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Posted by Kingfish on August 8, 2001, at 17:18:15
is named Henry and he keeps telling me to leave.
I am still cognizant enough to know that he really isn't there (except that I can see him) and that this is the beginning of yet another cycle, up, up, up. Then down, down, down.
At least it's not really self-destructive anymore - the last time I signed up for a bunch of astronomy sites. Miss Cleo came calling shortly thereafter. (Don't recall doing this at all).
Or, maybe it'll be nipped in the bud. The depression I felt coming on, stopped at a slight impression.
The cycling needs to stop, though. Back and forth, back and forth. It's lighter, but it's still there. Ug.
Posted by Willow on August 8, 2001, at 20:49:10
In reply to The ghost in my house..., posted by Kingfish on August 8, 2001, at 17:18:15
Kingfish
You are not alone are you. Talk to your husband. I would make an appointment with your psych to check about your meds. I'm not familiar with pb but do think that it can be controlled once the right combination of meds are found.
If you're feeling really uncomfortable ask your husband to bring you to the hospital and stay with you.
If I'm overconcerned, just tell me to relax.
Willow
Posted by Gracie2 on August 8, 2001, at 21:18:06
In reply to The ghost in my house..., posted by Kingfish on August 8, 2001, at 17:18:15
That's not Henry! That's LSD!
Posted by AMenz on August 8, 2001, at 23:54:40
In reply to Re: The ghost in my house..., posted by Gracie2 on August 8, 2001, at 21:18:06
Kingfish
You say you see the ghost. This may seem silly, but is it someone you see face to face or out of the corner of your eye, where your mind might be filling in the details.
Is it a benevolent presence?
Do you by any chance have an inner voice? Not a hallucination, but an internal voice that directs you or helps your. This is the same phenomenon that Socrates had (yes Socrates) He called it the Daemonium. It was a guiding benevolent voice that helped him makes decisions.
Any experience like this? The voice is obviously part of one's own consciousness. But experienced as somewhat separate.
I have had this experience all my life and considered it so routine that I was surprised several years ago when in discussing this with a friend who is into New Age I found out this was not a common phenomenon.
How are you feeling by the way. The post didn't sound like you were particularly upset nor that Henry was particularly upsetting. I hope not.
Best of all
A.
PS Thanks for your response about ADD in the med board.
Posted by Kingfish on August 9, 2001, at 7:39:50
In reply to Re: The ghost in my house..., posted by Willow on August 8, 2001, at 20:49:10
> Willow:
You're so sweet. I didn't mean to alarm anyone. Just talking aloud. These "visions" come and go. As long as I Can talk about them, I'm fine.
Better today - the meds are working some, as these episodes are getting very short. As long as I can sleep...
But they're not quite right, yet - it takes some time, I know.
Shouldn't be all bad, though. What if someone named Henry lived here before (it's an old house). And he wants to be left alone, to haunt the premises in quiet? You never know... ;)
- K.
Posted by Kingfish on August 9, 2001, at 7:41:45
In reply to Re: The ghost in my house..., posted by Gracie2 on August 8, 2001, at 21:18:06
who needs LSD when you're manic? :)
Posted by Kingfish on August 9, 2001, at 7:49:48
In reply to Re: The ghost in my house... Kingfish, posted by AMenz on August 8, 2001, at 23:54:40
AMenz:
Not silly questions at all - similar to some my pdoc had asked:
> >is it someone you see face to face or out of the corner of your eye, where your mind might be filling in the details.
> >I have seen things out of the corner of my eye, like Elvis dancing in the light socket (very odd), but these "meetings" are face to face. We can actually speak to each other.
> > Is it a benevolent presence?
He is not benevolent, he wants us to leave, but he is cetainly not evil.
> > Do you by any chance have an inner voice? Not a hallucination, but an internal voice that directs you or helps your. This is the same phenomenon that Socrates had (yes Socrates) He called it the Daemonium. It was a guiding benevolent voice that helped him makes decisions.
Any experience like this? The voice is obviously part of one's own consciousness. But experienced as somewhat separate.
I have had this experience all my life and considered it so routine that I was surprised several years ago when in discussing this with a friend who is into New Age I found out this was not a common phenomenon.
