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Ive had a few people message me asking about how I got a hold of my mental health issues. I'll try to keep it short, but there is a fair amount to discuss
Im bipolar with antisocial personality disorder. Ive been in the psych ward 5 times and in jail 5 times. Ive been on paxil and divalproex for 21 years, doc wanted to put me on a benzo for anxiety but I flat out refused because I didnt want to become an addict. In 1999 I went through months of 15 hour a day panic attacks, extreme clinical depression and screaming voices in my head. I had panic attacks up until 2005 and overcame those. Ive now overcome Id say 98% of my anxiety and 98% of my depression. My meds are still the same.
Until 2018/19, I still had anxiety, TONS of anger, violent thoughts, suicidal thoughts and a really bad head space. I was close to ending it but thanks to my mom working with me, I came to realize food was the root of my problems. My food choices directly lead to anger, anxiety, borderline panic, insomnia, fatigue and a generally shitty outlook on life. I also incorporated a steady dose of supplements (pics of them in here) and a lot of self cognitive therapy and talking to my mom. Im not embarrassed to say without her Id easily be dead.
I went from eating A LOT of fast food, chocolate, sugar and processed garbage, along with gallons of pop to where I am now. These days its only chicken, rice, various frozen vegetables, oatmeal (sparingly), blueberries, a shitoad of water, lactose free cheese, ghee, that pink salt. Those are my every day foods (well not the cheese). If I want I will have a couple gluten free waffles here and there, once a week I amy have a pint of lactose free, sugar free ice cream, oh and i have 2 cups of black coffee per day. I could write a thousand times how important food and the impact on my life is and it wouldnt be enough.
Another major issue with food is histamine causing and histamine containing foods. If you google those you will find lots of info. For me, and many people apparently, when the body is overloaded with too much histamine it causes an allergic type reaction which will feel exactly like high level anxiety and in some cases panic. For me I learned that pretty much all of my anxiety was caused by food. Food allergies themselves will cause the exact same symptoms. I have to carry an epi pen around with me now for food allergies--until 45 years old I was allergic to nothing. NOW, these histamine and allergy reactions will also affect the gut which in turn will have a massive effect on the brain, and thus your mental health and thoughts. The connection is absolutey massive.
Because the enteric nervous system relies on the same type of neurons and neurotransmitters that are found in the central nervous system, some medical experts call it our “second brain.” The “second brain” in our gut, in communication with the brain in our head,
As far as self cognitive therapy, my issues were mainly in overcoming anger and low self esteem. It took A LOT to realize how meaningless what other people say about me or to me is. I also realize for what I want in life, I have an exceptionally great life, freedom to do anything I want. Im completely at peace with myself, and with that came the realization that I just dont care what other people say or think, as long as Im happy. With that the anger actually went away quite quickly. Also, I have a very low stress life, no kids, no debt, no payments no boss, just me. This is also a big key to my mental health improvement. If I do have a bit of a stressful situation I have adopted saying to myself "What Makes Sense"--as in what do I do that makes the most sense to deal with this situation, and all the time there is a sensible solution. Everything in my life is built to accomodate how I can best function day to day and stay mentally stable. I recognize where I cant go, who I cant talk to and what I cant do.
For me, this basically sums up how I went from a nutbar angry vindictive toolbox to a calm, just dont care as long as Im happy person.
Anyways, ask absolutely anything if you want. Im very upfront with my answers
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Good post.
Like you i learned to not worry about others opinions and not let things bother me. That changed my life completely.
Low stress life, not worrying about money, not having toxic people in your life and dealing with things on a base level are all key.
When something bad happens i always think "can i do anything about it right now"? If i can, then i act on it, if i can't i just let it go. Holding onto things will rot your mind and well being.
I've always eaten well, but for me it was the caffeine that was making my anxiety go up. I learned that i am very sensitive to stimulants.
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Good post.
Like you i learned to not worry about others opinions and not let things bother me. That changed my life completely.
Low stress life, not worrying about money, not having toxic people in your life and dealing with things on a base level are all key.
When something bad happens i always think "can i do anything about it right now"? If i can, then i act on it, if i can't i just let it go. Holding onto things will rot your mind and well being.
I've always eaten well, but for me it was the caffeine that was making my anxiety go up. I learned that i am very sensitive to stimulants.
thats awesome, what a great approach
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amazing what healthy food can do. Good job, josh
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amazing what healthy food can do. Good job, josh
thanks
Myself and some others firmly believe that food and supplements could help alleviate a large % of mental health issues. They serve absolute garbage in the psych ward, its no wonder no one gets well. The only way to really get better is to take charge of it yourself and have a solid support. It's tough out there for people with mental health issues
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quite the battle that you appear to be winning.
good for you sir!
