Finally feel like the symptoms of coming off Pristiq are fading - it has now been 10 days and I seem to be losing the mood swings, headaches and nausea.
I AM MED FREE! After 20+ years on psych meds. I know they help a lot of people but I never felt they helped me. A bonus is that my appetite is much lower as well.
Despite a recent setback, I am happier with my life than I have been for years. Also I am able to see the good side of everything. For instance, recently someone on this site said something vile and horrible to me (but also so ludicrous that it didn't get to me) and I realized it has freed me from all my self-imposed obligations to invest my time and energy here except for my own enjoyment and to talk to my friends here. I guess there is toxicity everywhere so why should I be surprised it's here too.
So if you notice I'm not taking the time to write responses to strangers anymore, that's why. Honestly I am so grateful. As the Stoics would say, the Obstacle is the Way. I'm going to find a volunteer job somewhere where my efforts are appreciated.