tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post4510834045084869374..comments2023-09-22T10:33:09.590-07:00Comments on Snacking Squirrel: Tea TherapyKelsey Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15880426389321835449noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-11143180388107601522011-07-29T23:16:58.371-07:002011-07-29T23:16:58.371-07:00Have you ever tried taking SAM-E? It really helps...Have you ever tried taking SAM-E? It really helps with depression, niacin does really well too. <br />I saw this great movie called Food Matters. It was all about how food effects our system's balance. There was one doctor in this movie who was saying that he treats depression of his patients with Niacin.Tatiannahttp://www.lovingfit.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-8512741027600565572011-05-15T10:52:25.249-07:002011-05-15T10:52:25.249-07:00Hi, nice to be acquainted.
Great work and clicks, ...Hi, nice to be acquainted.<br />Great work and clicks, very healthy food too.<br />Many thanks for your visit ♥Ana Powellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06207536335996545519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-9493814525474202402011-01-06T17:07:05.778-08:002011-01-06T17:07:05.778-08:00So sorry to hear that your going through a rough s...So sorry to hear that your going through a rough spot. That's how we learn though what our bodies need. If we need medicine to get out of bed, than that's what we have to do. <br />I only hope that your days get happier :)Kristihttp://www.eatdrinkloveandexercise.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-631301692554137582011-01-06T08:02:00.001-08:002011-01-06T08:02:00.001-08:00I personally think that taking medication gets a b...I personally think that taking medication gets a bad wrap. Sometimes I feel that it is necessary. If it helps someone get or feel better and is not hurting that person, then why not? <br /><br />There is nothing wrong with wanting to be happy. (o:Jeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14034154939064403547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-71938891100480511112011-01-05T23:24:46.579-08:002011-01-05T23:24:46.579-08:00hope you feel better girl! that sweet potato pictu...hope you feel better girl! that sweet potato picture is pretty funny :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-60684919402278981592011-01-05T21:11:14.756-08:002011-01-05T21:11:14.756-08:00hey girl, i am so sorry to hear about the worsenin...hey girl, i am so sorry to hear about the worsening depression. i have been dealing with some mood swing/depression-type things as well, and i totally agree with you - at some point, i'd like to just stop thinking about how i can modify food/diet/supplements etc in order to improve my mood and just get on with life... for me personally i have stopped trying to correlate my food with my mood because as much as i know a lot of that is scientifically based, i know that worrying about food in and of itself causes me stress. so i just try to eat healthily, eat what im craving (usually healthy foods), and not think so much about what i eat. have you thought about seeking out a therapist / psychotherapy? that can help a lot.Natalie @ cinnamonbumshttp://cinnamonbums.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-42412374188768365302011-01-05T21:06:56.776-08:002011-01-05T21:06:56.776-08:00I've been there and it's no way to live. :...I've been there and it's no way to live. :o(<br /><br />This may seem wholly inappropriate and you can completely choose to ignore me. But do you adhere to any particular faith? In my darkest moments prayer was the only thing that got me through.Karen (Toronto Girl West)https://www.blogger.com/profile/05970472837567487554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-85133618206160967122011-01-05T18:53:19.770-08:002011-01-05T18:53:19.770-08:00Sorry to hear all this, Kelsey. You're such a...Sorry to hear all this, Kelsey. You're such a vibrant person! We all love you and you love yourself..happiness is bound to come from all that lovin! :) Even sweet potatoes love you- look at that heart!Maryhttp://bitesandbliss.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-40362484976048424012011-01-05T18:52:14.253-08:002011-01-05T18:52:14.253-08:00Keep fighting, my dear! I know you will do what...Keep fighting, my dear! I know you will do what's right for your body, whatever that is (and it may change with time, too). Maybe your increased depression also has to do with the season? Many people have SAD, and I can definitely attest to feeling down in the winter, as well. Anyway, I think which ever remedy you choose, things are going to get a lot better. No matter what, you will always have me (and the other memebers of this wonderful blogshere community) to talk to if you would like. And maybe for now, you can have sweet potatoes as a treat. That might actually might make them more special, therefore making you happier. I know sweet potatoes definitely make me happy (I'm actually eating one as I type this.) <br /><br />Good luck, huni! Your honesty is truly