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Here are 5 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Someone Who is Depressed. Words can either lift someone up or tear someone down. Let your words heal, not wound!
For most of my life growing up I struggled with depression and mental health related issues. At the age of sixteen I became frustrated with my life and my depression began to overpower my faith. I began to engage in self-mutilating behaviors and I became more enticed by the idea of death by suicide. I could never understand why this other half of me existed and I felt shameful and dirty for being what some would call mentally unfit. Being raised in the church, depression and mental health is not a topic I ever heard most pastors preach about or…
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you. I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 (NLT) “Do you want to harm yourself or your baby?” “No.” “Okay. No Post-Partum Depression then.” That was the extent of my examination at my release from the hospital after my son was born as well as at my six week post-partum check up with my doctor. And since that seemed to be the only question I had been asked regarding the issue, I…
There’s nothing ordinary about you. You’re different for a reason. God created you as you are in order to use you as He planned. The reason why we sometimes feel inadequate and unworthy is because #1 We compare ourselves to other people and #2 Because of shame. We have become ashamed of who we are because of our past; our mistakes, our shortcomings. We feel irrelevant and insignificant. We belittle ourselves sometimes without us noticing it. We feel ashamed if we don’t fit in; if we don’t speak the right words, if we don’t drive the right car, if we don’t wear…
Most people by now have settled nicely into “the most wonderful time of the year”. The holidays are a time for love, laughter, family and warm memories. Although this is a joyous time for most, it’s important to be aware that this can also be a very sad time for those who struggle with depression. There are various levels of depression but regardless of the severity, it is a real issue that some of your loved ones may be struggling with. As someone who battles depression on a regular basis, I know first hand how hard the holidays can be.…
Depression drains your energy, hope, and drive, making it difficult to do what you need to feel better. But while overcoming depression isn’t quick or easy, it’s far from impossible. You can’t beat it through sheer willpower, but you do have some control—even if your depression is severe and stubbornly persistent. The key is to start small and build from there. Feeling better takes time, but you can get there if you make positive choices for yourself each day. These are the signs that a bout of depression is looming: ♥ Increased negative thoughts. ♥ Increased thoughts of self-doubt and…
