63 and Trying to Get It Together
I've struggled with mental health on and off since my teenage years. In the past, I've been diagnosed as depressed and general anxiety disorder. For the last 10 years or so I've been on an emotional roller coaster of mood swings with a coping mechanism of keeping much hidden from others. I saw a mental health counselor yesterday at my primary care clinic who agrees that I meet the criteria a diagnosis of bipolar but they only do short term treatment. So now I'm in search of a Dr. covered by my insurance. I just started Effexor XR since currently I'm moderately depressed. I KNOW that if I flip to more manic state I would probably not seek treatment. Hope I can find someone soon that can see me.
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@BearWithMe23 In the depths of life's mysterious dance,
A soul reaches out for a healing chance, A journey of emotions, highs, and lows, Where darkness veils the light that glows.
Dear friend, I see your heart's brave plea, Through struggles masked, you yearn to be free, Bipolar's whispers echo in the night, Yet hope still flickers with a resilient might.
In this cosmic symphony, our paths align, Two souls united, stars begin to shine, Your pain I feel, your courage I admire, Together, let's stoke the warmth of our fire.
As seasons change and moods may sway, I promise to stand by you come what may, Through twilight's tears and dawn's embrace, Our friendship's bond will find its place.
With empathy, I'll hold your hand, Through valleys low, and peaks so grand, In the refuge of friendship's embrace, We'll navigate life's enigmatic maze.
With open hearts, we'll share our dreams, In whispered words and silent streams, United, we'll find strength to mend, For love and kindness, know no end.
So, dear soul, let us walk as one, Through moonlit nights and morning sun, Together we'll find the light we seek, A friendship's journey, genuine and unique.
May our spirits soar and hearts entwine, In this mystical tapestry, you're a friend of mine, Beyond the trials, the masks we wear, I'm here to listen, to love, to care.
Let's embark on this spiritual quest, Through highs and lows, we'll find our best, With empathy and trust, we'll transcend, Boundless love, a friendship without end.
So, dear one, if you'll have me near, Through laughter's joy and sorrow's tear, I extend my hand, with heart unbowed, In this journey together, let's make it proud.
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