refreshing. Have a lovely day! <br />xox <br /><br />P.S. Yoga will make you happy, too :). If I could, I would fly there right now and practice with you.Mandieehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01082550569165255745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-89816486514749641902011-01-05T18:19:06.474-08:002011-01-05T18:19:06.474-08:00I think you;re doing a wonderful job fighting this...I think you;re doing a wonderful job fighting this the all-natural way. <br /><br />You really do have to do what's best for YOU so that you live your best life. I'm a strong advocate for drug-less therapies, but no body knows better than you on how to best treat this. Best of luck in whatever you choose. You have all of us here routing for you to have a wonderful, satisfying life!!Kenzie @ A Healthy Purposehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05768326697368132656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-49494291214475963432011-01-05T17:01:17.889-08:002011-01-05T17:01:17.889-08:00You'll figure out the right combination of die...You'll figure out the right combination of diet and meds that help you live your life as you. I'm sure it's frustrating to go through all the trial and error, but you are strong and will figure it out. And like others have said - maybe a sweet potato (not 5 - 7) here and there will go a long way to help you out?Marianne (frenchfriestoflaxseeds)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04164021241806320844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-20818069061099736232011-01-05T16:12:55.500-08:002011-01-05T16:12:55.500-08:00ok. i've been reading your blog for days now a...ok. i've been reading your blog for days now and love it! after reading this post (and now knowing how similiar we are) i was asking myself if you've ever tried homeopathy? and not in a "yes-i-took-homeopathic-medicine-but-it-didn't-work-out" way but in a way u tried to understand hiw homeopathy really works! I had the luck (and still do) to have a very good homeopath ( a woman btw) because I started getting depressions and a lot of self-issues 2 years ago. and .. wouh, i know how it feels when u Suddenly wake up and OMG you don't see anything great in life (I wasn't thinking about suicide or so but i just lost the feeling for life meaning I ... forgot about aaall the beauty in life and nature!! ) everything's grey. You feel ugly and alone. I went to her and the 1st question she asked me was how I felt or how I was doing and this was the first time I recognized I really had an issue with myself and I tried hard not to cry about my true answer to This simple question "how do you feel?" <br />You really seem to do a lot of research about things that might help you (and you're also a little "health"-obsessed but that's perfectly fine (; )so why don't you do more research on homepathy? It helped me and I still (I'm not talking bullshit) sometimes cannot believe how strong I became and I'm so thankful that I feel that way. so so much. (cause I know it's not as a matter of course!)<br /><br />best wishes and let us know if you found out more about homeopathy and if you like the way homeopathy works ( err yes, I somehow seem to like saying that word ,haha)<br />amarylis (yes, this is really one of my names)<br /><br />excuse my middle-rate english (:Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-49369906490401335232011-01-05T16:02:45.412-08:002011-01-05T16:02:45.412-08:00Aww Kelsey I'm sorry about what you're goi...Aww Kelsey I'm sorry about what you're going through. I, too, would rather not be on medication, but I'm sticking with it because I'd rather be happy than unhappy. And if you don't get any negative side effects from the medication, what's the harm, right? Keep us posted on how things go! And feel free to email me if you ever want to talk. :)Chelseahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15289244603202658212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-17794504244535998572011-01-05T13:35:13.519-08:002011-01-05T13:35:13.519-08:00I love your robe! You are so dang cute. Yay for sw...I love your robe! You are so dang cute. Yay for sweet potatoes. :)Kelsey @ Clean Teen Kelseyhttp://cleanteenkelsey.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-13392541149139584852011-01-05T13:13:52.333-08:002011-01-05T13:13:52.333-08:00Take care aweetie - a big cup of warm tea sounds l...Take care aweetie - a big cup of warm tea sounds like a great way to start the day too xxLisa (bakebikeblog)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14802600386274518441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-88649317345468938552011-01-05T13:13:45.057-08:002011-01-05T13:13:45.057-08:00Hang in there- each day is a new opportunity, and ...Hang in there- each day is a new opportunity, and every day might feel different. <br />On a lighter note, I happen to think your grilled wrap turned out quite prettily!Merihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08423593911232228585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-36712632594407817162011-01-05T11:52:07.643-08:002011-01-05T11:52:07.643-08:00Once