down and relax. So don’t think something like this is anything to be embarrassed about, it’s hard for a while I'm so sorry to hear that Clams, sending thoughts to the both of you. Losing a pet is tough, a lot harder than a most people imagine or can even understand. I was a dog person (we have a rescue dog as well) but like Badger you I've grown to love cats. And I don't think you have to put on a brave face for Mrs Clams, it helps to grieve together. We've lost 2 to cancer in the last 2 years and both were rescues. We've recently adopted 2 kittens from a litter and it's the best thing we've done to help with the loss of them...some people didn't understand how we can do it but they've made friends with our 3 year old rescue and he's happy now he's not alone, and they've made our life's better as well. It'll be hard for a good while...the little b@$!@&ds take a piece of your heart with you when they go.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 11, 2022 20:32:54 GMT
I feel your pain clams.... We had our first cat for 17-18 years(I originally hated the idea of a cat) but we became so close as the years went by, every time I turned in the garden he would be there, great company when the wife was out or working away and someone to talk to especially as we don't have kids... We had to have him put to sleep in the easter of the first lockdown but to make it worse the little ginger nut was like a spring kitten on the vets car park on that sad day, and it broke me and the wife and the house was never the same... I always feel a little piece of my heart went with him! Cats have totally changed me and by the sounds of it some of you guys too. I never know what to say at times like these... All the best to you and your better half👍 Cheers pal. It hasn't really sunk in to be fair. In some sort of serendipity, Mrs Clams is away work from tomorrow (she works in the music industry and is obliged to attend a certain conference/festival in Brighton each year) and it was this time of year, 8 years ago when I first bonded with the cat. This was before we lived together and she asked me to stop at hers and look after the cat whilst she was away. The cat and I had a great time - I learned that he's a fan of snooker like I am, we watched the Champions League final together, whiled the hours away by kicking scrunched up balls of paper around the cavernous flat for him to chase. Plus, I got him bang into Chicken Tikka by feeding him bits I'd picked of the many pizzas I'd ordered in lieu of actually being arsed to cook. This routine has been a constant for the past 7 years we've lived in our current abode and I'm saddened that this weekend, it's not going to happen and I'll be rattling round the gaff alone 😿 Same here mate. Right bunch of wimps aren’t we but I honestly think if you look after a cat properly they have huge loyalty and are a fantastic companion. And they don’t bark and gave me many a happy chuckle watching them shit on next doors (the munsters) garden!😉
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 11, 2022 20:35:15 GMT
It’s nice to see a compassionate side to you Clams I have to say. To some people the loss of a pet, especially cats means nothing to them. I’ve grown to love cats since I had a couple of rescue brothers in 2012 and while they’re both alive and kicking they were taken by my departed ex mrs a couple of months back and it’s left a real hole in my life as daft as it sounds. So much as for a few weeks after I was still annoyed about having to feed them when I got in, but they weren’t there when I got home😟 Pets of any kind really can become just as important as friends and family at times, they’re there to listen to all your bad shit and don’t answer back. They just help you to calm down and relax. So don’t think something like this is anything to be embarrassed about, it’s hard for a while I'm so sorry to hear that Clams, sending thoughts to the both of you. Losing a pet is tough, a lot harder than a most people imagine or can even understand. I was a dog person (we have a rescue dog as well) but like Badger you I've grown to love cats. And I don't think you have to put on a brave face for Mrs Clams, it helps to grieve together. We've lost 2 to cancer in the last 2 years and both were rescues. We've recently adopted 2 kittens from a litter and it's the best thing we've done to help with the loss of them...some people didn't understand how we can do it but they've made friends with our 3 year old rescue and he's happy now he's not alone, and they've made our life's better as well. It'll be hard for a good while...the little b@$!@&ds take a piece of your heart with you when they go. That’s the thing as well. One cat doesn’t necessarily replace the one you’ve had for years but so many have been mistreated and in dire need of a good home that it makes it so much more satisfying. I can’t wait to sort out another couple of waifs n strays
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Post by danceswithclams on May 11, 2022 20:56:07 GMT
I honestly think if you look after a cat properly they have huge loyalty and are a fantastic companion. Definitely. I never really had much to do with this furry fuck until the time described above when I was charged with looking after him for four days. Since then though I'd really grown to appreciate his idiosyncrasies and quirks. He very rarely gave me any affection and reserved all the cuddles for Mrs Clams. However, he definitely saw me as 'Playtime & Treats Man' and would run after me and nudge me and bat his favourite toys in my direction in a bid to make me play with him. He never did that with the Mrs. He's going to be a big loss in this household for sure.
