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“I Suffer From Depression.” Here’s What I Am Learning.

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Can I Share My Life Experiences in A Published Book?

January 29, 2022 by Depression Is Not My Boss Leave a Comment

Having written two books, I know what it would take to write another one. However, the first two books were not personal. At least not in the same way as what I am currently contemplating. One book is on basic management and the other focuses on what you need to get hired. In each book, I gave personal STARS; examples of situations I encountered, the actions I took, and the … [Read more...] about Can I Share My Life Experiences in A Published Book?

Never Again Will You Not Face Your Depression

November 22, 2020 by Depression Is Not My Boss Leave a Comment

Never again will you not face your depression and forget self-care

Not facing my depression was a direct slap in the face to Self-Care. I have written extensively about my struggle with self-care. Finding the balance between “just say no,” and the needs of others can be confusing. Self-care starts with the premise that you must put your oxygen mask on before helping others. I get that, but my generation was not brought up automatically … [Read more...] about Never Again Will You Not Face Your Depression

The Real Truth About Depression and My Survivors Guilt

November 10, 2020 by Depression Is Not My Boss 1 Comment

I feel guilt and shame for surviving depression while others have committed suicide

Some days I need to remind myself that I have depression. But most days, I know that depression and I have a lifelong connection. As I move further away from my time in the hospital, I am beginning to feel guilty for being alive. The better things are going in my life, the more I feel guilty. After all there are many people in much worse shape than I ever was, even as I … [Read more...] about The Real Truth About Depression and My Survivors Guilt

Why I’m Still Dealing with The Fallout From MDD

October 7, 2020 by Depression Is Not My Boss Leave a Comment

My major depressive disorder is still casuing stress as I deal with the bills and the payments for services

Every time I think I have gotten all the pieces sorted out regarding my treatment for depression, a new wrinkle appears. Learning to live with depression and understanding my relationship with it has been eye-opening. Going from concealing it, not facing it, never even saying the word to now acknowledging it has been a roller coaster ride. And on top of that, I am dealing … [Read more...] about Why I’m Still Dealing with The Fallout From MDD

What Makes Me Feel Obliged to Struggle with Self-Care?

August 30, 2020 by Depression Is Not My Boss Leave a Comment

Self-care is a way to lead a balanced life with depression

On the surface, the term self-care seems straight-forward. I Googled® the definition just to be sure my assessment of self-care was in line with general notions. Based on this definition, I feel I understand what the idea of self-care is all about. self-care /ˌselfˈker/ noun the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health. "autonomy in … [Read more...] about What Makes Me Feel Obliged to Struggle with Self-Care?

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I write My Concealed Depression to create Mental Health AwarenessHello, I am Joel. I have Major Depressive Disorder.  I am genuinely determined to figure out my personal relationship with depression. With 40+ years of living with concealed depression, I write my blog to find answers. 

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