Challenges with medication

Many people who struggle with mental health can relate to the challenges that one faces with medications. Such was my experience on Sunday.

On Sundays, I would (when possible) make it for two back to back classes at the West End YMCA - Ashtanga Yoga, followed by Tai Chi. Yesterday,I woke up a little later in the morning than planned, and as such, was in a slight rush to make it for my last Sunday morning session (prior to leaving for this trip). I made it on time, and it was early through John's yoga class that I started to feel something weird - a strong overwhelming feeling of nausea. I knew what it was right off the bat - while rushing in the morning, I must have accidentally taken my morning medication twice. I've made this mistake before, so I am familiar with the feeling of nausea that accompanies doubling up on a Serotonin-Norepineephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI).

Realizing this, and experiencing it while working through a physically challenging yoga class was most strange. Instead of falling into a flow or rhythm, everything seemed all over the place. Both mind and body did not seem to be co-operating. It certainly was neither pleasurable nor comfortable. Many postures just felt like a struggle, and I found at times that I could not keep up. As such, I was forced to limit my attempts, just so I could make it through the class. When class ended, instead of sticking around for Tai Chi, I opted to head home.

In terms of productivity, much of the day was a write off. The timing for this was horrible, as I certainly have much to take care of this week before flying out on Friday.

One thing for certain - this week is going to be crazy busy and stressful. Hopefully I will not encounter any more similar curve balls!