How do you focus on the 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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milania | @milania | Apr 21, 2021

In reply to @savana1 "Yes for me is excerise, praying and having that one friend you can always go to" + (show)

Hi. I just joined group Like you my friendships and my faith in God and prayer have been helpful for me

Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Apr 21, 2021

In reply to @milania "Hi. I just joined group Like you my friendships and my faith in God and prayer..." + (show)

@milania Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I’m so happy you found our wonderful online community. We’re all here to share our stories and experiences to help each other.

You mentioned that your faith in God and prayer have been helpful for you. Would you like to share your journey with us and what brought you to Connect?

Wishing you a pleasant day, Lori

maano | @maano | Apr 21, 2021

Thanks

hearttoheart1 | @hearttoheart1 | Apr 21, 2021

Hello
As this forum is dealing with focusing on Positive
It’s is what we all try to do.
I find digging deep into your core each day is what it is about
And being the best you can be
There is a tremendous amount of help and support out there
And I feel I need that bit extra help now to combat it so that “IT” doesn’t control me!!😣
Looking forward to getting the appointment and moving on....
My husband just gone in for colonoscopy
Busy time
But brighter days ahead
Keep well all🥰

Erika | @erikas | Apr 21, 2021

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@maano Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect, a place to give and get support.

May I ask what brought you to Connect?

Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Apr 28, 2021

In reply to @hearttoheart1 "Hello As this forum is dealing with focusing on Positive It’s is what we all try..." + (show)

@hearttoheart1 While out walking this morning I thought of you and your daily 5k. It really is an excellent way to clear our heads on a daily basis, isn’t it? I relish my walks and some days selfishly hope I don’t run into any neighbors to interrupt my thoughts.
This morning I was treated to a symphony of bird calls! Must be several varieties migrating through the area! It was glorious, until I realized the percussion section...woodpeckers...weren’t drilling into a tree. It was the trim of our house! Time to get out the fake owl again to scare them off...and to amuse the neighbors. Hope all is going well with you!! Lori

hearttoheart1 | @hearttoheart1 | Apr 29, 2021

Morning
That’s the thing about the walks
Transports you completely to another zone
Never any signs of Anxiety while observing the wonders of nature.
I had some people asking to walk with me...for some reason people think I get lonely or I have no friends☹️
Not so,
Love being on my own
Got my appointment for CBT
5th May
Looking forward to getting started
While on my walk,through a quiet windy road,I pause,do my breathing ,and just listen to the sound of silence.....really does my wee heart good
Have a happy day
I’ll take to the roads now...
Love to you ..and all
Keep talking
Keep walking xx🏃‍♀️💖🌷🌿

beckyhas5 | @beckyhas5 | May 2, 2021

In reply to @hearttoheart1 "Morning That’s the thing about the walks Transports you completely to another zone Never any signs..." + (show)

It is wonderful that you like doing your walking alone. I wish i liked to walk alone. I enjoy talking with someone when I walk. If I am alone my mind tends to focus on the negative. When talking I am distracted. Oh well

hearttoheart1 | @hearttoheart1 | May 3, 2021

It is fantastic you take to the roads ,like me
There is no right or wrong way
I understand that when walking with company and you are chatting away ,it actually shortens the walk too.and you are getting the benefits of the fresh air ,and clocking up the steps
So well done
It’s a win win situations, and like me
At the end of your walk we both accomplish the same result
Feel good factor
And reenergised
Have a happy day🏃‍♀️🎋🏃‍♀️