I've found that reading books or watching movies about people who have struggled and made it through helps me. Also, the things others have mentioned of course....
I love this thread! I would be a cheetah or a wolf: a cheetah because they run super fast and are strong, plus cats are amazing survivors; a wolf because they are loyal and family oriented. Thanks...
Kitt, So sorry to hear this. My father had a stroke a few years ago, so I know the work involved to recover. I wish you all the best. It will get better! -js...
Mike, I don't know if you were refering to me when you talked about instant messaging someone. I don't know how to do that either since I'm new to the forum. However, I would suggest you just check...
Mike, I wanted to suggest you may want to also visit www.depressionforums.org . I am new to both that forum and this one as well. While this forum seems very upbeat, positive, and supportive,...
Jamie, Thanks for the reminder! Sometimes it's hard to remember this....
I love all the ideas on flowers! Each spring I've planned to plant some on my balcony and haven't gotten around to it. I'm going to make it happen this year! Also, the winter has been so bad, but the...
Mike, I don't know about other dietary considerations, but many people seem to feel that a low intake of omega 3's can cause depression as the brain needs fatty acids to run correctly. I think you're...
Karen, Thank you. I will look for that book. It sounds like it would help. I'm trying to do this mostly on my own since I don't have the money for regular therapy. I read "The Depression Cure" by...
Karen, Thank you so much. Part of my behavioral therapy is trying not to dwell on past things that have gone wrong. I think that's the hardest part of everything I'm trying to do! Not feeling guilty...
Hi. I'm new to this forum and am hoping someone might have some helpful suggestions. I am one of the people who suffer from depression and have no success with medication. I have tried numerous ones,...