In recent years, depression has been a big part of my birthday. To call it a birthday celebration would be wrong. From my perspective, there was no celebration involved. It was just a day to get through. And I did it by pulling together my high-functioning depression skills. I have honed this skill over many decades and can turn it on now, at will. But using my … [Read more...] about I’m Happy Depression Wasn’t At My Birthday Party
Archives for November 2021
Singing to Music As I Drive Gives Me Too Much Time to Think
I imagine the artists would be flattered to hear I get lost in their music. And in and of itself, that is not a bad thing. But what I have found happening in the past few weeks is a song triggers a memory. The memory is often pleasant, but many times it’s painful. I try to ignore most of these thoughts by singing along. But the memory crowds in and begins to block out … [Read more...] about Singing to Music As I Drive Gives Me Too Much Time to Think
Thanksgiving 2021 – I’m Darn Glad to Be Here
Remembering April 2 ½ years ago, I couldn’t begin to imagine I would see 2021. Yet, I am here, REALLY HERE. I have plans for the future. Happily, my days are now filled with times of being in the moment. Each day I practice self-care in all of the forms that make me happy and recharge my batteries. 2 ½ years ago, I would not have thought any of this was possible. Of … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving 2021 – I’m Darn Glad to Be Here
Even With My Depression, I Am Still Thankful
Lately, I am amazed at how much I must live for. There have been times in my life where this wasn’t true. And times where all I could do was summon enough courage to get through the day. And times where I contemplated what it would be like to no longer have to push that same rock up the same hill. I find myself this morning thankful for time. Each time I am up against … [Read more...] about Even With My Depression, I Am Still Thankful
My Self-Care Helps Me and May Encourage Others
Self-care means different things to different people. Soaking in a bubble bath with candles all around the tub, while classical music plays softly in the background used to come to mind when I heard self-care. That thought used to make me cringe. Now I see the term as a catch-all for activities that I choose, which give me joy and relief from anything bothering me. How … [Read more...] about My Self-Care Helps Me and May Encourage Others