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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?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Depression & Anxiety Support Group.

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Aug 8, 2019
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@lioness

@gingerw I'm excited for you new beginnings are great I planted a elephant ear plant to block out the sun in front of my window up in Montclair

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@lioness We have a 6'x10' west facing window that looks to the mountain in the distance. Hate to block that view!
Ginger

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trellg132 | @trellg132 | Aug 8, 2019
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Hello connect friends. Two more treatments to go and then find out how things are looking. The nurse has been most helpful and informative. For now it is the wait and see stuff. I appreciate the kindness and know it is sincere. I saw these happy faces in my garden and it helped me.

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Good looking flowers

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lioness | @lioness | Aug 8, 2019
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@gingerw

@lioness We have a 6'x10' west facing window that looks to the mountain in the distance. Hate to block that view!
Ginger

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@gingerw No I wouldn't want to either But our your seasons winter ,summer,spring and fall ? Or just 2 I m sure it is fall you,ll love that If winter better have a heavy coat . I,ll bet the air is better up there

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Aug 9, 2019
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@smilie

Hi. I’m suffering too from depression and I have since I was about 12 years old and now I’m 60 years old, so I understand how you feel! One of my sisters is married to a man who is abusing me emotionally, psychologically. I’m focusing on myself, I’m sorry for that. What I was trying to say is that you’re not alone and there are lots of people with depression. I understand you and I’m sending you a big hug!!!!

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Hi @smilie,

I just read your post about the abusive behavior you are experiencing from your brother-in-law. I am so sorry to hear about this. Are you currently living with your sister and her husband or otherwise dependent on them?

I would encourage you to find some support for yourself through a church or community group outside of these family members, where you might make more friends and have other sources of support.

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Aug 9, 2019
In reply to @lioness "@gingerw No I wouldn't want to either But our your seasons winter ,summer,spring and fall ?..." + (show)
@lioness

@gingerw No I wouldn't want to either But our your seasons winter ,summer,spring and fall ? Or just 2 I m sure it is fall you,ll love that If winter better have a heavy coat . I,ll bet the air is better up there

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@lioness I think they have the 4 seasons here but not like on the East Coast. Air quality is great except when there is a wildfire. This morning it is 55° which is great sleeping weather!
Ginger

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lioness | @lioness | Aug 9, 2019
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@lioness I think they have the 4 seasons here but not like on the East Coast. Air quality is great except when there is a wildfire. This morning it is 55° which is great sleeping weather!
Ginger

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@gingew sounds good It was 70 here .

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smilie | @smilie | Aug 9, 2019
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@hopeful33250

Hi @smilie,

I just read your post about the abusive behavior you are experiencing from your brother-in-law. I am so sorry to hear about this. Are you currently living with your sister and her husband or otherwise dependent on them?

I would encourage you to find some support for yourself through a church or community group outside of these family members, where you might make more friends and have other sources of support.

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Thank you for your support! My sister and her husband are mostly living overseas, we communicate by FaceTime and WhatsApp. Right now I feel like I’m in a prison and can’t get out. Many days I have not left the house.

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Aug 9, 2019
In reply to @smilie "Thank you for your support! My sister and her husband are mostly living overseas, we communicate..." + (show)
@smilie

Thank you for your support! My sister and her husband are mostly living overseas, we communicate by FaceTime and WhatsApp. Right now I feel like I’m in a prison and can’t get out. Many days I have not left the house.

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@smilie What positive thing can you do today? Are there plants or flowers around your house that you can go out and take care of? Would a walk around the neighborhood, to the library or a park, help lift your mood?
Ginger

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Jen, Alumna Mentor | @sandytoes14 | Aug 9, 2019
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Becoming terribly discouraged as I try to learn more about a current cancer treatment I am undergoing. The more I read about my disease the more I realize the outcome is bleak. Yup, depression has me by the throat for now. Sorry everyone, but it happens.

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@parus You have every right to feel discouraged. I hope you feel the care and concern from us here on Connect. Gaining knowledge on our illness can be a double edge sword. I truly believe that our attitude shapes our ability to heal. Sending gentle hugs to you!

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BoneHead | @stsopoci | Aug 9, 2019
In reply to @smilie "Thank you for your support! My sister and her husband are mostly living overseas, we communicate..." + (show)
@smilie

Thank you for your support! My sister and her husband are mostly living overseas, we communicate by FaceTime and WhatsApp. Right now I feel like I’m in a prison and can’t get out. Many days I have not left the house.

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I hope for find someone over seas that you can talk to that understands what you’re going through.

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