Looking for the bright side

I have suffered anxiety and depression for years. I am hoping to make strides as I am going through a time of year that I usually have increased difficulty due to anniversaries. I keep feeling like I need a release - to bawl my eyes out or scream or something, but I haven't been able to do that. I even spent a weekend watching movies under the category of tear jerkers, but not a drop.

Now I'm ready to focus on positives and gratefulness. Since I couldn't get it out, I am hoping to find focusing on the blessings and kindness to others, etc. will help get me past this dreaded feeling. Anyone have any recommendations beyond that or ways beyond mindfulness and journaling?

Hi Lucy and again, welcome!

I am sorry to hear that this is a challenging time of year for you.:( I understand how significant dates can be very difficult to get through.

I love your idea of focusing on the positives and practicing gratefulness. This is proven beneficial in managing anxiety.

Here are some therapy worksheets that will help you to do this, while also working through difficult thoughts and feelings that may come up still.


Therapy Work Sheets:
www.get.gg/freedownloads2.htm

They are pretty straightforward and easy to get through...and I hope you find them of value. :)

Keep posting and we will keep you in support!

S.C.

hi lucy i find it impossible to cry too i dont have the answers but im trying the same as you to look at the positives because weve been through it we can help other people who are going through it hugs to you ;)

I fixed the link...

Thanks for the e-mail heads up!

Sorry...I made a mistake in the coding while making the link active...oops!

It works now.:)

S.C.