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Post by Orbs on May 12, 2022 9:05:43 GMT
I was in London on Monday and my return train was delayed due to a suicide. Found out this morning it was one of our Thursday night football lads. Married with 2 kids aged 15 and 12. Truly heartbreaking.
Please try and speak to someone if you’re struggling and check on mates/relatives you haven’t heard from in a while. Only takes a few seconds to send a text but it could make all the difference.
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Post by chigstoke on May 16, 2022 17:19:32 GMT
Clams - I am truly sorry for the loss of your cat. I know how fucking devastating it can be, they're family. I guess I can't really put together the words to say properly because I'm still reeling from our Woody leaving us 8 months ago, and I think other posters have done it better than I can. So I share their sentiments, 110%.
I now have my first PT session booked in for June 9th - I don't usually believe in 'meant to be', but June 9th is also my birthday. New year and hopefully the beginning of a long but worthwhile transformation both physically and mentally. I've had a few ups and downs recently, the PT is giving me a goal to get through May for though. I'm extremely looking forward to the challenge, and can't wait to make the change in lifestyle I've so desparately needed for a couple of years now.
I'm very lucky to have a good support network with friends and family. But recently I must say a huge thanks to a work friend of mine. We get in work close to the same time and usually have 10 or so minutes before others come in to the office. She listens to all of my shit and let's me just spout off about how I'm feeling or what's getting me down. She's genuinely helped me out an awful lot over the past couple of weeks, more so than she should have to, to be honest. We've always got on like a house on fire but I've never really had to properly talk about my mental health with her before.
It's easier to say it under the guise of anonymity unless one of you fuckers knows who I am, but she's fucking ace and one of the rare times where I'm happy to call someone I work with a great friend. Usually my attitude for work was to make acquaintances so it's been really nice.
And I can't forget this thread being a great place to let off steam and to talk to Stokies about stuff that's a bit more important than 'MON can fuck off to Hibs' or 'Chester is shit' or whatever. Thanks for listening to my bollocks. Just know I'd do the same for you lot.
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Post by partickpotter on May 16, 2022 17:58:14 GMT
I was in London on Monday and my return train was delayed due to a suicide. Found out this morning it was one of our Thursday night football lads. Married with 2 kids aged 15 and 12. Truly heartbreaking. Please try and speak to someone if you’re struggling and check on mates/relatives you haven’t heard from in a while. Only takes a few seconds to send a text but it could make all the difference. Only just caught this post. It’s stopped me in my tracks. Thanks for sharing. And thanks for posting the advice. It’s as good advice as I’ve seen in a long time.
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Post by danceswithclams on May 16, 2022 23:02:22 GMT
Clams - I am truly sorry for the loss of your cat. I know how fucking devastating it can be, they're family. I guess I can't really put together the words to say properly because I'm still reeling from our Woody leaving us 8 months ago, and I think other posters have done it better than I can. So I share their sentiments, 110%. Cheers pal. It's been nearly a week now but it still hasn't got any easier if I'm being honest. The house feels empty. I'm a bit of a night owl and rarely go to sleep at the same time as Mrs Clams and whilst he was never one for overt displays of affection (towards me at least) he was always within a few feet whilst I was pottering around in the night. I type this now as I'm having a cigarette (well, a vape) on my balcony and it's weird not having him stood at my feet rubbernecking at any slight sound or movement in the street and then making a weird trilling noise in surprise when I tap him on the head to tell him it's time to go back in.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 19, 2022 18:32:18 GMT
Clams - I am truly sorry for the loss of your cat. I know how fucking devastating it can be, they're family. I guess I can't really put together the words to say properly because I'm still reeling from our Woody leaving us 8 months ago, and I think other posters have done it better than I can. So I share their sentiments, 110%. Cheers pal. It's been nearly a week now but it still hasn't got any easier if I'm being honest. The house feels empty. I'm a bit of a night owl and rarely go to sleep at the same time as Mrs Clams and whilst he was never one for overt displays of affection (towards me at least) he was always within a few feet whilst I was pottering around in the night. I type this now as I'm having a cigarette (well, a vape) on my balcony and it's weird not having him stood at my feet rubbernecking at any slight sound or movement in the street and then making a weird trilling noise in surprise when I tap him on the head to tell him it's time to go back in. Took me about 4 weeks to come to terms with the loss of Gus and Hank and they’re still alive, in some ways I think it makes it worse, for me anyway. Soon as I’ve finished globetrotting at the end of next month I’m off to Iris’ Cats in Need to get a couple of rescue moggies. Not these poncey things everyone’s into just a couple of ignorant bastards like me, just like old times. Can highly recommend Iris’ as that’s where I had my previous two from.
