Posted by David Smith on August 16, 2003, at 22:43:17
In reply to Re: Recommendation, posted by Upshutter on August 14, 2003, at 3:24:47
> LOL. Yeah, but I barely have any energy at all. Any other suggestions?
Again, I have to suggest exercise. I was stumbling around in a haze with very low energy. At the time I was able to afford a personal trainer. It took a few weeks and a tug of war between me and the trainer but gradually my spirits lifted, my strength increased and my energy levels went through the roof! I felt 10 years younger (at least).
This was before I started medication. When I returned to work I decided to drop the workout sessions due to time constraints. I then turned to antidepressants which led to other psychotropic medication. It has now become a lifestyle for me. I am convinced if I had stayed on my exercise regimen I would not be on medication today.
If you cannot afford a personal trainer perhaps you might read a book on physical fitness or obtain advice from a knowledgeable friend. It is a worthwhile pursuit.
Finally, a significant number of symptoms are the result of a physical ailment or a lifestyle practice.
A thorough physical by a competent doctor and personal introspection may yield fruitful results.I don't mean to belittle what you are going through. It's just that I feel I no longer have the option of living drug free. If you can avoid the suffering so many of us are enduring, then perhaps my rant will have been worthwhile. If all else fails you have a fallback option. Blessings to you.
dave
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