Photo by Mika Baumeister on UnsplashI began 2023 by updating my list of Coping Statements.After 4 years, it seemed time to make sure my list was up to date. I wanted to see what I am using and what coping statements I have passed over. With a collection of 101 coping statements, I can use for my depression and anxiety, knowing which ones seem to help is important.And I have … [Read more...] about My Updated 2023 Coping Statements for Depression and Anxiety
Coping Statements for Depression
Depression Has Made the Low Bar to Entry Seem Impassable
I want to take advantage of my employer’s online mental health resources.But depression has made the low bar to entry seem impenetrable. All I need to do to set up an account and access the resources is to supply the access code number issued by my company.I don’t have an access code.I followed the directions, downloaded the app, and can see the end. All I need to do now is … [Read more...] about Depression Has Made the Low Bar to Entry Seem Impassable
Has Depression made Me an Overachiever?
Is depression spurring on my overachieving, or would I be an overachiever without depression?That’s what I am grappling with today. Understanding where this need to do is coming from, I am looking at all possibilities. I cannot remember a time where I didn’t feel the need to be productive. As far back as I can remember, I have always had a list of things I wanted to do.I had my … [Read more...] about Has Depression made Me an Overachiever?
Why is it So Hard Getting Approval For Mental Health Treatment?
I finally found someone who I can work with and I am told that my insurance will not cover the visits.So I left him and found a counselor that was covered under my plan. After 4 or 5 visits, it was clear that we were not meshing. Well, I certainly felt that way. We did talk for 45 minutes at each session, but talking about my days seemed to be all I was doing. And I did not … [Read more...] about Why is it So Hard Getting Approval For Mental Health Treatment?
A Decision To Control My Attitude With 101 Coping Statements For Depression And Anxiety
Being in control is important to me.I think most people seek this in some fashion. Even the most depressed and anxious people have their limits. And I know there are lines I will not cross. Sometimes I learn where these lines are when I explode. Tamping down my responses, I am a powder keg ready to explode.I pack more and more emotions into this vessel, in my attempts to remain … [Read more...] about A Decision To Control My Attitude With 101 Coping Statements For Depression And Anxiety
