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Posted 11/21/2012 10:23 AM (GMT 0)
I have been dealing with PAD and depression for more than 10 years and have not been able to find a good therapist in my area...and I cannot afford it anyway. I am looking for books on personal growth, self improvement, overcoming difficulties in life, and other related content. Do any of you have a few really good books to recommend?  I am not religious so anything unrelated to god and religion would help.

Thanks in advance.

 

Posted 11/21/2012 11:04 AM (GMT 0)
Happiness trap by Russ Harris. I highly recommend this book!
Posted 11/21/2012 3:37 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Melodee.:)

'What Happy People Know' by Dr. Dan Baker.

This is a great book about people, some even with fatal/debilitating illnesses, that have found ways to live without fear and depression,

If you are health phobic, it can be a challenge, as it was for me...so fair warning...but I found it worth it!

I wish you the best, and good to hear from you again...post when you can:)

S.C.
Posted 11/22/2012 6:03 PM (GMT 0)
I have many self help books, so much that my friends tease me. I don't care, because if they help me feel good for even a day or two it is worth it to me. I have anxiety and panic. My last good read was called "The Tender Heart: Conquering your insecurity" by Joseph Nowinkski, Ph.D. The belief being that some anxiety is rooting in low self esteem. Basic concept is, some people are born with a tender heart by nature, and the way we are raised can either nuture that tender heart, or create low self esteem and anxiety. Best of luck to you!
Posted 11/26/2012 5:04 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you guys. I checked those books on amazon and they have great customer reviews.

Sorry it took me so long to reply. ;( My life has been very hectic. I need support. However, I cannot write/speak about my problems because I have to go through a lot of pain simply by writing it out. I cannot find a way to relieve the stress that is accumulating.

This year has been a very stressful year for me...I don't know if I can go on anymore. ;( I'm sorry to sound like a loser. I feel like one. I am tired of life, I am tired of people, I am tired of living...because no matter how hard I try, nothing.......nothing gets better. I want to be free from any pain and suffering...I wish I knew how to be.

Posted 11/27/2012 12:25 PM (GMT 0)
The Power of One by Byrce Courtenay. This novel is at the core of how I overcame stress and depression for years.

One trick I have learned to express the pain is mask it through metaphors. Turn the pain into something beautiful, something you can share.. But that's just what keeps me alive. Everyone is different. If you look hard enough, i'm sure you'll find plenty of things that can keep you going, even help you grow as a person.
Posted 11/27/2012 1:21 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the welcome, Kate. I don't know what you mean by distraction, in particular, but I am glad to have found a place I can actually interact and hear other people's views..
Ethan
Posted 11/27/2012 6:33 PM (GMT 0)
Ethan,

Thanks for recommending the book. I will check it out.
"mask it through metaphors. Turn the pain into something beautiful, something you can share".
That is very encouraging and some wonderful words. I never ever thought of turning pain into something beautiful. That gives me hope. Life can change if we change our perception. Easier said than done...but it is worth trying.
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