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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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Valerie | @lacy2 | Mar 14, 2021

That's great marylcamp67... cant do it myself right now but was on our treadmill slowly a month ago but now have this new inside shaking etc. cant do it. Exercise is so important, isnt it? Just not right now for me, so disappointing when our symptoms get worse. I too listen to You Tube it keeps me afloat, but will search Les Brown, thanks. J.

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Valerie | @lacy2 | Mar 14, 2021
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@lacy2

That's great marylcamp67... cant do it myself right now but was on our treadmill slowly a month ago but now have this new inside shaking etc. cant do it. Exercise is so important, isnt it? Just not right now for me, so disappointing when our symptoms get worse. I too listen to You Tube it keeps me afloat, but will search Les Brown, thanks. J.

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oh I see he has a lot of videos....havent listend to before which one would you suggest for depression? thanks, J.

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marylcamp67 | @marylcamp67 | Mar 14, 2021

I think any of his motivation speech's are helpful. Getting of Effexor has so many side effects.

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suz55 | @suz55 | Mar 14, 2021
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@marylcamp67

Staying positive is a constant journey yes! I listen to motivation speakers and do meditation. I find it helpful. You Tube offers a lot of these sites. Les Brown is a terrific motivational speaker. Bless all of you going through depression, sadness, loneliness etc. and remember that only God is in control.

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Thank you for uplifting post.

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Mar 16, 2021
In reply to @hearttoheart1 "Thank you 😘 I am busy ...keeping well. I have appointment with Cardiologist on March 19th.Happy..." + (show)
@hearttoheart1

Thank you 😘
I am busy ...keeping well.
I have appointment with Cardiologist on March 19th.Happy about that, as I’m anxious to know how the defibrillator is doing?
I really want to know if the pain in my heart is from that or the Anxiety making me think it is?
Either way ,it will be good to know, .then I can deal with it.
I use lavender spray on my pillow now, helps me have a more restful sleep,really helps.😴😴
Still doing 5k nearly every day🏃‍♀️
The mornings are so cheerful, it is so nice to get out ,clear the head and recharge my batteries.
🥰🥰

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@hearttoheart1 Hi! Sending positive vibes in case you need a little recharge. ☺️ Wishing you well on your upcoming Cardiologist visit. Hugs, Lori.

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hearttoheart1 | @hearttoheart1 | Mar 17, 2021

Morning
Thank you so much for remembering 💖
I am looking forward to going and hoping all is well
This anxiety ‘visited” me again ,a visit I could be doing without😔
So to you your word ,I am ‘recharged’ again👍And so appreciate you positive vibes
So will get the 5k done now
And have a better day
Look after yourselves xx☘️💖☘️

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Mar 22, 2021
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@hearttoheart1

Morning
Thank you so much for remembering 💖
I am looking forward to going and hoping all is well
This anxiety ‘visited” me again ,a visit I could be doing without😔
So to you your word ,I am ‘recharged’ again👍And so appreciate you positive vibes
So will get the 5k done now
And have a better day
Look after yourselves xx☘️💖☘️

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@hearttoheart1 Thought I’d stop in to say hi this morning and see how you’re doing. Hopefully the visit with your cardiologist was all good news and that your sessions with the reflexologist are giving you the boost you need! Nothing but positive thoughts, right!?
Your spirit is indomitable! ☺️

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hearttoheart1 | @hearttoheart1 | Mar 23, 2021

Hello👋
Thank you for asking
To be honest I am so positive since my cardiologist appointment
I needed to know how my heart was ? And..
Is the defibrilator working?
And why the pain.?
M y anxiety was causing me such sadness
The brain is a funny thing
The outcome....
My heart is good👍
My defibrilator is working well👍
Now for this Anxiety🙄
He prescribed a tablet for me ,to take the edge off the pain and relax me a bit.
But I haven’t taken the tablet yet
I have decided to be more assertive in myself
I am still doing my 5k
I am crocheting for an elderly gent in hospital that I don’t know but my Reflexologist says she will give to him
The joy of having a purpose is wonderful
Spring seeds need to be planted now too. 🌾🪴🌹
So, knowing my heart is well means I need to get on with it
And if I falter along the way ,the tablets are there, but for now, I have lots to do,I am very grateful for that
Have a happy day ,friends 💝

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Mar 23, 2021
In reply to @hearttoheart1 "Hello👋 Thank you for asking To be honest I am so positive since my cardiologist appointment..." + (show)
@hearttoheart1

Hello👋
Thank you for asking
To be honest I am so positive since my cardiologist appointment
I needed to know how my heart was ? And..
Is the defibrilator working?
And why the pain.?
M y anxiety was causing me such sadness
The brain is a funny thing
The outcome....
My heart is good👍
My defibrilator is working well👍
Now for this Anxiety🙄
He prescribed a tablet for me ,to take the edge off the pain and relax me a bit.
But I haven’t taken the tablet yet
I have decided to be more assertive in myself
I am still doing my 5k
I am crocheting for an elderly gent in hospital that I don’t know but my Reflexologist says she will give to him
The joy of having a purpose is wonderful
Spring seeds need to be planted now too. 🌾🪴🌹
So, knowing my heart is well means I need to get on with it
And if I falter along the way ,the tablets are there, but for now, I have lots to do,I am very grateful for that
Have a happy day ,friends 💝

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@hearttoheart1 Your entire message brings joy to my heart and a smile to my face! What an amazingly strong woman you are!! ♥️

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BoneHead | @stsopoci | Mar 26, 2021

Now my granddaughter, who is 16, can get her COVID immunization in Minnesota.

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