That translates into over 83,000 words about my journey with depression. And the journey is just getting started. Journaling has been one of my self-care activities. Writing about what I am feeling and thinking has been a way for me to work through my depression and “get in touch with my feelings." This is still very new to me and requires me paying … [Read more...] about With Your Encouragement, I Have Written 100 Blog Posts
SMART Recovery
Why did I make that decision?
Making decisions is part of life. “Do I brush my teeth this morning?†“Yes, I will.†“Will I take out the trash before going to work?†“No, I will get it tonight when I get home.†We make hundreds of these simple choices every day. Most of them are … [Read more...] about Why did I make that decision?
My uncharted journey into the future
As I travel the new road facing my depression, it is clear the path is not straight. As I read and learn more about depression, I ran across the concept of stages of change. Currently, I am reading the SMART Recovery Handbook. It reminds me that it’s difficult to change long-standing behaviors, even when new ones are better for you. Depression has a … [Read more...] about My uncharted journey into the future
How I Found Out Superheroes Are Real
Until recently, I didn’t know that superheroes are real. But now I have proof. You might pass by one and not realize the power they have within themselves. Even worse, you might have an assumption about, and possibly pre-judge their abilities before learning of their superpowers. This is sadly a common mistake many of us are guilty of. Superheroes come in all … [Read more...] about How I Found Out Superheroes Are Real
When Will I Ask These 12 Better Questions?
This is one of the key skills I must learn if I am to make sure depression is not my boss. Asking better questions, not just hearing the voice of depression will keep me from making impulsive, rash, and often destructive decisions. In the hospital, I was given a handout titled “How to Challenge Unhelpful Thinking Styles.†My thanks to the nurses … [Read more...] about When Will I Ask These 12 Better Questions?
