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Posted 5/25/2014 3:41 PM (GMT 0)
Can anyone tell me if there is a natural way to heal depression and anxiety rather than taking drugs. Things like st johns wort etc are useless. no results at all. I am sure there are a lot of things out there which we dont know about to build up a strong mind free from all this pain. It is just we dont have the knowledge or information on it. Thanks so much for your help.
Posted 5/25/2014 4:01 PM (GMT 0)
Don't laugh now but .......

I once got a tremendous amount of relief from anxiety (from waiting to go into my dentist for many teeth to be pulled at the same time) - by actually breathing in and out - of a brown paper bag. No kidding - it worked - no drugs - can't explain it!!!!

Depression ........

I firmly believe it's nearly impossible to simply fix ourselves by using your mind. I also don't believe there is a "natural" food or supplement that will fix depression - and it's not a pharmaceutical conspiracy! Work under the guidance of a trained counselor or talk therapist is very often extremely helpful ... and some drugs (but the proper ones diagnosed and not self-diagnosed) are quite often necessary.

Summary .......

You may find that a strong mind has nothing to do with escaping depression. The mind is not a muscle! It is influenced by far too many things for far too many years.

Peace and wellness

Rob & Gizmo

 

Posted 5/25/2014 5:08 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Frank,

Welcome to the forum. There is something called 5htp, and another one that escapes me at the moment. I will post it when I think of it. For anxiety there are calming herbs such as valerian, chamomile, they all relax you. But I agree with the breathing for anxiety. It slows the heart rate down and grounds you. In through the nose and out through the mouth. Called smelling the roses and blowing out the candles. It does work. I do relaxation breathing and meditation and it helps a lot. I do take medications though, and I see a psychologist.

I hope that you find what works for you. You may find that the natural ways help, but they may not be enough. If you do have to take medications, make sure you let the doc know you are trying natural ways. Often the herbals don't mix with the meds. Good luck to you.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 5/25/2014 6:41 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome to the forum.

The RESOURCE page at the top of forum has some references on page four on coping skills, books and other helps.

I find, therapy and coping skills and attending a support group to be very beneficial. Although I do take medications also. They are not the cure all.

Mindfulness and meditation are my big go tos. Mindful.org is my favorite site. There also blogs on this site regarding mindfulness and other aids to help get along with depression.
Happy searching.

Peace and strength.
Trina
Posted 5/26/2014 9:06 AM (GMT 0)
therapy!!!!!!!!!!!! meditation, coping skills, an outlet or outlets for stress, moderation in things etc. my brain is too far gone so i am on the med wagon for a bit of a ride. but one day...................

ps i have come off a lot of meds lately. there is always hope. so faith and hope as well.

enjoyment, get those feel good endorphins flowing and activating. do some creative, something spontaneous every now and then. good stuff. be positive.
Posted 5/26/2014 9:33 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Frank
Welcome to the forum. I can tell you from personal experience that the best way to stop feeling down is change my scenery.

We get so caught up in our cycle of life we forget there is other things going on.
Try switching things up and give it an honest try.

Good luck!
Posted 5/26/2014 11:26 PM (GMT 0)
High doses of omega 3 can really help. Omegabrite has really good quality.
Posted 5/27/2014 10:36 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Yael65,

Welcome to the forum!!!

Hugs, Karen...
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