It is difficult to keep getting up after you have been repeatedly crunched down by the losses of loved ones; the "getting up" part is the most important part; even though it is very hard to do.
You have to be the one to do it; that is why it is so difficult. It is also very rewarding knowing that you accomplished yet another feat against the demons associated with mental illness. Or just those thoughts of worthlessness or if you have felt like you have let every down in your life. But, that's the demons tempting you.
You have to be the one to do it; that is why it is so difficult. It is also very rewarding knowing that you accomplished yet another feat against the demons associated with mental illness. Or just those thoughts of worthlessness or if you have felt like you have let every down in your life. But, that's the demons tempting you.
The most rewarding things in life can be the most challenging to achieve.
When I say "Just Keep Getting Back Up!":
I mean you just never know who is watching, do you want them to see you dust off and get back on that problem? Or do you want them to see you curled up in the fetal position, giving up on everything?
I believe that our faith and hope of seeing our loved ones again has a great deal to do with our recovery process. Having my Faith is what has helped me to keep "getting back up". Knowing that I will see and be with my loved ones once again, has been a literal lifesaver.
It makes me feel better to know that I can help someone else who also struggles with mental illness, and help them like I was helped.
Never be ashamed of having your faith, as long as no one gets hurts. I am one of God's children!
I just can't imagine anyone feeling alone, lonely, or even just plain abandoned. I am extremely sorry if you are feeling that way.
[I don't mean to sound like a hypocrite, believe me, I have been there and I will probably be there (sad and depressed) again.]
But, what I mean is as a whole, we all have a down day here and there and some of us are grief-stricken for months upon months adding up to years! But, instead of spiraling down and talking yourself into foolish behavior; heed my advice, and don't sweat the small stuff as it were the big stuff!
[I don't mean to sound like a hypocrite, believe me, I have been there and I will probably be there (sad and depressed) again.]
But, what I mean is as a whole, we all have a down day here and there and some of us are grief-stricken for months upon months adding up to years! But, instead of spiraling down and talking yourself into foolish behavior; heed my advice, and don't sweat the small stuff as it were the big stuff!
We are really the ones in charge of our happiness; others contribute to our emotions, however, we are really the ones in charge of our OWN Destinies.
If you are feeling lonely, then call a friend or loved one to confide in. Only you know when you really NEED to talk to someone; so do so! Let them HELP you.
God Bless and enjoy each and every moment of each and every day, for the rest of your life.
I sometimes get caught up in what I "do" and forget what I should be "doing"!
So, to my patient friends and family, I say, Sorry I don't call, I don't always particularly care for phone calls.
I sometimes get caught up in what I "do" and forget what I should be "doing"!
So, to my patient friends and family, I say, Sorry I don't call, I don't always particularly care for phone calls.
Thank You and I hope this smile being sent out to you all; brings you a smile for today and every day for the rest of your life.
Depression is a disease of the mind. It sounds dirty and quite frankly a bit frightening. There are other stigmas (untrue myths) that are very prominent in many people's minds. I want to clear up the stigmas surrounding suicide. I am just asking you to educate yourself before you condone others on the subject. Whether you want to believe it or not there, are people who struggle every day (such as myself) with depression and other mental illnesses.
You can't "catch it" is the term we would use as in having a cold, kind of "catch it". You can, however, be afraid they will bring you down; and of course most of us will agree that misery does certainly enjoy great company on occasion, However, you could always turn the table by infecting them with your amazing breaths of fresh and positive opinions!
You can't "catch it" is the term we would use as in having a cold, kind of "catch it". You can, however, be afraid they will bring you down; and of course most of us will agree that misery does certainly enjoy great company on occasion, However, you could always turn the table by infecting them with your amazing breaths of fresh and positive opinions!