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Post by Orbs on May 19, 2022 19:24:00 GMT
Cheers pal. It's been nearly a week now but it still hasn't got any easier if I'm being honest. The house feels empty. I'm a bit of a night owl and rarely go to sleep at the same time as Mrs Clams and whilst he was never one for overt displays of affection (towards me at least) he was always within a few feet whilst I was pottering around in the night. I type this now as I'm having a cigarette (well, a vape) on my balcony and it's weird not having him stood at my feet rubbernecking at any slight sound or movement in the street and then making a weird trilling noise in surprise when I tap him on the head to tell him it's time to go back in. Took me about 4 weeks to come to terms with the loss of Gus and Hank and they’re still alive, in some ways I think it makes it worse, for me anyway. Soon as I’ve finished globetrotting at the end of next month I’m off to Iris’ Cats in Need to get a couple of rescue moggies. Not these poncey things everyone’s into just a couple of ignorant bastards like me, just like old times. Can highly recommend Iris’ as that’s where I had my previous two from. Be nice to stroke some pussy.
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Post by iancransonsknees on May 19, 2022 19:26:43 GMT
Took me about 4 weeks to come to terms with the loss of Gus and Hank and they’re still alive, in some ways I think it makes it worse, for me anyway. Soon as I’ve finished globetrotting at the end of next month I’m off to Iris’ Cats in Need to get a couple of rescue moggies. Not these poncey things everyone’s into just a couple of ignorant bastards like me, just like old times. Can highly recommend Iris’ as that’s where I had my previous two from. Be nice to stroke some pussy. Beat me to it!
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 19, 2022 19:48:54 GMT
Be nice to stroke some pussy. Beat me to it! You concentrate on murdering badgers mate😉
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 19, 2022 19:50:07 GMT
Took me about 4 weeks to come to terms with the loss of Gus and Hank and they’re still alive, in some ways I think it makes it worse, for me anyway. Soon as I’ve finished globetrotting at the end of next month I’m off to Iris’ Cats in Need to get a couple of rescue moggies. Not these poncey things everyone’s into just a couple of ignorant bastards like me, just like old times. Can highly recommend Iris’ as that’s where I had my previous two from. Be nice to stroke some pussy. It’s been months, I’m dead horned up. I’m literally undressing women on the train in my mind. I need help 🤣 Oh cats, yeh I miss stroking them too
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Post by saturday on May 19, 2022 20:06:53 GMT
I’ve got 3 cats called Tom, Lola and Lewis. I’m the crazy cat lady who smells of wee.
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Post by iancransonsknees on May 19, 2022 20:29:11 GMT
I’ve got 3 cats called Tom, Lola and Lewis. I’m the crazy cat lady who smells of wee. Matchmaking now for Badger. He's not fussy by the sound of it. Beggars can't be choosers.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 19, 2022 20:35:13 GMT
I’ve got 3 cats called Tom, Lola and Lewis. I’m the crazy cat lady who smells of wee. Matchmaking now for Badger. He's not fussy by the sound of it. Beggars can't be choosers. Sorted em out yet? No? Thought so😉
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Post by iancransonsknees on May 19, 2022 20:38:51 GMT
Matchmaking now for Badger. He's not fussy by the sound of it. Beggars can't be choosers. Sorted em out yet? No? Thought so😉 Nearly a grand for an eco survey to check if they've 'moved house! Not my money but it's pinching a living.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 19, 2022 20:41:10 GMT
Sorted em out yet? No? Thought so😉 Nearly a grand for an eco survey to check if they've 'moved house! Not my money but it's pinching a living. Beautiful creatures
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Post by Orbs on May 19, 2022 21:16:44 GMT
Be nice to stroke some pussy. It’s been months, I’m dead horned up. I’m literally undressing women on the train. I need help 🤣 Oh cats, yeh I miss stroking them too 😳
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Post by felonious on May 20, 2022 19:14:26 GMT
Be nice to stroke some pussy. It’s been months, I’m dead horned up. I’m literally undressing women on the train in my mind. I need help 🤣 Oh cats, yeh I miss stroking them too Here's some Alt J to take your mind of it
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 24, 2022 5:26:58 GMT
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Post by Los Alfareros on May 24, 2022 11:52:27 GMT
Ayup lads, long time since I have been on as one of the original nutjobs!!
