Unsplash I am amazed at the changes the last month has brought.A month ago, I had just returned from trekking in the Grand Canyon. Things were better than OK, the family was great, and I had just booked a flight up north for Thanksgiving. Work was good, and I was getting to use the wood stove some mornings to take the chill out of the living room.And then stuff hit the … [Read more...] about There’s a Lot Going On, So Is Being OK, OK?
depression is not my boss
I’m Writing A List Of Things That Are True About Me
Colin + Meg UnsplashI am going very slowly working with this idea.Creating a list of things that are true about me is not easy. While I am beginning to think of more substantial things, I am still using things like "I enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning" as a fallback.I suppose it narrows down who I am in some way, but it seems like a cheap item to list. My gut is telling me … [Read more...] about I’m Writing A List Of Things That Are True About Me
I’m Getting Ready To Tell Work That I Have Depression – Part II
[ I published this in July and it is now September. After a few months of additional procrastination, I am finally going to share my news. After all, I'm not getting any younger. And, I have had two therapy sessions with a new therapist. These are already reminding me of the strength I have within. Now it is a matter of using that strength to follow through. If my story can … [Read more...] about I’m Getting Ready To Tell Work That I Have Depression – Part II
Can I Really Beat My Depression?
Photo by kevin Baquerizo on Unsplash My personal history aside, I feel my gut saying the outcome is at best 50-50.There have been times in my life where depression has been the driving force. And yet there have been years where depression was missing. And I spent most of my life denying that my having depression was even a possibility. I knew there were times where things were … [Read more...] about Can I Really Beat My Depression?
Love Yourself First, And Everything Else Falls into Line.
I came across this quote as I was catching up on world events this morning.“Love yourself first, and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world.” - Lucille BallThe fact that I grew up watching Lucille Ball made this even more special for me.I have heard this idea before and am still trying to make this my own mantra. “I … [Read more...] about Love Yourself First, And Everything Else Falls into Line.
