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There is a flip side to the much advertised holiday joy, optimism, hope, generosity, peace on earth and good will to all. For some there is a dark side present known as the holiday blues. It can be filled with self criticism, loneliness, self doubt, stress, anxiety and pessimism.
The images of ... Views: 1185
Codependents often wonder what is normal. They feel insecure and wonder how others perceive them. Many tell me they don’t really know themselves. They’ve become people-pleasers, editing what they say and adapting their behavior to the feelings and needs of others. Some sacrifice ... Views: 1185
Depression is chemical imbalance in your brain but chemical imbalance is not from your birth. There was a time when you were not depressed rather you were happy and peaceful but over a period of time you developed a few habits consciously or unconsciously which led you to depression. Now those ... Views: 1184
'She is a friend of mind. She gather me, man. The pieces I am, she gather them and give them back to me in all the right order.'Toni Morrison, Beloved
How do you sleep? Sleep, the beloved time when care is put to rest and angels guard us. Or it would be if I was mistress of a large house in ... Views: 1184
People with confidence are generally more successful at achieving their goals than those who have low self-esteem. Confident people are likely to get more raises and have better relationships because they lack the dependency that a large portion of the population exhibits. Here are five ... Views: 1183
The Presenting Problem
When Mindy* got into trouble, her mother, Sharon*, came to me for help. Sharon took off from work to come to the appointment but her husband did not come. That in itself was not unusual. But Sharon reported that he was not interested in dealing with the problem and she ... Views: 1183
Emotional Support Animals(ESAs) like emotional support cat are sidekicks that are embraced or gotten back particularly for the emotional and mental improvement of their human partners. Animals have been demonstrated to have a calming and beneficial outcome on those surrounding them and ... Views: 1183
Have you ever felt so stuck; it seemed that you were never going to become unstuck? Did you ever feel that way, and then you made your way to freedom just to end up right back to the place of deep stuck-ness; where there seems to be no options, no ideas and/or hope for actually moving forward. ... Views: 1182
Online Counseling is a very effective and also very convenient option for many people. Convenience is one of the main factors - people are often too busy to take the time to drive to and from a therapist's office. It is much more time-efficient to simply turn to your computer and make that Skype ... Views: 1182
Our world is a living hell. Everyone here is selfish. Everyone is an actor.
For most people the life conditions are unbearable. They have too many existential and material problems. They also have family problems and problematic relationships. They hate their job, or they are unemployed.
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Have your child suddenly started shouting without any reason, is he or she has started doing poorly at school? Well it can be because your child is suffering from depression. Depression in children has come under light from last few decades only, and still now most of the parents take it as bad ... Views: 1181
Depression in teenagers is a big problem that will affect all aspects of a teenager’s life. If not treated, it could affect problems not only at home and at school, but it could also lead to other issues such as drug abuse, self-hatred, and even suicide. Parents, guardians, teachers, friends, ... Views: 1181
1. Why did you decide to share your story with the world?
Answer – This is a very good question and one I have asked myself many times over. The answer is not very black and white; it’s was a combination of many factories. It truth at first it was a way of trying to heal myself, if I could ... Views: 1181
The best postpartum depression treatment includes avoiding full length mirrors for at least 6 months. After that baby comes out, postpartum depression can easily happen once you look in the mirror. Give yourself a break if you aren’t looking fabulous just yet. Remember your midsection has ... Views: 1181
Have you ever felt this world is such a burial mound?. Have your ever felt all alone in this world?. Have you ever felt you friends, family seems stay away from you?. That is when you are too sad and exhausted, but don’t worry, we will show you these 12 tips to feel happier below to boost your ... Views: 1176
People who engage in regular exercise, including walking, show improvement in their depression, comparable to people treated with antidepressant medication, demonstrating that exercise and depression recovery are linked. Exercise has none of the harmful and potentially deadly side effects of ... Views: 1175
It's a tradition that could be especially helpful in the wake of the recession, as people work to overcome the potentially devastating psychological effects associated with layoffs, foreclosures and the loss of businesses.
Fortunately, Americans have come together to help one ... Views: 1174
I recently had the pleasure of visiting a couple, who are dear friends of mine. It was a very special visit because I got to meet their 3 day old baby. I believe that every baby is a blessing but for this couple, it is an extra special blessing. Their journey in becoming parents has taken ... Views: 1174
Deuteronomy 31:8 “The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
We are so blessed to have God to lean on. When others have left us or let us down, we still have God. When we feel others don’t care, God ... Views: 1173
Depression can easily be cured through dream therapy because it is only a first indication that there is a certain abnormality in the functioning of your psyche. Depression is not a mental illness in its initial stages. It is in fact the beginning of a process of consciousness that can have ... Views: 1172
Prescription Anti-Depressants, Tranquillizers and Sleeping Tablets are regularly prescribed by doctors to treat anything from bereavement to postnatal depression. While there are many responsible and caring doctors out there, there are also many who over prescribe. This may sometimes be due to ... Views: 1171
When you find yourself crying a lot, getting angry a lot, complaining a lot, feeling depressed a lot (you get the idea); your emotions are out of check. You’re being flooded with emotion, which makes “thinking”, good judgment and decision making impossible. This so frequently ... Views: 1167
Chronically depressed?
I’m certain you’ve tried everything you could find and nothing seems to work. I’d like to offer you a simple, low cost, non-toxic approach that has worked well for my students and I believe it just might work for you too.
Like the lotus growing in the mud, I used my ... Views: 1163
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress and so exhausted that you barely have the energy or time to do the things you would actually enjoy?