I just wanted to bring up a point maybe not discussed on here yet of anti-depressants. Through my early stages of depression and anxiety I was of the mindset that these drugs are only for the people in padded cells and straight jackets!! So I battled on with therapy and my own plan of coping with my illness. About 6 months ago things really started to get bad again, and after talking to a friend who has had the same troubles then I went to see my doctor. I was prescribed Peroxatina 5mg to start with and built upto 20mg over a month or so. So what happened? Well I can definitely say they are helping massively even though I did not notice a change until around 6 weeks. I cannot stop my thoughts, but somehow don't seem to get as worked up over them, I honestly don't get that surge of fear and sickness in my chest anymore, my anxiety attacks used to be brutal to the point of being unable to breathe, but they have died down to virtually nothing now. It is true that the drugs balance the brain to a point of "emotional blunting" so I dont get too bothered about things like I used to. They are working for me, in fact I wish I had done this 2 years ago it may have saved me from some very, very dark moments. This is not a "do as I do" post, I just wanted to share my experience as it may help someone here. I am also aware that I cannot stay on them forever but would be scared to come off them now and go back to where I was mentally. I would also like to hear of anyone elses experiences with anti-depressants, good or bad, it could be interesting. Up the Mighty Potters.
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Post by Orbs on May 30, 2022 8:18:34 GMT
Ayup lads, long time since I have been on as one of the original nutjobs!! I just wanted to bring up a point maybe not discussed on here yet of anti-depressants. Through my early stages of depression and anxiety I was of the mindset that these drugs are only for the people in padded cells and straight jackets!! So I battled on with therapy and my own plan of coping with my illness. About 6 months ago things really started to get bad again, and after talking to a friend who has had the same troubles then I went to see my doctor. I was prescribed Peroxatina 5mg to start with and built upto 20mg over a month or so. So what happened? Well I can definitely say they are helping massively even though I did not notice a change until around 6 weeks. I cannot stop my thoughts, but somehow don't seem to get as worked up over them, I honestly don't get that surge of fear and sickness in my chest anymore, my anxiety attacks used to be brutal to the point of being unable to breathe, but they have died down to virtually nothing now. It is true that the drugs balance the brain to a point of "emotional blunting" so I dont get too bothered about things like I used to. They are working for me, in fact I wish I had done this 2 years ago it may have saved me from some very, very dark moments. This is not a "do as I do" post, I just wanted to share my experience as it may help someone here. I am also aware that I cannot stay on them forever but would be scared to come off them now and go back to where I was mentally. I would also like to hear of anyone elses experiences with anti-depressants, good or bad, it could be interesting. Up the Mighty Potters. An interesting one this. I’ve got a couple of friends on anti-depressants who say the same as you. Maybe they aren’t for everyone but they certainly seem to help in a large number of people. Do they help you sleep too? I think one of my mates has one before bed and then a different one in the mornings. Must be awful to be that anxious/worried that it stops you from sleeping properly.
