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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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Leonard | @jakedduck1 | Dec 30, 2020
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@stsopoci

Hope is on the way for all of us. Be patient, walk everyday, read a book, talk to a friend, start a new project, turn on some music that you like, zoom with others, make sure you are eating a balanced meal, find a balance of physical - mental - spiritual in your life. Each day is NOW. Don’t take it for granted.

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@stsopoci
Don't forget some candy. It has AMAZING medicinal properties.
Jake

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buyearly | @buyearly | Dec 30, 2020
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@stsopoci

Hope is on the way for all of us. Be patient, walk everyday, read a book, talk to a friend, start a new project, turn on some music that you like, zoom with others, make sure you are eating a balanced meal, find a balance of physical - mental - spiritual in your life. Each day is NOW. Don’t take it for granted.

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Great advice. Now for the spiritual side: Prayer and read/study God's Word!

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suz55 | @suz55 | Dec 30, 2020
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@stsopoci

Hope is on the way for all of us. Be patient, walk everyday, read a book, talk to a friend, start a new project, turn on some music that you like, zoom with others, make sure you are eating a balanced meal, find a balance of physical - mental - spiritual in your life. Each day is NOW. Don’t take it for granted.

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Thanks for upbeat vibe.

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sears | @sears | Dec 31, 2020
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@rsdixom

I have journaled my thoughts and feelings for many years. I find this
Helpful, especially during the holidays.
I have been prescribed a few different
Antidepressants. Six months for telemedicine or face-face for Psychiatrist. I found this odd , also.

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Are you finding the antidepressants to be helpful?

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BoneHead | @stsopoci | Dec 31, 2020
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@sears

Are you finding the antidepressants to be helpful?

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In combination with exercise, mental health talk, spiritual feelings and being productive towards any hobby that you enjoy. Eating good food helps also.

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dianrib | @dianrib | Jan 27, 2021

Agree But so hard to find peace anymore
Sick .care giver. Widow. Slashed pension, Covid. We try but its
Overwhelming Best to you!!

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BoneHead | @stsopoci | Jan 28, 2021
In reply to @dianrib "Agree But so hard to find peace anymore Sick .care giver. Widow. Slashed pension, Covid. We..." + (show)
@dianrib

Agree But so hard to find peace anymore
Sick .care giver. Widow. Slashed pension, Covid. We try but its
Overwhelming Best to you!!

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We will send beautiful strong healing thoughts and prayers to you. Take care.

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BoneHead | @stsopoci | Feb 5, 2021

There’s hope for a better day coming for all of us. We fight through depression by keeping the thought of taking care of ourselves as a primary importance in our life. We need a balanced life including physical, mental and spiritual everyday. It’s hard to do but we are not giving up. Make sure you are communicating to your loved ones to check on their lives. Make that a task that helps you be involved in their lives. Be good to yourself and you then can help others.

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dianrib | @dianrib | Feb 5, 2021
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@stsopoci

There’s hope for a better day coming for all of us. We fight through depression by keeping the thought of taking care of ourselves as a primary importance in our life. We need a balanced life including physical, mental and spiritual everyday. It’s hard to do but we are not giving up. Make sure you are communicating to your loved ones to check on their lives. Make that a task that helps you be involved in their lives. Be good to yourself and you then can help others.

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Broke sick open heart surgery, lonely Frozen.. I doubt I will be here after covid best to all

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BoneHead | @stsopoci | Feb 5, 2021
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@dianrib

Broke sick open heart surgery, lonely Frozen.. I doubt I will be here after covid best to all

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So sorry you are suffering and I hope the best for you.

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