2007-09-25 23:01:12 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Be with sensible people. If you hang around with the usual not-real folk, they'll bring you down. Find some people with spirit, that love God.
That you feel bad is simply not embracing your spirituality. You have a strong awareness for it, don't employ it and as a consequence...suffer.
It is how it is.
We suffer until we realize we don't have to. To be depressed already is good, you are getting close...
Today these words might seem crazy, but it's true, every cloud has a silver lining. Know that and you'll work out the even better news....there is no cloud, only silver lining
2007-09-25 23:36:03 · answer #1 · answered by 132 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Sweet Gracie - here's the solution. Back to the basics.
I agree with lonewolf. Take it to God. Jesus came to earth, suffered every pain we experience so he could succor us in our affliction. (Succor, btw, means "to run to"). He's right there as soon as you need him. Pray for peace.
Back to the basics with your body. Eat what's good for you, you don't need any of the other garbage. Stay on your medication as the Doctor prescribed. If you have clearance, start an exercise program. This will make a big difference.
When I was in my deepest depression, I just wanted to get out of my life. Volunteer work was a huge help. I was a Spanish teacher once, so I went back to volunteer with Spanish for people learning it. It helped me a lot to forget about myself.
I went to the soup kitchen and volunteered my time and labor. I was so touched it made me cry when I was done. I had bottled it up the entire time, and when I was done, I just let it all go. I felt great, and so blessed, after seeing some people's lives. I saw how much I've had all along.
It helps me to spend time with my nephews, take them to the park or whatever. It does great things for you to be the hero in some body's eyes for a little while. I have enough time feeling inadequate, less than my peers, not good enough for any women, but I can still do great things.
2007-09-26 11:23:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Find a good friend that you can lean on & together the two of you can help turn your life around some what.....enough to get you involved in different ways of doing things that you don't normally do. Think positive & tell yourself that you are a wonderful person & belive it. Stop dwelling on the past & look forward for new things to come. You are a worthy individual , Your life counts just as much as anyone else..Think Positive.....What you give out comes back......"All that we are is the result of what we have thought. The mind is everything. What we think we become." Budha
2007-09-26 08:59:35 · answer #3 · answered by simplesimon 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you actually been diagnosed or is this your thought.
You need to be with people who are positive. It sounds like that the environment you live in may have some sort of control over your emotions also. To cut a long story short, cut ties now and move on with your life beginning with that positive mental attitude. If you have kids then you must snap out of it before you transfer that negative depression on to them. If indeed you are by yourself you can afford to change everything in your life that is negative. If you have been confirmed professionally as being clinically depressed then you must be receiving some form of counselling which is fine but I dont agree if you have been administered drugs to reduce and control your anxeities. Contact me if you need to take a load off but prescription drugs you can do without. Good Luck
2007-09-26 07:32:19 · answer #4 · answered by nikros 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Since you say you are Clinically Depressed, I will assume you have seen your doctor for diagnosis, and have at least discussed medication. If you have not, I urge you to do so. The brain chemistry of clinically depressed persons undergoes changes which medication may correct. If you have done this already, and are trying out a medication, I encourage you to pay close attention to side effects as well as benefits, and contact your doctor if you experience unpleasant side effects. There are a number of excellent medications out there, but they do not all work the same for everyone. I've had some really bad side effects with meds that worked wonders for other people, and had to try a couple other medications before finding the right one for me. If the first one you try is not effective, do not be too shy to ask to try something else.
If you feel you cannot afford to see a medical professional, then it will be worth your while to research St. John's Wort, SAMe, essential fatty acids, vitamin B complex, and amino acid supplements. These supplements may not be effective for everyone, but are worth investigating.
Another step that is important, is to see a counselor. Medication in combination with talk therapy are the one-two punch that will knock out this depression most effectively. If you have medical insurance, check with your insurance company about their policies on mental health benefits - they may also have a list of preferred providers which may help you choose one in your area. If this resource is not available to you, and you feel you cannot afford to pay for counseling by yourself, there may be some help available through community mental health services in your area. Looking in the yellow pages, or asking the information/research librarian at your local library may help you locate those resources. Another possibility is simply calling the offices of mental health providers to ask if they offer sliding scale fees. And it is also possible that a clergymember of your chosen faith may be trained in pastoral counseling, and be of use to you.
Other steps you can take to help you get the better of your condition. Regular exercise, volunteering for a worthy cause, trying a new hobby, getting out and meeting new people, taking the time to reconnect with friends and loved ones, are all great ways to increase endorphins, giving you a natural mood elevation. Making sure to maintain a balanced diet with plenty of variety in fruits and vegetables and lean protein sources, is another helpful thing to do, as your brain needs plenty of good nutrition to function well.
Pampering yourself with the occasional spa day - whether it is a do-it-yourself spa day, or splurge, may lift your spirits, and remind you that you are worth the effort.
Because you are worth the effort.
It is hard work, but you can recover from depression. Best wishes for you in this journey.
2007-09-26 06:35:44 · answer #5 · answered by Windi Lea 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you know that your “clinically depressed” knowing how to control it is difficult due to the many causes of clinical depression. It could be caused by any number of reasons including a chemical imbalance in the brain. If I knew the reason for your depression I could father advise you on how to control it. Any other answer would just be ignorant or insulting.
2007-09-26 06:27:16 · answer #6 · answered by wernerslave 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
my cousin is bipolar... so i can understand how you might feel, but the only advice i can give is to do other activities to keep you busy and not just spending too much time thinking about stuff. you should know that you can't change what happens around you, but you can change what you do. i hope that helps a little!
2007-09-26 06:15:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Miss Grace,The best that I can give is turn to Jesus ! He is the great physian and healer ! Verbaly accept him into your heart and the holy spirit will come into your life and never leave nor forsake you ! I will pray for you !
2007-09-26 10:46:34 · answer #8 · answered by lonewolf 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Realize that every time you overcome an obstacle, you are ready for the next one. It isn't easy, but absolutely worth it.
=)
2007-09-26 06:10:52 · answer #9 · answered by Sky Guy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this time will pass look towards some meditation see a health professional find some support good luck
2007-09-26 06:39:35 · answer #10 · answered by toon l 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