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Post by Los Alfareros on May 30, 2022 9:34:41 GMT
Ayup lads, long time since I have been on as one of the original nutjobs!! I just wanted to bring up a point maybe not discussed on here yet of anti-depressants. Through my early stages of depression and anxiety I was of the mindset that these drugs are only for the people in padded cells and straight jackets!! So I battled on with therapy and my own plan of coping with my illness. About 6 months ago things really started to get bad again, and after talking to a friend who has had the same troubles then I went to see my doctor. I was prescribed Peroxatina 5mg to start with and built upto 20mg over a month or so. So what happened? Well I can definitely say they are helping massively even though I did not notice a change until around 6 weeks. I cannot stop my thoughts, but somehow don't seem to get as worked up over them, I honestly don't get that surge of fear and sickness in my chest anymore, my anxiety attacks used to be brutal to the point of being unable to breathe, but they have died down to virtually nothing now. It is true that the drugs balance the brain to a point of "emotional blunting" so I dont get too bothered about things like I used to. They are working for me, in fact I wish I had done this 2 years ago it may have saved me from some very, very dark moments. This is not a "do as I do" post, I just wanted to share my experience as it may help someone here. I am also aware that I cannot stay on them forever but would be scared to come off them now and go back to where I was mentally. I would also like to hear of anyone elses experiences with anti-depressants, good or bad, it could be interesting. Up the Mighty Potters. An interesting one this. I’ve got a couple of friends on anti-depressants who say the same as you. Maybe they aren’t for everyone but they certainly seem to help in a large number of people. Do they help you sleep too? I think one of my mates has one before bed and then a different one in the mornings. Must be awful to be that anxious/worried that it stops you from sleeping properly. Aswell as being prescribed the anti depressants, I had sleeping tablets aswell which is probably what your mate has before bed. I find the sleepers very addictive, and as someone with an addictive nature I try not to rely on them. The valium is very nice and you only really need one but I have popped 3 or 4 on a night and that is not recommended!! Nice buzz though.... So in general yes the anti depressants do help with sleep, purely for the fact that the anxiety is reduced, it is impossible to sleep during periods of high anxiety and the middle of the night is the worst time to have attacks. As a very "emotional" soul, the pills are really helping on a day to day basis, even helping manage situations at work, I feel able to rationalise things much better. Don't get me wrong, I am not a Zombie, I just feel more in control of my emotions. The point is if anyone feels stigmatised against anti depressants like I did, then don't. Have an open mind and talk to your doctor. They are playing a massive part in me turning my life around.
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Post by kidcrewbob on May 30, 2022 13:39:35 GMT
Ayup lads, long time since I have been on as one of the original nutjobs!! I just wanted to bring up a point maybe not discussed on here yet of anti-depressants. Through my early stages of depression and anxiety I was of the mindset that these drugs are only for the people in padded cells and straight jackets!! So I battled on with therapy and my own plan of coping with my illness. About 6 months ago things really started to get bad again, and after talking to a friend who has had the same troubles then I went to see my doctor. I was prescribed Peroxatina 5mg to start with and built upto 20mg over a month or so. So what happened? Well I can definitely say they are helping massively even though I did not notice a change until around 6 weeks. I cannot stop my thoughts, but somehow don't seem to get as worked up over them, I honestly don't get that surge of fear and sickness in my chest anymore, my anxiety attacks used to be brutal to the point of being unable to breathe, but they have died down to virtually nothing now. It is true that the drugs balance the brain to a point of "emotional blunting" so I dont get too bothered about things like I used to. They are working for me, in fact I wish I had done this 2 years ago it may have saved me from some very, very dark moments. This is not a "do as I do" post, I just wanted to share my experience as it may help someone here. I am also aware that I cannot stay on them forever but would be scared to come off them now and go back to where I was mentally. I would also like to hear of anyone elses experiences with anti-depressants, good or bad, it could be interesting. Up the Mighty Potters. I too resisted happy pills for many years thinking I could give myself a good shake and pull myself together but after a mega bout of anxiety-induced insomnia I took the docs advice and started on Citalopram 20mgs (SSRI) - it took a while to get used to them - weird, vivid dreams and yawning constantly during the day at first - but after a few weeks was amazed as to how well they worked for me. Took them for several years and got to the point that (in my ignorance) I thought I didn't need to anymore and went cold turkey - ok for a week or two but started to go downhill rapidly with some scary manic spells - suffice to say that I went back to them and equilibrium was restored thankfully. So, I still take them daily and suits me fine - I know that I could try to wean myself off them by cutting them down over a period of time (months typically) but at my age what's the point - plus I don;t have to pay for them now!! ;-) I don't think there's that same stigma as there once was years ago (can you imagine having a thread like this in the early days!) and the number of folk who need a bit of help to flatten out the peaks and troughs of life is an eye opener.......sad in some respects I guess, but the pressures and complexities of modern life take their toll on some.......be well mate
