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Anyone else bipolar? Going through a depressive phase right now and it sucks.

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Made the mistake of dating a coworker (not in my same group but same floor). Trying to break things off as he is talking marriage and I do not feel the same. Any advice for an amicable/ civil breakup?

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I met a guy who is incredibly&sincerely nice. I got suspicious&I asked him why he was being nice to me. He got hurt/put off by the question. How do I fix this&has anyone else self-sabotage… more

A friend I've worked with and developed feelings for has fallen for another colleague. I'm crushed. I can't focus or concentrate on anything.

Did anyone have ECT? If so, did it affect your work in anyway afterwards ?

Trying to get over a 6yr relationship thats been on and off for 2 years. Its long distance, I put in all effort possible.Met someone really nice recently but they told me they want to see other people

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Has anyone tried Lexapro? What is it like starting antidepressants? I’m nervous that they’re going to make me tired, or that I’ll gain weight. Starting on 5mg this week, then probably 10mg next month.

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I have an overly clingy boyfriend. I care deeply for him and he’s very sweet but he constantly texts/calls. Any advice? I want him to get a hobby or something to distract him at least once a week...

This job has broken me. After another unexpected call from HR I can’t do this anymore. Never knew a place that once made me feel so loved could turn so cold the minute I am having a hard time

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Does anyone else struggle with codependency in the workplace? I find this environment (and specific people) to be significant enablers for me.

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Anyone else out there who’s spouse makes them feel worthless most days? I have got to get some kind of medication for this so I can keep working.

I've started doing meditation with this group called The 'Art of Living' in New York City, and it's honestly changed my life. Can't recommend it enough for dealing with the stresse… more

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I tried to get on anti-depressants in college. The doctor at student health said I wasn’t depressed enough, too high functioning, well-adjusted, etc. I didn’t want to argue, I was afraid of coming off… more

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Do you think that crying at work makes you look weak? Or so you think people are generally understanding? Battling some pretty intense depression right now 😔

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Performance reviews always have me feeling so demotivated. I feel I’m really doing a good job and the managers acknowledge this throughout the engagement but amnesia hits them during the review.

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I suddenly have 4-5 bumps on my stomach. They don’t itch or hurt - if I had to say, I’d say they are slightly tender if pushed. I’ve never had a food allergy... is this a stress thing?

I’ve been on disability since December. I’m leaving New York and moving to the west coast. I can be disabled there. I’ll take myself off of FB in a few days. I don’t belong here any more

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Brene Brown, BRAVING the wilderness
Download and listen. Helps put things into perspective.

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What do I do if I feel so depressed everyday cause of work? It feels so meaningless and I feel completely alone while I’m going through this

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I’m working through trauma therapy right now and its bringing up a lot for me. I’m afraid that I might have a flashback at work. Any suggestions for how to cope?

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I just started listening to the podcast called “The Adult Chair” and it’s fantastic!! I started from the beginning. I highly recommend it and just wanted to share!

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I recently started investing time in my hobbies and I feel like that’s a free therapy. If someone is feeling too anxious or depressed, I would recommend them to try painting, writing or swimming.

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I am overly stressed that my parents are visiting and staying with me for 5 weeks. Paid them for a cruise but still have 4 weeks. I am dreaded to live with them 4 weeks without social engagement cont&… more

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My new boyfriend has a daughter with his previous girlfriend and i can't help but feel bad about it. I feel like his daughter will always be more important than me and it makes me mad/sad. Advice?

Lately I am feeling my life is excessively hard on me. From a difficult childhood to loosing a parent at a you age was really disturbing. I am going through therapy and my doctor want me to take drugs

Has anyone ever started crying at work? How do you deal with this? My manager got upset at me for not working through work papers fast enough and I was on the verge of breaking down.

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Wanting to start therapy for social anxiety/depression but no idea where to start. Those that see a therapist, how often do you usually go? Ball park price range? Has anyone tried online therapists?

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First day back after busy season and I forgot about the rollercoaster that my mood is. I need mood stabilizers.

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Gonna be on a client for two more months and it stresses me out. Our senior quit, and we're treated like GDS from the main team. Probably even worse ,since we get no instructions at all. Cont.

Any tips with recovering from an eating disorder during busy season? Having a hard time dealing with eating every meal around my team. And the diet talk is super triggering

Anyone ever deal/dealing with severe physical symptoms of anxiety? Weakness, constant tension/pressure in back of head. All medical evaluations have come back normal. This makes no sense.

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What things or steps have you taken to improve self confidence? How long did it take you?

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How do I deal with depression? I’m so broken inside and I feel so overwhelmed with everything but I still have to go to work and perform.

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How to deal with a friend who has been going through a lot lately. Had a tough life, mental stability issues. I let her know I was there for her and we’ve been friends for years. Anything else I can d

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Are you a senior? Do you feel under appreciated and overstressed at your firm? Come to Baker Tilly Philly! Our leadership actually cares about you as a person. Hiring for public sector/higher ed!

Does anyone think that it’s wrong to just not need a lot of companionship? I have an SO, decent family members and I guess a few friends. And I really don’t feel the desire to surround myself with peo

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Has anyone tried an antidepressant that they like and felt was effective without big side effects? I’ve only been on Wellbutrin, but felt like it only worked 6 months. Now I’m curious about Valdoxan

Has anyone taken Prazosin for PTSD? I had to take it last summer and it helped me recover, but with tax season stress and new boyfriend stress, I just started it again today. I’m worried I’m cont

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