There comes a time when all the smoke and mirrors in the world will clear. At that point, what’s left? What will you regret? Will you regret never reaching out to help someone in pain? Someone close who wanted you[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
As the artist for this, I feel quite sad to have to draw this. But somehow, it came into my consciousness and drew itself out. It was kind of ironic to me when George apologised for lying. To those who[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
How much does it take to help save a life? To let someone know they’re valued? To just say something when it matters the most? Unfortunately, too few people do. Even for their loved ones.
The official name for this portion is to figure out your Beliefs (B). The event that caused the unwelcome reactions is the Activating event (A) and the reaction, the Consequence (C). But I want to make this introduction to CBT[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
When I first started drawing these comics, I had to decide what kind of person Dave would be. After a while, I realised that I wanted Dave to do what I would do in any given circumstance. Except maybe in[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
I deem myself to be a responsible, reasonable and rational consumer of talk therapy services. Yet one day, my therapist sat back, looked at me and said “I’m not a miracle worker, you know.” As with any successful relationship, we[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
I get asked quite often, how my normal day looks like. To be honest, I’m considered really blessed. I can at least get up and leave the house. I have Depressed Dave and my blog on depression. I have a[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Understanding this paradox is particularly important when it comes to seeking help, whether medical or otherwise, or when it comes to being rejected. Someone who’s depressed may not be good at expressing how or when they need help. Don’t turn[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Have you ever heard the phrase “being lonely in the middle of a crowd”? Depression makes this feeling even more intense, and worse still – it can become self-fulfilling. It’s difficult to be social, and sometimes it’s just easier to[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
I just randomly came up with a number. If I started numbering my episodes, we’d never get anywhere. Episodes are dangerous. These are usually when the impulse to act is the strongest, on any self harm or suicidal intent. This[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…