I been depressed all my life and went for help for 3 years and was a bit better. Then I could not pay 100 per hour so I stopped. I went to AA meetings for a few more years on and off . I like to drink but I always Had it under control. even going to AA I learned coping skills But just the same I was always Depressed. Well I want back for Help and the Doc I talked to for 2 hours said it all!!!!. I keep labling Myself as this Nice Guy who is 52 and Have money problems and poor Me. HE SAID THIS " You are not a nice guy you are angry and you turn in inward and that is why you are Depressed!!!. Well after two weeks I Quit beating My self up and self blame!!! WOW I feel Great The Depression is so much better. So what if I have Money problems I will get by and solve.
Now Here the Thing With Depression I could not get my work Done so more Money Problems. I just need to post How well I am Feeling at this concept !!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-12-07 08:25:29 · 5 answers · asked by skillwithtools 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Hey cool! I'm glad you know you are not a nice guy! :) It really helps to know yourself, doesn't it? Then you can love all of you.
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2006-12-07 08:28:11 · answer #1 · answered by twowords 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations. But I still suggest the AA meetings to maintain this feeling and learn even MORE coping skills. Try laying off the booze, too. If you can't seem to do that.....then you REALLY need to go to AA. People who do not have alcohol problems would never think of going to AA. Hate to say it, but it's true. But at least you have a place to go....I wish everyone had something like AA.
2006-12-07 08:30:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Congrats to you! It's good to know that some people take their problems seriously enough to actually not be afraid to discuss them with their doctor's. The ending of the self-blame is a big step, and again, I say congrats! I hope things keep working out well for you.
2006-12-07 08:32:08 · answer #3 · answered by stacijo531 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Congratulations. I read somewhere that depression is just anger without the enthusiasm. Always thought that was an apt description. Been there, by the way.
2006-12-07 13:51:24 · answer #4 · answered by huduuluv 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congrats. Goes to show that some treatments aren't for everyone, and sometimes you have to search several paths in life to find the one that is right for you.
Happy holidays.
2006-12-07 08:34:56 · answer #5 · answered by sheristeele 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