Importance of focusing on Positive with Depression & Anxiety.

Posted by BoneHead @stsopoci, May 27, 2019

In my journey with the millions of humans who are brave enough to go down the path of recovery without alcohol, bad drug and more drugs, I have gradually more and more discovered how important it is to crawl out of my deep hole, bad attitude, self-importance, feeling sorry for myself, angry, sad, etc, etc, condition and more toward the LIGHT!!! That means changing and moving for me away from some friends that are very negative about everything. That means walking around the block when I get upset so I can calm down and see the light. That means taking care of myself, exercising, eating right and meeting new friends and keeping old friends that are well-balanced. Positivity in life is available to everyone and it's FREE. I have gone on a path throughout my early days of self-medicating with lots of alcohol, drug, etc. I cleaned myself up in 1996, OCT 13th but I still did not feel right until I could ask for help from a professional. Found out I was GAD (inherited from my MOM) and a few other close seconds. I went on medication for years on various meds until I found the chemical that keeps me pretty normal. BUT, BUT...something else was missing because I still suffered through the negativity of every situation that I could create in a moments time.

I love these groups because you are honest with yourself which is very important.
Finding good friends that understand you and the importance of staying positive with your journey through life.
Taking good care of yourself.
We all are unique so what works for me does not always work for you. I'm on 20mg of Lexipro.
What do other people do to stay positive?

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trellg132 | @trellg132 | Jul 16, 2019

In reply to @bookysue "Very hard to nowadays- but I forced myself to get outside no matter what- in light..." + (show)

Ok so true that is important cause when I do go somewhere it takes my mind off of things

BoneHead | @stsopoci | Jul 16, 2019

In reply to @trellg132 "Health problems" + (show)

Sorry to hear you’re struggling with physical and mental issues. Please talk to people that want to listen. Also, I’ve learned over decades that joining as many groups helps you feel apart of life instead of trying to handle your
Pain by yourself. You can narrow down those groups as you find out which help you the most. Sometimes 1 very special person could make a big difference. You can help others that need your support but seek help
First.

Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Jul 16, 2019

In reply to @smilie "Hi. I want to go for a walk but my emotional state and mind don’t let..." + (show)

@smilie It really becomes a mind battle, doesn't it? Part says move, get out and enjoy, while the other part wants you to bow to sitting and stagnating. Don't give in to that. I've been there, too. It becomes a habit, then a way of life. It is simply not good for you mentally/emotionally/physically. Fight mightily to overcome that depression and anxiety. Take those steps, talk to a trusted person.
Ginger

smilie | @smilie | Jul 17, 2019

In reply to @gingerw "@smilie It really becomes a mind battle, doesn't it? Part says move, get out and enjoy,..." + (show)

Hi. I’m trying so very hard to function and feel better but I feel like I’m loosing!!!! Last night I went to sleep at 8:00 pm and I slept until 5:00 am. Now I’m ready to go to sleep and it’s 6:21 am here in Toronto.

smilie | @smilie | Jul 17, 2019

In reply to @hopeful33250 "Hello @smilie, It can be difficult to begin the process of getting out and walking. It..." + (show)

Hi! Yes but slowly. I don’t know why but walking a lone outside bothers me. I walk around in the house.

Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Jul 17, 2019

In reply to @smilie "Hi. I’m trying so very hard to function and feel better but I feel like I’m..." + (show)

@smilie Have you been able to see your Dr yet? Have you been keeping a journal that you write down your symptoms, time of day, what your eating, doing, etc? This would help to see a pattern, and could be useful for your Dr. Has there been something happen recently that has made you sad?
Ginger

Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Jul 17, 2019

In reply to @smilie "Hi! Yes but slowly. I don’t know why but walking a lone outside bothers me. I..." + (show)

@smilie What bothers you walking alone outside? Do you have a dog to take with you [even one you can borrow!], or is a friend nearby to join you? Did you have a bad experience that makes you reluctant to walk?
Ginger

smilie | @smilie | Jul 17, 2019

In reply to @gingerw "@smilie Have you been able to see your Dr yet? Have you been keeping a journal..." + (show)

Hi. I’ve been journaling since I was 12 years old and now I’m 60 years old. I want to thank you for the ideas you gave me to add to my journaling. I never thought of that. And yes I did see my doctor. She increased my antidepressant and the Ativan. I hope that it starts to work quickly.

smilie | @smilie | Jul 17, 2019

In reply to @gingerw "@smilie What bothers you walking alone outside? Do you have a dog to take with you..." + (show)

No dog, not a lot of friends but they work. I used to own a house, I lived with my ex husband, my daughter and son. I was being psychologically, emotionally, and spiritually abused by my ex and he taught my son to be mean to me too. My daughter was and still is kind to me. I went out for a walk three different times with a neighbour and each time I broke out crying and shaking that she had to help me walk home.