Day 3 of Meds (Lexapro and Xanax), Going pretty well

I know some of the big things that I worried about were side effects.

I'm really not feeling too many side effects, as listed in the drug pamphlets I was given, maybe a slight headache that has been associated with Lexapro, but its so small its hardly worth mentioning.

Also, I don't really feel out of it due to the Xanax.

As a whole, I do feel affected, kind of more relaxed, no real spikes or Panic attacks to speak of.. BUT I also am not pushing my boundaries nor working on my cognitive therapy tasks either. I'm sure we're going to get this medicine working against my tendency to have anxiety soon enough.

As far as depression, I really don't feel half bad in that regard... and I think it has to do with hope. I actually have some hope that this is going to get better. The ole placebo effect, because the Lexapro, as an SSRI, needs to build in your system for awhile before you begin to feel a difference.

But anyways, a report from day 3.. I am getting good rest, and spikes are down and almost non existent (again, not pushing any limits either) I even remained calm for the CENSUS lady.. and that is very irritating to me. Having our government need my name, birthday, address and everything else is way too invasive. Look, constitution says you get to COUNT. Here's the count here. ONE! BYE. But I digress.

Very hopeful that after I get these meds into my system, get my chemical balances a little more stable, that I can begin to get out and rebuild my life.

I am a complete advocate for getting off your ass and getting help! And I refused for 13 or more years, so believe me when I say, I was wrong. Don't let yourself get this far. There is no reason to live with these terrible feelings. Just asking and getting started is an enormous load off your shoulders and alone will make you feel lighter and hopeful.

Ciao for now.