chronic depression
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I Was diagnosed with chronic Depression with several Bouts of Major Deprccepon thrown into the mix.
I want to Beat my demons and Low moods and I Limit coffee intake and improved my die ot.
I guess what I am asking is can I beat this or do I need to just accept it
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dinky_dee krollette66
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krollette66 dinky_dee
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Dysarthia or chronic Depression refers to a Depression Thats lasted Over two years and when I get the full on clinical Depression As Well its refered to As a double dip depression.
I have tried CBT and Self Help but I find It hard to be As open As I would like for fear of being judged and handed More pills.
My direct family are not touchy feely and We were Just brought up to get on with things but I feel really isolated. I feel really guilty and Self indulgent for allowing myself to get to this point.
I really wanted to hear other peoples own experiences with Depression to put my problems into prospective.
Thanks for listening to my ramblings
dinky_dee krollette66
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You're not rambling, you are processing. If you don't talk about it it will fester. x
dinky_dee
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krollette66 dinky_dee
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I have Trust issues and I put my hands up to it. I Just dont want to risk my Private feelings and emotions becoming public knowledge.
I wish I could be a Heart on my sleave sort of Person. I Was just brought up to believe there is dignity In silence
dinky_dee krollette66
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It's good to keep some things back when some types of people use stuff against you, for self preservation. Have you had any therapy?
anne240 krollette66
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Yes we accept, but we fight. I have a long story but won't bore you with it. Just keep going as best you can. do everything you can to help yourself. Let others help you too. I know how hard it is to live with this illness.
Keep going, and you will get where I am.
krollette66 anne240
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I have been donating to our local food Bank regulary and giving time to another local charity but feel like my best is never enough.
I Just keep reminding myself everyday of people less fortunate than me and that this Depression Has dragged me to this point before and I have Come out the other side. I Just need to grin bare it.
Thanks Again
anne240 krollette66
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Yes there are others worse off than us, but we have to live with ourselves every day. You sound as though you want to be really strong and grin and bear it, but you are an important person too. Depression is a difficult illness to live with. OK I said keep fighting, as I did not want depression to win. I think you are being over strong, be kind to yourself. You are worth it.
When I was so low I felt that I was not a nice person anymore, and yet I know I am a good person, and would do anything for anybody. I have done voluntary jobs even when in a deep depression. Of coiurse your best is enough, you have just got the "I am not worthwhile" like I had. It is just a symptom of the illness. I am in my 70s now and recently started another voluntary job. Had to give up my car, but I have got a bus pass.
Love yourself more dear person. You are so worth it.
krollette66 anne240
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I think coming Off alot of medication In quite a quick period of time put me into a tail Spin.
I have reached out to someone today that can Help me deal with issues from my past .
I have been offered the Help before but didnt feel ready.
I am not sure what Has changed but I am ready to Start dealing with the root causes of my depression and not the symptoms. X
dinky_dee krollette66
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anne240 krollette66
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I do hope you keep us updated on how you are doing.
krollette66 anne240
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I went to my First Session today I racked my brains to find an excuse As to Why I couldnt.
Heading out the door Was so hard because It Was the First time I have left the house In months unaccompaned.
It Was scarey but wonderful too Just to breathe the fresh air.
I work from Home and Internet Shopping is bestfriend so there is very need for me to leave the house.
Counselling is going to be tough because I am So private but I am assured its confidencial.
Now I have taken the First step this time next week I Will be taking my second
annie76135 krollette66
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krollette66 annie76135
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Knowing We are all at different Stages battling with Depression but Still capable of reaching out to people Has been really humbling
Thank-you
Jo x
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