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thats awesome, what a great approach
Yeah man, i was in a bad place for about 12 years. Learned a lot about myself.
For me it was mainly not realizing that i could control my anxiety, when most of the time i was making it worse. Also, i had to get rid of a lot of toxic/negative friends.
Learning to "let go" can take a while, but damn it feels so much better not to carry a burden all the time.
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quite the battle that you appear to be winning.
good for you sir!
thanks so much :)
I forgot to add that I dont drink alcohol, dont smoke and I quit weed, although if weed or shrooms works for people I am a fan of it
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Yeah man, i was in a bad place for about 12 years. Learned a lot about myself.
For me it was mainly not realizing that i could control my anxiety, when most of the time i was making it worse. Also, i had to get rid of a lot of toxic/negative friends.
Learning to "let go" can take a while, but damn it feels so much better not to carry a burden all the time.
learning to let go was soooooooooooo hard. All I wanted was revenge and to get the last word
When that doesnt matter anymore its staggering how different a person feels, both physically and mentally
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Kudos gentlemen, it takes major balls to overcome something like this and respect to you for sharing your findings with us!
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Josh, have you looked into omega 3, omega 6 and omega 9?
I read that they are all essential fatty acids. I think it is only omega 3, which the body cannot generate on its own.
I am trying to get all 3 (3-6-9) myself, but it is a bit difficult sometimes.
I buy omega 3 pills because they are cheap and then I supplement with other foods that contain omega 6 or omega 9 such as sunflower oil, various types of nuts.
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Josh, have you looked into omega 3, omega 6 and omega 9?
I read that they are all essential fatty acids. I think it is only omega 3, which the body cannot generate on its own.
I am trying to get all 3 (3-6-9) myself, but it is a bit difficult sometimes.
I buy omega 3 pills because they are cheap and then I supplement with other foods that contain omega 6 or omega 9 such as sunflower oil, various types of nuts.
I go just 3 cause 6 is in a lot of foods and 9 is non essential
3 is the big deal in brain function and helps joints and overall feeling better, plus I dont eat much fish which is wehre 3 comes from
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learning to let go was soooooooooooo hard. All I wanted was revenge and to get the last word
When that doesnt matter anymore its staggering how different a person feels, both physically and mentally
Yup, i used to seek revenge and always want to be the final say. I'd stay up at night thinking of ways to get back at people, even for petty stuff.
Today i could care less. Someone would have to really mess with me to get a reaction, but i'm sure it's still possible. ;D
At work i've had people make comments about how calm i am all the time. My last job the owner didn't understand how i was always calm in stressful situations. 5 years earlier i would have been a stressed out mess like him. When i worked in O&G it was built on stress and some people fed off it.
My GF has only seen me get upset once and that was after a long day of drinking, which i rarely do. I think me being chilled out helps her too, because she's been getting better about anxiety as well. Her family stresses her out all the time.
I don't take meds anymore. Been off them for almost 2 years.
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Dude... you posted you been in the psych ward 5 times and in jail 5 times. You trying to summon the demon?
Here comes ESFitness to let us all know how he out did you there. :D
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Dude... you posted you been in the psych ward 5 times and in jail 5 times. You trying to summon the demon?
Here comes ESFitness to let us all know how he out did you there. :D
oh he went down that road years ago before some of my bannings. Clearly stated how soft canadian jails are and how i wouldnt survive where he was
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oh he went down that road years ago before some of my bannings. Clearly stated how soft canadian jails are and how i wouldnt survive where he was
Oh... the legend grew. (In his own mind). From meeting celebrities at urinals, to opening airplane doors midflight, to sewing himself up with guitar string, etc....
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tough going,
not many would have made it through
respect pal...
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Dude... you posted you been in the psych ward 5 times and in jail 5 times. You trying to summon the demon?
Here comes ESFitness to let us all know how he out did you there. :D
Hahahahaahaa! Brilliant ;D
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tough going,
not many would have made it through
respect pal...
thanks man
dont electrocute yourself :D
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Anyways, ask absolutely anything if you want. Im very upfront with my answers
Have you ever or do you have a folic acid deficiency?
