Originally Posted by The_Jazz

ellie, I'll spoil the surprise for you; I don't believe in magic. It would be nice, but it just doesn't exist. I'm not saying science and medicine have all the answers, but they do have some solutions for most people. But I don't blame you at all for trying. The opposite, in fact. I think you're pretty brave for putting this out here and discussing it.

And I did recognize your sarcasm for what it was, but I thought that it was important to respond again.

I've been here something like 7 years and seen all the dirty laundry as well as this place at its shining best. TFP is a bit like putty - most folks here are slightly cracked or chipped and they're looking for something. You're likely to find someone who maybe hasn't been through something exactly the same but maybe similar. Or knows someone who did. At the very least, you're going to find that the majority of folks who respond here put thought into their responses before hitting the post button. Those that don't usually don't last too long.

Anyway, I hope I haven't derailed this too much or demoralized you. If nothing else, please keep us updated!

Originally Posted by TheCrimsonGhost

Hahaha, someone has a vendetta against me apparently. ellie, I never said you should go off your meds without talking to your doctor first and obviously weening off them, I simply said they are poison and not doing you any good in the long run, which is fact to anyone who isn't ignorant. As far as spiritual teachings, I practice a form of eastern spiritualism that has nothing to do with any of the pseudo religions mentioned by The Jazz, or any religion really, and if you would like more info or some places you can do some reading, feel free to PM me and I will give you some links, but to avoid anymore unwarranted flames, I will keep them to myself til you ask.

Originally Posted by Cimarron29414

Ghost,

There are people whose physiology is such that their brains do not produce the chemicals needed for proper function. It is how their body is constructed and there is no amount of meditation which will fix that.

I don't pretend to know ellie's medical history and won't make recommendations on her medication levels. I've known several wonderful humans who were bipolar and without ANY medication, they could not function. Your categorically stating that all pharmaceuticals are poison is completely irresponsible and, to use your word, ignorant.

ellie, all I have to offer is support. Be honest with your mate, as he deserves accurate status updates as to your feelings. It will be easier on both of you if he truly understands what's going on inside of you. I'll bet you will be pleasantly surprised at the support you get.