Nova3189 Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Hello all: The quote above in the subject line, was said to me by a therapist years ago. I was indeed a supernova in the truest sense. Over the years people started called me Nova. Much more familiar, intimate, wouldn't you say? I'm bipolar II with rapid cycling. Current meds: Lexapro, Lamictal, risperidone (PRN), Ambien. I've had two suicide attempts, and subsequently two hospitalizations in the past 9 years. I came uncomfortably close this past week to checking myself in. For those inquiring minds that want to know why I didn't go to the hosp., it was actually the $4,000 deductible plus any excess that I would owe after it was all said and done. It pretty much woke me up. I had to figure out other ways to cope. Risperidone has helped immensely with the anxiety, which had been off the charts. And paranoia. I don't know about you but I can't remember when I've had this much fun. I'm starting to eat healthy. I know if I start the biggie eating I won't stop. So no sugar, no salty stuff, no McDonald's French Fries!!! Waah!! Ok the sleepy meds are kicking in. I've fallen asleep twice already in typing this so for now, ciao! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hagar Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Welcome! And good night! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix_Rising Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Hello and Welcome to Crazyboards! If you haven't already done so, please take a few moments to read the User Agreement. Eating more healthy is a great thing to do for yourself. I've been on the "let's get healthy" train myself. Please don't hesitate to contact a staff member if you have questions or concerns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olga Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Welcome to Crazyboards! olga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova3189 Posted March 24, 2014 Author Share Posted March 24, 2014 Thank you for the welcomes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7up Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 I loved your short intro about your therapist statement! Mine told me that I was a mountain... with frollicking bunnies... and that I held things in until I exploded like a volcano. (My inference was that I killed frollicking bunnies, and that's what has stuck with me all these years.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova3189 Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 I loved your short intro about your therapist statement! Mine told me that I was a mountain... with frollicking bunnies... and that I held things in until I exploded like a volcano. (My inference was that I killed frollicking bunnies, and that's what has stuck with me all these years.) Thanks! Funny how we both paid money to be compared to forces of nature lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintalto Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Welcome, I hope you enjoy yourself here and find the support you need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova3189 Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 Welcome, I hope you enjoy yourself here and find the support you need. Thanks! So far so good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Hi, and welcome. I like the metaphor you used in your intro.. although it doesn't sound like much fun. No therapist has compared me to anything like that! (..yet) I hope you make yourself comfy here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova3189 Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 Hi, and welcome. I like the metaphor you used in your intro.. although it doesn't sound like much fun. No therapist has compared me to anything like that! (..yet) I hope you make yourself comfy here. Thanks so much! I just read some of your interesting blog! Yay for supportive moms! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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