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Have you ever or do you have a folic acid deficiency?
fuck off
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one thing
you were happier when not posting on here
just a thought
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fuck off
LOL
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LOL
:D :D
one important thing I forgot to add is I have zero fear of death. To me Im on bonus time, I should have been gone at 35, this is all golden now, and when my time comes, whether it s 30 minutes or 30 years, Im completely fine with it and actually look forward to see if its a dirt nap or something els
oh the reason I added this is I believe fearing death is a huge instigator of anxiety and depression
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:D :D
one important thing I forgot to add is I have zero fear of death. To me Im on bonus time, I should have been gone at 35, this is all golden now, and when my time comes, whether it s 30 minutes or 30 years, Im completely fine with it and actually look forward to see if its a dirt nap or something else
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Glad you turned things around my friend..........stay on that path.
Anxiety, anger, and depression are monsters for sure.
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learning to let go was soooooooooooo hard. All I wanted was revenge and to get the last word
When that doesnt matter anymore its staggering how different a person feels, both physically and mentally
Sounds like a good time for me to kick you while you’re down.
Fatass...
(Joking)
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Sounds like a good time for me to kick you while you’re down.
Fatass...
(Joking)
ITS ABOUT GODDAMN TIME :D :D :D
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ITS ABOUT GODDAMN TIME :D :D :D
I’m mailing Matt C a bus pass, $200, a penis measuring tape, and your home address.
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I’m mailing Matt C a bus pass, $200, a penis measuring tape, and your home address.
jokes on you. Buses quit coming here a few years back. Everyone hates Regina
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jokes on you. Buses quit coming here a few years back. Everyone hates Regina
Jokes on you....the $200 was for an Uber and Matt hates Vagina.
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Jokes on you....the $200 was for an Uber and Matt hates Vagina.
Lolollllll
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Lolollllll
I need to go back and find some of the polls Chaos and FitnessFrenzy started to see whether you or I should be banned.
I understand Chaos doing that, because he’s got a very low intellect, even for a homosexual, obese, diabetic, cankled skinhead. I never understood why FitnessFrenzy stayed so mad just because I fucked his wife. It’s not like I really wanted to fuck her...she asked to be added to the shitpipe list.
This place has really gone to shit lately. 🤣
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You wrote: "As far as self cognitive therapy, my issues were mainly in overcoming anger and low self esteem. It took A LOT to realize how meaningless what other people say about me or to me is."
If we apply this to things you post about other people then we should realize how meaningless what you say is? Why do some people annoy you and cause you to post hateful things?
You still get pissed off with some people even if they don't argue or debate with you.
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You wrote: "As far as self cognitive therapy, my issues were mainly in overcoming anger and low self esteem. It took A LOT to realize how meaningless what other people say about me or to me is."
If we apply this to things you post about other people then we should realize how meaningless what you say is? Why do some people annoy you and cause you to post hateful things?
You still get pissed off with some people even if they don't argue or debate with you.
So you equate how I am on here with how I am in real life? You have literally no clue what I'm like in person, and that's what counts. What I act like on here has zero reflection on my real life persona. I'm not pissed off at anyone, and thinking I am on the internet is ridiculous.
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Glad you turned things around my friend..........stay on that path.
Anxiety, anger, and depression are monsters for sure.
Wanna fight? :D :D
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I am proud of you Josh!!! Look out for sulphites in food too. They cause a lot of allergies. Asthma, itching and difficulty breathing.
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Lots of sensitivity to foods. I used to joke that itching powder was put in the laundry. I did have a few episodes of itchy ankles. Found out I was sensitive to some washing powders! 77 years with no problem then itching.
Credit to Josh for turning his life around. Let us hope he will be good from now on! LOL at the name 'evacnam'... mancave backwards.
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I am proud of you Josh!!! Look out for sulphites in food too. They cause a lot of allergies. Asthma, itching and difficulty breathing.
Thanks, I had no idea about that
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I am proud of you Josh!!! Look out for sulphites in food too. They cause a lot of allergies. Asthma, itching and difficulty breathing.
Stay away from heroin too.
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Anyways, ask absolutely anything if you want. Im very upfront with my answers
Have you ever or do you have a folic acid deficiency?
fuck off
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Im challenging your call :D
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Wanna fight? :D :D
You fixed yourself ,I`m still broken and fucked up............I`d kill you !! lol ;D
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You fixed yourself ,I`m still broken and fucked up............I`d kill you !! lol ;D
:D :D
we would test the theory can a fat scared man outrun an angry older in shape man
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we would test the theory can a fat scared man outrun an angry older in shape man
You funny bastard!! lol ;D