> >This is an interesting question. I don't think I have ever experienced this, though in a way, I can certainly see how it could help. :)
> > How are you feeling by the way. The post didn't sound like you were particularly upset nor that Henry was particularly upsetting. I hope not.
> >I'm feeling crummy physically from a new med or the flu, not sure which, but not terrible mentally. Thanks for asking.
> >PS Thanks for your response about ADD in the med board.
> >Certainly - I don't think I was much help, though. Please let us know what happens.
- K.
Posted by Willow on August 9, 2001, at 10:19:39
In reply to Re: The ghost in my house... » Willow, posted by Kingfish on August 9, 2001, at 7:39:50
Kingfish
You didn't scare me, I was just concerned for you if you hadn't experienced this before. I can remember the first time my vision got distorted from a fever, having someone (my mommy) there made all the difference. I know it isn't the same but I think a reassuring person does help.
Glad to hear that your meds are starting to help. My dad has shared some of his hallucinations with me, after the fact. He once saw a little alligator in a creek he was wading in. The alligator proceeded to say it was going to eat him. My dad laughed at it because it was only a couple inches long.
Myself on Valentine's day I saw a mirror image of my hubby's pretty blue eye floating beside his head. The doctor explained that it had to do with vascular stuff.
I became upset by the lsd comment and decided to call it a night. I guess if one isn't familiar with the tricks the mind can play when it isn't well can't fathom the reality of it. A bad trip with no drugs!
Whispering Willow
Posted by AMenz on August 11, 2001, at 0:24:01
In reply to Re: The ghost in my house..., posted by Willow on August 9, 2001, at 10:19:39
I am very intrigued by your experience with the ghost since I am intrigued by the paranormal. Have you discarded the possibility that this experience is something other than a psychiatric event.
Do you mind if I ask you a few questions. If you do not wish to answer because this subject is unpalatable, don't worry, I will understand.
Are there other signs that are associated with ghostly sightings. Ex., is the presence accompanied by a sudden drop in temperature, or does it make the hair in the back of your neck or your arms stand on end? These are reported if you read parasychological literature as common experiences in ghost sightings.
How does the ghost come and go. Does it explain who he is and why he wants you to leave?
I am asking because you did not sound scared, therefore, don/t think it's inappropriate to ask. Again, I don't want to offend.
> Kingfish
>
> You didn't scare me, I was just concerned for you if you hadn't experienced this before. I can remember the first time my vision got distorted from a fever, having someone (my mommy) there made all the difference. I know it isn't the same but I think a reassuring person does help.
>
> Glad to hear that your meds are starting to help. My dad has shared some of his hallucinations with me, after the fact. He once saw a little alligator in a creek he was wading in. The alligator proceeded to say it was going to eat him. My dad laughed at it because it was only a couple inches long.
>
> Myself on Valentine's day I saw a mirror image of my hubby's pretty blue eye floating beside his head. The doctor explained that it had to do with vascular stuff.
>
> I became upset by the lsd comment and decided to call it a night. I guess if one isn't familiar with the tricks the mind can play when it isn't well can't fathom the reality of it. A bad trip with no drugs!
>
> Whispering Willow
Posted by Kingfish on August 11, 2001, at 10:01:01
In reply to Re: The ghost in my house... Kingfish, posted by AMenz on August 11, 2001, at 0:24:01
Oh, heavens, it very, very difficult to offend me. :)
Well, I have to say the "normal" me, whoever that is, doesn't believe in ghosts, although apparently my sister does. :) But I have no problem with the concept of the paranormal. I certainly don't think that everyone who believes in that is a manic depressive.
I have only seen Henry sitting or standing in the back room without any knowledge of how he came there. I'm not scared by my sightings of strange things, as they have happened since I was young, but do distinctly seem to be related to manic episodes. But then I enjoy unusual experiences.
I haven't noticed any physical change with these delusions, such as a temperature drop, or hair standing up on end.
In addition to this, I see really funky things like Elvis dancing in a light socket, a Rasta man coming towards me spitting ephitats (I have no idea how to spell that, but would have before starting Prozac) which was reoccuring in the city.
Re: his explanations - no. There is more of a sense that he wants us to go. My guess has been that he wants to be left alone.
- K.
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