okay but but starting ssri’s have been life changing for me!!! I don’t remember a time in my life where I didn’t have anxiety 👀 I have been so afraid of taking antidepressants but finally decided to just go for it & i’m so glad I did i’ve been taking Celexa 20 mg daily for my anxiety & WOW it is so quiet in my brain now and it has uplifted my mood so much!! Huge Misconceptions I had about about SSRI’s: - it makes you crazy ..... nope.. I feel so balanced - you don’t feel anything..... nah, I just don’t feel unnecessary stress anymore - i’ll have to be on it forever.... definitely not! i’m planning on weaning off of it after Graduation in December - antidepressants will change my personality... I feel SO alive idk why I thought this positive side effects: 1) having a positive mood / mindset :) 2) higher energy levels & easier to start difficult tasks 3) regulated mood 4) no panic attacksssss 5) lessened feelings of anxiety Not-so-nice side effects: 1) loss of appetite 2) heat-sensitive / more sweaty 3) trouble sleeping (sometimes) 4) lower alcohol tolerance— makes me fall asleep lol 5) feeling thirsty all the time (but i’ve been drinking more water so thats good) I always want to be fully transparent on here. I’m not a doctor & am not recommending this medication. Everyone’s body is different, what works for one may not work for someone else. However, if you have been thinking about starting a medication... I highly recommend you have a chat with your doctor to see whats right for you. There is nothing wrong with taking medication, especially if you are struggling. I see you, I hear you, & I will always encourage you to do what’s best for YOU. If you have any questions, please leave them below❤️ Sending you alllllll my love!!!