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Posted 10/22/2016 5:16 PM (GMT 0)
Normally, I am far more upbeat when Autumn comes. My low times are usually spring and summer. This autumn--I am finding it hard to cheer-lead myself. This is highly irregular.

It is in part the election. And unemployment. And unhappiness. And loneliness. And inactivity. There it is. All of those things, rolled together, in a neat, tight, little depression ball.

Fudge it. Going for a walk.
Posted 10/22/2016 5:37 PM (GMT 0)
Myself,
I believe after Nov. 8 the country for the most part will breathe a sigh of relief.

I myself was so upset, I sent an email to the White House, inquiring if the National Guard was going to be called up and ready be 11/7/16. Of course I received no reply, that info would be classified.

But I felt better knowing some secret service agent read it and most likely shower his boss.

/www.whitehouse.gov/contact

In case you feel some anger needs to redirected into a productive heart felt email.

This I learned from my therapist, the fact that at least I am trying to do something to make things right or better,[in a productive way] squells the anger. The feeling of being helpless dissipates.

Change what you can, try to change or education where you can and be content with you did your best.

Peace
Trina
Posted 10/22/2016 8:26 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Myself,

Just wondering if you are taking any vitamin D3 at this time of year. The days grow shorter and depression can grow bigger. Just a thought.

There is a lot going on. I think that this election is kind of separating people that would normally not be. I can't believe the number of friends I had that don't share my views (which I wont get into here). People can be so different at times.

I, too, can't wait for the election to be over with.

I hope that you feel better soon. You have a lot on your plate. Maybe a change or adjustment in medication is needed for situational reasons.

Keep us posted. And remember we are here for you.

I made a ton of apple sauce last week and the week before. Just an fyi. Ha!!!

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 10/23/2016 5:08 AM (GMT 0)
I'm sure it's just coincidence, but I have had so many friends go through tough times the start of this fall! Sickness after sickness, loss of family members, mental/mood instability, etc. You're not the only one, Myself, and we're here for you in the trenches. ::hugs::
Posted 10/24/2016 2:52 PM (GMT 0)
Sorry M09, maybe you're up against a somatic thing this time. It's easy to forget that some depression has physiological causes.

Stay hopeful if you can.

*Cyberhug*
Posted 10/24/2016 3:05 PM (GMT 0)
How are you doing today Myself? I hope that you are feeling better.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 10/24/2016 5:37 PM (GMT 0)
*enh* I went for a walk on Saturday afternoon--which helped. Yesterday I took a long bike ride. Today--tutoring. Just sent off an application for an mentoring gig with an on-line university. It is election-rated, fairly sure. Got caught up in a white rights debate and entitlement.
Posted 10/24/2016 6:13 PM (GMT 0)
It is good that you are staying busy. It is so easy to get caught up in our depression. I am kind of fighting that right now. It is hard.

Sounds like you are fighting it. Keep up the good work!

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 10/24/2016 9:48 PM (GMT 0)
If all the people who threaten to move to Canada if their candidate doesn't win, actually do move to Canada, I'm going to have to by extra bed linens for my spare room.
Posted 10/24/2016 11:58 PM (GMT 0)
Sorry to hear you're not you're usual self just now.

I used to enjoy Autumn (I'm an October baby after all...)

Couple of things have changed this for me. My dad died in the month of Sept. My mom died in the month of November. My birthday falls right in the middle now. Ugh.

Where I live, mold spores are on the high side this time of year. It is also a windy season, blowing the mold spores around. Ugh. Mold sucks the life out of me!

Knowing that the temps will continue to drop sets me on edge.

For this reason I take vitamin D, I use full spectrum light, I 'force' bulbs indoors, I use more air freshener this time of year until spring comes again, I decorate for every holiday from now until the first flowers are blooming again outside and I cook a lot of 'comfort food'.

Glad to know I am not alone.
Posted 10/25/2016 11:16 PM (GMT 0)
many healing thoughts.
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