Depression. It's a silent killer.

[Wonderer67]

I am glad that just talking about it has helped a little bit. The healing process is tough and never easy, but I know you’ll get through it!

Here are some flowers for today. Maybe they will bring you a smile or at least a bit of a reprieve.

My favorite red Lillys are up. I love these so much.

https://imgur.com/a/TBWRdkx

Orange day lillys

https://imgur.com/a/F5BK9gx

Pale pink apricot colored lillys

https://imgur.com/a/nN0mvZB

Multicolor lilly

https://imgur.com/a/SZeOhmD

Stella doro yellow lilies

https://imgur.com/a/QSFwjHc

 

[boxman11]

The holiday was pleasant until someone couldn’t control themselves and became drunk and belligerent. Trying not to let that ruin my memory of a good day with my family.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

There is always one asshole in the bunch that can ruin everyone's fun. Then the next day they try and say sorry I got out of hand, but everyone tells them not to worry about it everything's good. What you should say to them you need help.

 

[Wetkitty09]

It sucks not being a priority.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[James_Bassytian]

It sucks not being a priority.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

You're a priority here!

 

[kopinov]

I've been battling depression my whole adult life. I would have thought I might have discovered a way of dealing with it by now, but that's not happened - it seems to just get worse as time goes by, to the point that I now can't see much of anything ahead of me beyond immersing myself in reading and writing stories... not that I've written many so far. It's weird the forms lifelines can take.

 

[Wetkitty09]

You're a priority here!

Thanks Bass.
The weekend is over and my daughter is going home today. It’s been a good visit for the most part. I hate that I dwell on the bad parts yet I can’t seem to stop.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wonderer67]

I've been battling depression my whole adult life. I would have thought I might have discovered a way of dealing with it by now, but that's not happened - it seems to just get worse as time goes by, to the point that I now can't see much of anything ahead of me beyond immersing myself in reading and writing stories... not that I've written many so far. It's weird the forms lifelines can take.

Maybe leaning into the writing can help. It’s a nice creative outlet.

What helps me the most is leaning into things that bring me joy or hope.

Depression is a bitch and there’s no explaining how it impacts you, or when. Keep the faith and your chin up.

You got us.

 

[James_Bassytian]

I've been battling depression my whole adult life. I would have thought I might have discovered a way of dealing with it by now, but that's not happened - it seems to just get worse as time goes by, to the point that I now can't see much of anything ahead of me beyond immersing myself in reading and writing stories... not that I've written many so far. It's weird the forms lifelines can take.

Wonderer67 already said it, but writing can help. There's nothing like the joy that comes from creating something and sharing it with the world. No matter what you want to write about, there's an audience for it here!

 

[GD6720]

I would like to chat about a big problem that not too many people discuss. Sorry to be a downer. But there are too many people out there who are dying because they are depressed. I suffer from depression (not sure why) but I wouldn't think of killing myself. I've always been told that is a perminant solution to a temporary problem. I think it would do a good service to discuss what has worked for you to overcome your depression or what has helped someone you know.

I have a T shirt that reads :
Be kind to those that you meet ,
Because they are fighting
Personal battles,
You no nothing about.
Depression for me comes on more in the winter months, I try to overcome this by gym exercise and swimming. Exercise in any form helps me think more positively.

 

[Wonderer67]

Wonderer67 already said it, but writing can help. There's nothing like the joy that comes from creating something and sharing it with the world. No matter what you want to write about, there's an audience for it here!

Even if you don’t share it with someone, sometimes it’s just a little bit cathartic or even just downright helpful to write it down… to get those words out there or down on paper or on a computer/smartphone screen.

I have a T shirt that reads :
Be kind to those that you meet ,
Because they are fighting
Personal battles,
You no nothing about.
Depression for me comes on more in the winter months, I try to overcome this by gym exercise and swimming. Exercise in any form helps me think more positively.

I agree. Exercise and any type of activity is hugely important to my mental health.

 

[James_Bassytian]

When it stops being so damn hot, I’d like to get outside and start running for both my physical and mental health.

 

[AnomalyLady]

When it stops being so damn hot, I’d like to get outside and start running for both my physical and mental health.

I love running so much, too.

 

[Wonderer67]

When it stops being so damn hot, I’d like to get outside and start running for both my physical and mental health.

I can’t run anymore. My ankles and knees are cooked. It was my absolute favorite form of excercise. I miss it.

But I seriously walk and there’s not a day that I don’t get 10,000 steps in. I can do an eliptical and try as much as I can.

 

[Facelessxghost]

on my off time which I don’t have much, I am currently working on a mental health book that doubles as a cookbook to cope with depression and anxiety. That’s is the exact reason I put myself through culinary school to cope with my fucked up brain. If I can’t play music, I am in the kitchen creating just to get my mind off of everything.

 

[Wetkitty09]

So tired this morning.
Have the best day you can.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Finally feeling like I have a little control over my life atm. Lol. We all know how that works.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Noone45]

Laugh

 

[Wetkitty09]

I hope you have the best day you can.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[James_Bassytian]

Been feeling better and hopeful for the last few days, and staying busy. I'm seeing a new therapist who has put me on meds. I hope they won't make me too crazy!

 

[ReaderFanatic]

There are many subtle steps one can take but depression IMHO is a direct result of one's thoughts. I helped turn my depression around when I made a personal commitment to view things more positively no matter how bad a situation was. I believe there is a silver lining in every rain cloud. For example, I really got sucked into quicksand and when I got out with help, the quicksand had sucked my boot off to its depths somewhere. Now I could have complained about losing one of my favorite boots, or how much money was lost, and so on but instead, I simply said, "Wow, that was a close one but at least I'm not dead" and let it go from there.

Of course, I think the Major contributor to depression is that voice in our head that belittles us, destroys our confidence, and blames us for everything. You know, the voice that says "that was stupid of you" and so on. Some people actually believe that voice is the devil actually talking to them and trying to ruin them. As for me, I know it's certainly there and has to be something, but what, I have no idea. When I conditioned myself to ignore that voice and shut it down immediately upon hearing it, my mental health improved and I feel my depression is gone. Haven't needed a shrink in well over a decade or medication and have lost allot of weight.

Now if somebody has some tips for PTSD, hit me up please.

 

[Wetkitty09]

I hope today is the best it can be for you.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Things are better now for me.
Have the best day you can and stay cool.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Noone45]

See this

 

[Wetkitty09]

The heat is brutal. Stay cool.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Beholders_Eye]

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