The statistics are compelling. What’s the first thing most of us do if we want to find out more about something? Google it. Every two seconds somebody Googles 'depression' in the UK. While anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., depression isn’t far behind. The most recent depression statistics are: According to data from the 2017 … [Read more...] about 300 Million People Around the World Have Depression* and I Am One of Them
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Even the dog got up early today
I have a therapy appointment this morning. When the alarm went off, I got up and went into the bathroom to take my medicine. After my psychiatrist appointment last month, he felt the 20 mg. of Prozac was all I needed, and I should see him again next month. I am still impressed that he actually spent time with me during my appointment. I had expected 5 minutes and we … [Read more...] about Even the dog got up early today
Why do I set challenges for myself?
Why am I always challenging myself? Is it to accomplish more than I thought I could and or is it to make a competition out of my ‘to-do’ list? I read a very thought-provoking article this morning that has me thinking about how I procrastinate, but even more importantly, why I procrastinate. While everyone procrastinates occasionally, it can easily become a habit … [Read more...] about Why do I set challenges for myself?
First time on a plane
Ok, so it’s the first time I will have flown since being in the hospital for depression. I am an avid adventurer and have been flying for over 50 years. I remember when people smoked on a plane. I remember pre 9/11 security and when we called flight attendants “stewardesses.” Giving up control to the pilot and crew has never been an issue for me. Now that doesn’t mean … [Read more...] about First time on a plane
Can I really take the weekend off?
I don’t know about this. Taking two days to spend with family visiting from out of town? Not going to my day job because I requested off. Not going into my home office and writing? Not worrying about mowing the south 40, or edging around the porch with the weed eater? How is that even possible to not think, worry, obsess, or be anxious about taking care of these … [Read more...] about Can I really take the weekend off?