What to do?
July 22, 2008 11:05am
Dear DS friends, I'm sure you know that I am having marital problems. I talked with my brother yesterday and he advised me to …
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About Me
I am a married woman (43)Ohio, with one biological child, and three evil stepchildren. I have had depression for many years, but a new job pushed me over my limit. I have been diagnosed with Bipolar II disorder. I am currently not working. I also self-abused myself by burning-I used a very hot curling iron (but not anymore). Had 2 suicide attempts-spent two different weeks in the psych ward-was an interesting experience-actually made some friends, mostly just very boring.
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I enjoy working in my yard and laying out in the sun. I have 3 dogs and 1 cat that love me unconditionally. I also work with stained glass, I am just a student but I do enjoy it. I love the outdoors and the beauty of God's creation. I am a Christian and I am clinging to God right now. I was so busy before I stopped working that my hobbies and interests kind of dried up. I need to rediscover myself.
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I think divorce is on the horizon
July 17, 2008 4:53pm
Dear DS friends, I wrote in one of my previous journals about my husband's and my sexual problems. He has gone way over the …
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I asked God to bless you As I prayed for you today. To guide you and protect you As you go along your way... His love is always with you, His promises are true, And when we give Him all our cares You know He will see us through. So when the road you're traveling on Seems difficult at best, Just remember I'm here praying And God will do the rest~Love ,Maria
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If your burdens are too heavy to bear, release them on the wings of a prayer. Put your faith in the Father above, and let Him soothe you with His love. If you go to Him with an open heart, your worries and cares will swiftly depart. Though all of your troubles won't be solved, He'll give you strength until the problem's resolved. As long as He knows that you're trying your best, He'll lend you a hand to take care of the rest~Love,Maria
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girl just letting you k now that im praying and i love ya..hang in there
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Thinking of you my friend and letting you know how much I care~Love,Maria
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We may not always realize that every thing we do, affects not only our lives but touches others, too! For a little bit of thoughtfulness that shows someone you care, creates a ray of sunshine for both of you to share. Yes, every time you offer someone a helping hand... Every time you show a friend you care and understand... Every time you have a kind and gentle word to give... You help someone find beauty in this precious life we live. For happiness brings happiness and loving ways bring love; And Giving is the treasure that contentment is made of.~ Love ,Maria
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Close Bipolar Disorder
Was diagnosed Bipolar 10/2006, had 2 overdose attempts since 11/2006. Haven't worked since.I burned myself when I felt really stresed, am afraid to leave my house, don't answer the phone or door. Want to retreat to the basement. Feel scared most of the time. I have a lot of ups and downs, and I still feel suicidal frequently.
Treatments
- Ativan Working / Worked
- This is really Klonipin but it doesn't show up on treatments.
- Lamictal Considering
- Am on so many different meds that I can't tell. Pdoc just raised it. Now I think it may have helped.
- Lithium Working / Worked
- I think the Lithium is working.
- Wellbutrin Working / Worked
- Seems to be working
Close Physical & Emotional Abuse
Was physically abused by my ex-husband for 16 years, am now remarried.
Treatments
- Leave Working / Worked
- Only wish I would have left sooner.
- Psychotherapy Not Working
- The therapists are so detached.
- Talking Somewhat Helpful
- Talking with others who have gone through the same thing seems to help.
Open Burns
When I get upset with myself, and feel like I want to be punished, I burn myself to feel better. I burned myself on my wrist/forearm and gave myself a very embarrassing scar in the shape of a cross. Now I burn myself somewhere where it won't show.
Open Parenting Teenagers (12-18)
I have 3 stepchildren-boy 20,twin girls 18, and my daughter 18. The stepchildren are very bad, the boy is hateful, disrespectful and no longer welcome in my home. The twins are going wild sexually, 1 living with a registered sex offender, the other having sex w/ a 28 year old man. My daughter-honor student, in band, accepted to nursing school.
Treatments
- Psychotherapy Not Working
- The stepchildren drive my husband and I insane.
Open Female Sexual Issues
My husband and I have sexual issues and I wanted to join this community to see if others have the same difficulties.
Open Breakups & Divorce
I was divorced after 16 long years of marriage.
Treatments
- Couples Counseling Not Working
- Did not work, X unwilling to go after 1 visit.
- Leave Working / Worked
- Best thing I did.
- Talking Working / Worked
- It helps to talk with others who have had similar experiences.
Open Families & Friends of Gays & Lesbians
My brother was gay and died of AIDS in 2000. Missing him dearly.
Open Child Support & Custody
My husband and I have been paying support for 2 girls who don't even live with their mother. She has made the girls into liars. She has convinced them to hate us. We are in the process of trying to get one of the girls emancipated, she is 18 and was expelled from school, which terminates support.
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