Depression is particularly tricky with this paradox. I call depression a fatal illness only because of this paradox. But it gets confusing. If you’ve ever met a friend who’s depressed and contemplating ending things, you’ll also know that somehow that[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
There isn’t a manual that dictates how someone’s recovery will look like. In the same way there’s no manual that talks about how much effort we should put in. It’s very much a balancing act. Don’t push and I won’t[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Don’t give up giving us hope. I try not to give up because of my family. They give me hope that things will get better. We need hope, always.
The paradox of self circles around the one person we don’t think is worth any effort or time, and yet is the center of our recovery. It’s simultaneously a scream to help us figure out what is wrong, then as[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Being alone helps my battery to recharge, but that usually comes at some risk to my safety. And don’t get me wrong – I do enjoy spending time with loved people. This is especially true when I feel safe with[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Everyone has their own beliefs. Somehow though, we’re told there’re good beliefs and bad beliefs. In depression, however, it’s most important to have our beliefs verified. Most times, our beliefs aren’t totally well informed, and depression twists them even more.[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Sometimes we need shortcuts just to get by. It’s even nicer when those shortcuts are made for us, and all we have to do is eat. Though of course, no one said anything about the taste. Heh.
Don’t we all wish we had a Jane in our lives? I do – she’s my wife, and not a day passes that I don’t give thanks to God for her. But yes, if you’re able to drop by to[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
In truth, I’d never dare to talk over someone with depression. But sometimes, it works. This is a rehash of past “discussions” so I’ll leave it at that. But hope sometimes is found at the bottom of the discussion barrel.
Fair. That’s a tricky concept. Help. That’s another tricky concept. Learning to lean on others. Yet another toughie. See, we’re brought up to be fiercely independent. To solve our own problems. To avoid being a burden. But depression isn’t something[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…