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Post by Los Alfareros on May 30, 2022 15:12:11 GMT
Ayup lads, long time since I have been on as one of the original nutjobs!! I just wanted to bring up a point maybe not discussed on here yet of anti-depressants. Through my early stages of depression and anxiety I was of the mindset that these drugs are only for the people in padded cells and straight jackets!! So I battled on with therapy and my own plan of coping with my illness. About 6 months ago things really started to get bad again, and after talking to a friend who has had the same troubles then I went to see my doctor. I was prescribed Peroxatina 5mg to start with and built upto 20mg over a month or so. So what happened? Well I can definitely say they are helping massively even though I did not notice a change until around 6 weeks. I cannot stop my thoughts, but somehow don't seem to get as worked up over them, I honestly don't get that surge of fear and sickness in my chest anymore, my anxiety attacks used to be brutal to the point of being unable to breathe, but they have died down to virtually nothing now. It is true that the drugs balance the brain to a point of "emotional blunting" so I dont get too bothered about things like I used to. They are working for me, in fact I wish I had done this 2 years ago it may have saved me from some very, very dark moments. This is not a "do as I do" post, I just wanted to share my experience as it may help someone here. I am also aware that I cannot stay on them forever but would be scared to come off them now and go back to where I was mentally. I would also like to hear of anyone elses experiences with anti-depressants, good or bad, it could be interesting. Up the Mighty Potters. I too resisted happy pills for many years thinking I could give myself a good shake and pull myself together but after a mega bout of anxiety-induced insomnia I took the docs advice and started on Citalopram 20mgs (SSRI) - it took a while to get used to them - weird, vivid dreams and yawning constantly during the day at first - but after a few weeks was amazed as to how well they worked for me. Took them for several years and got to the point that (in my ignorance) I thought I didn't need to anymore and went cold turkey - ok for a week or two but started to go downhill rapidly with some scary manic spells - suffice to say that I went back to them and equilibrium was restored thankfully. So, I still take them daily and suits me fine - I know that I could try to wean myself off them by cutting them down over a period of time (months typically) but at my age what's the point - plus I don;t have to pay for them now!! ;-) I don't think there's that same stigma as there once was years ago (can you imagine having a thread like this in the early days!) and the number of folk who need a bit of help to flatten out the peaks and troughs of life is an eye opener.......sad in some respects I guess, but the pressures and complexities of modern life take their toll on some.......be well mate Thanks mate, exactly the sort of post I wanted to hear!! How long have you been on the meds and how old were you when you started if you don't mind me asking?
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Post by kidcrewbob on May 30, 2022 15:41:51 GMT
I too resisted happy pills for many years thinking I could give myself a good shake and pull myself together but after a mega bout of anxiety-induced insomnia I took the docs advice and started on Citalopram 20mgs (SSRI) - it took a while to get used to them - weird, vivid dreams and yawning constantly during the day at first - but after a few weeks was amazed as to how well they worked for me. Took them for several years and got to the point that (in my ignorance) I thought I didn't need to anymore and went cold turkey - ok for a week or two but started to go downhill rapidly with some scary manic spells - suffice to say that I went back to them and equilibrium was restored thankfully. So, I still take them daily and suits me fine - I know that I could try to wean myself off them by cutting them down over a period of time (months typically) but at my age what's the point - plus I don;t have to pay for them now!! ;-) I don't think there's that same stigma as there once was years ago (can you imagine having a thread like this in the early days!) and the number of folk who need a bit of help to flatten out the peaks and troughs of life is an eye opener.......sad in some respects I guess, but the pressures and complexities of modern life take their toll on some.......be well mate Thanks mate, exactly the sort of post I wanted to hear!! How long have you been on the meds and how old were you when you started if you don't mind me asking? Off and on about 12 years or so - I was late 40s
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Post by chigstoke on May 30, 2022 17:11:37 GMT
Counting down the days till the 9th, I'm so ready for this PT to start. Being on my birthday too I see it as one year older and the beginning of the change I've needed/wanted for so long.
The confidence must be flowing, I've got on this online dating lark as well, but being up front on my current state and what I'm about to embark on personally with weight loss. Had a couple of good conversations so far, but fuck me it's hard work. Granted as well, going on these apps as a bigger lad is like playing Halo 3 on Legendary. Difficult!
Baby steps though.
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