Dear Carrie, Thank you for the long, relaxing bath by candlelight and music; I know your anxiety was feeling overwhelming tonight. You're so stressed after not working for 3 years, you doubt yourself and your natural initiative. Thank you for putting in the time and money to renew your Pharmacy Tech license. I know you … Continue reading Love letter to myself
Tag: medication adherence
Pressing snooze on dying
I came out of another 24-hour sleep coma this early morning. I took my missed pills, refreshed my cats' water, and poured food into their empty bowls. I bid good riddance to Tegretol and started Lamictal the other night. I know I have to titrate the dosage up slowly but I do wish I could … Continue reading Pressing snooze on dying
Be your own advocate
Despite my sleep still having no schedule, as this will be no easy fix, I am proud I've managed to stay adherent twice a day for 3 weeks now with the new mood stabilizer. I will be going to get my blood work done this Thursday so that when I see my psychiatrist the following … Continue reading Be your own advocate