I have been missing out on a lot lately… because of my fears that revolve around my body image. I have missed opportunities, or more often than not enjoyed them less than I feel I could have. This is a shame, and this is an example of how I continue to let these body image concerns hamper […]
The Caveman – Hidden levels of discontent (a Poem by Stephen)
Locking myself away, hoping for the world to quiet down. Hoping for a new body, or a new mind, or preferably both. The days blend into the doldrums of a windless ocean It is here I sit Looking for some degree of change. Mostly I just want to be left alone, yet in today’s world […]
The Fog is Lifting – Turning Scars into Stars
I have learned not to trust my day-to-day feelings. Over the years they have been known to deceive me. At times the feeling of joy and a lack of worry pervade. At other times I am left to drown in the throes of deep depression. I don’t always know what tomorrow will bring. Standing up instead of […]
Going off Lexapro for my BDD: More Sleep and Better Sex!
I won’t lie, I had wonderful sex with my wife last night. This was so needed, and I am telling you this because the Lexapro ruined my ability to achieve an orgasm. This was upsetting, yes I know I was taking it to feel better, but the Lexapro was not making me feel better. I […]
My Facial Scar – Overcoming BDD Along With My Worst Fears
It’s hard for me to post this picture. But I am doing it because I feel like I am on an island. Scars are quite common, I have sewed up many a laceration in my time as a family practice physician assistant, but facial scars are a different beast. I didn’t understand this until I […]
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