again, I wish you could find a way to live wi...Once again, I wish you could find a way to live without them simply because I want to believe I can. I know many people can't live a happy life without help. I may very well be one of them. I see what medication has done to my family members. I know that I am angled toward addiction and dependence. I want to live with the mind I was given even if it folds in on itself. I have to trick my mind, keep it going with books and essays to avoid what it want to think about. Of course, I can't do much to avoid it going at night...but I guess it's a compromise. I know all people are different. I hope you find what you are looking for. The journey never really seems to end or find a resting place. Maybe you will find that place. If you do, tell me how it is. heh.Kittiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02588179420915924255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-87782045240025555922011-01-05T11:45:13.706-08:002011-01-05T11:45:13.706-08:00clicked on your blog as i'm sitting here sippi...clicked on your blog as i'm sitting here sipping tulsi myself :) i'm so sorry your going through this. kelsey have you heard of the supplement 5HTP? ive heard only positive things from it and take it myself with noticeable improvements- email me girl, feel betterAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-77424043143785217522011-01-05T11:24:07.793-08:002011-01-05T11:24:07.793-08:00Have you tried 5-HTP? I'm currently taking it...Have you tried 5-HTP? I'm currently taking it, for about 2 weeks now. It was either that or zoloft. If it doesn't work I have to take the zoloft. I believe you are probably following the advice of your doctor or naturopath so you should stick to what ever they recommend is best for you.<br />I hope you feel better soon!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-2116215083947261062011-01-05T10:27:17.771-08:002011-01-05T10:27:17.771-08:00Although I'm sure that taking med's is no ...Although I'm sure that taking med's is no fun, living life feeling sad is worse, I think. Hope that you feel more like yourself real soon, hun!Kristahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14597868827300760281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-72922690234262870392011-01-05T10:15:18.849-08:002011-01-05T10:15:18.849-08:00Hey love,
Sorry to hear you're not doing well....Hey love,<br />Sorry to hear you're not doing well. I too have struggled with the idea of taking medications, but remember that depression is a disease, just like diabetes, or even cancer. If you had any of these illnesses, would you not take medication, even though you know it would make you feel better? I know its hard to accept, especially since there is such a stigma surrounding mental disorders, but like you said, you deserve to get out there and live your life to the fullest! <br /><br />I hope you feel better soon! <br /><br /><3 Meg<br /><br />p.s. what a cute heart-shaped potato!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-39736576057262013852011-01-05T10:11:00.663-08:002011-01-05T10:11:00.663-08:00I am a HUGE fan of tea therapy. In fact, I will re...I am a HUGE fan of tea therapy. In fact, I will reccomend to you my favorite tea: Yogi Kombucha Green Tea. This brand tastes great AND comes with an uplifting phrase with each tea bag. It's uplifting and nourishing :)<br /><br />I hate taking medications, too. There have been days that I refuse to take it because I can't handle putting one more unnatural substance into my body. However, I know I need to try to be compliant so that I can become healthier, so I take those suckers daily. Even if I don't want to.Red Deceptionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18069669930198240317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-65473239193438428552011-01-05T10:08:55.181-08:002011-01-05T10:08:55.181-08:00Do whatever is right for YOU! Life is too short! ...Do whatever is right for YOU! Life is too short! :) And I didn't know about the sweet potato/serotonin connection... neat!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-43694944199507072962011-01-05T10:01:16.646-08:002011-01-05T10:01:16.646-08:00I'm sorry that your depression is creeping bac...I'm sorry that your depression is creeping back on you! I have never been diagnosed as depressed, but it was definitely a symptom of my hypothyroidism which was just discovered a few months ago. Medication makes the world of difference, and I also hate taking meds as well. I don't even want to think about what I would feel like if I stopped taking my medication for my thyroid every day! Hang in there!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4726291072122833610.post-71243060987426088442011-01-05T09:16:22.221-08:002011-01-05T09:16:22.221-08:00Ah...hang in there!
Maybe do a little fruit or li...Ah...hang in there! <br />Maybe do a little fruit or like ONE sweet potato (not 8? LOL) <br /><br />You can stick it out. <br />~MissyMissyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12394509972095129618noreply@blogger.com