You are not alone. In fact if you are spending your days in a toxic work or home environment you can look at any one of your co-workers or family members ... Views: 1163
Individual psychotherapy can help people overcome the fear of taking risks in life. To obtain important goals in life, individuals must take calculated risks. However, many people focus on failing to reach the goals they want, or they are afraid of the unknown consequences of failing. People are ... Views: 1163
Coping with depression
Hello Beloved Ones I am Mother Mary,
I come forward at this time to help you overcome much of the burden and the pain that you who are depressed suffer with. In truth even if you are not diagnosed with depression you are still suffering with it, as in this day and age ... Views: 1162
Is Depression Real?
Real or not how can we defeat depression?
Submitted by Jack Bass, B.A., LL.B.
Do you have a choice?
s depression a true mental illness requiring years of diagnosis to uncover and then deal with childhood trauma or is it subject to a faster resolution? ... Views: 1162
Complete healing from depression is easier than many people imagine.
It is widely believed that depression treatment without drugs is not possible, because it is assumed that this problem is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. However, in my work with my clients I have observed that ... Views: 1161
Stress can lead to mental depression as well as can affect one's health. It can surely hamper our quality of life. Therefore it's crucial for us to find time to fight the stress. People can overcome mental depression if they can find time to play a musical instrument. It's not only ... Views: 1161
Stress and depression are some of the problems that make people seek out meditation as a way out of their problems. There are two major types of depression - one is the type that is caused by external forces such as the way people treat you, circumstances around you, hardship, illness and other ... Views: 1161
Our world is in a bit of dire straits right now. Everyone is justifiably concerned about the economy. Many people are losing their jobs. This may be affecting you directly, or perhaps it is not your turn yet. If you are losing the things around you, it might very well be the end of the world as ... Views: 1161
Outside the rain patters on the roof-tops, the sky is blanket shade of mid-grey and there is a distinct chill in the air.
There, doesn’t that make you feel … well not so good.
As winter arrives the Northern hemisphere, many people feel more depressed as their mood starts changing. Some of ... Views: 1161
Today is the start of a new day. You wake up in the morning and the first thing that hits you is the fact that you don’t have a job. With the huge amount of unemployment and layoffs, you are not alone. But, in this case,
“misery does not love company.”
Most people are now hit with a feeling ... Views: 1160
Depression can be completely cured thanks to the method of dream interpretation discovered by Carl Jung. I greatly simplified his method for you, and today you can immediately understand the meaning of all dreams. This simplification was based on new scientific discoveries that clarified ... Views: 1159
The word depression is used in different contexts. Some people claim it for minor problems like being disappointed, hurt or discouraged. Others use it to describe feelings of such heaviness and dejection that they are barely able to function. Symptoms may be so severe that it becomes a life-long ... Views: 1158
Spending an afternoon working on the car, gardening, or even cleaning the house can be fun when we have an interest in the project. Yet, we can also find joy in the chores and tasks we don't especially like. All we need is a change of attitude, a different approach, a little music, or some help ... Views: 1158
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Depression is now a global epidemic. It is the main factor behind suicide, which now claims more than a million lives per year worldwide. One in ... Views: 1157
Humans have been visiting naturally occurring hot springs for thousands of years, enjoying the sensation of being surrounded by pleasantly hot water. Hot tubs came into popularity in the 1970s and have only become more common throughout the years as technology has improved.
If you're ... Views: 1157
For many sufferers, depression brings on feelings of guilt and shame and because of these feelings, they will not seek help. But are these feelings valid? Lack of understanding – both in sufferers and non-sufferers – clouds the issue. So here’s how to end the stigma associated with depression, ... Views: 1157
While much is said about various anxiety and mental disorders, depression is one of the most common. While men are wired differently than women, they can also suffer from the effects of depression while not even recognizing the signs of the illness. This no doubt is due to the need to be well ... Views: 1156
Nearly three million American teenagers are affected by depression annually, according to a new government report. Paolo del Vecchio, director of the Center for Mental Health Services at the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), said, “Adolescence is a critical ... Views: 1151
It is very important for us to know that mental illness is as common as physical illness nowadays. Most of us believe that mental health conditions are rare, but this is not the truth. 1 in 4 people have mental illness at some point in their lives. Many of us are not at all ready to accept the ... Views: 1151
Most people are curious about a child’s ability to meditate. Many adults can’t seem to find the time nor have the patience, so people wonder how could a child sit still long enough to meditate? Remarkably, children love to meditate. Meditation allows children to use their creative imagination ... Views: 1149
As we get older we can feel isolated and alone. Everybody has the ‘blues’ sometimes, but depression is a different thing. You can find difficulty in sleeping, or doing your job, you can feel anxious or maybe can’t concentrate. Anyone with these symptoms could have depression. This is a common ... Views: 1149
Food is nature’s way with supplying your body with what it needs and craves, including treatment for diseases and things like depression. If you are eating processed, sugar laden foods every cell in your body is screaming for nutrients.
Most people don’t think of food as one of the natural ... Views: 1149
If we all understood the direct relationship of our diet and depression, quite possibly the pharmaceuticals could be out of the anti-depressant business. Not too recently I came across some info that revealed how drug companies are putting natural ingredients into their drugs and labeling them ... Views: 1148
Heart disease is one of the most widespread diseases in the world. It affects millions of people and is number one cause of death in many countries. To deal with heart disease it is necessary to make some lifestyle changes, be physically active and eat healthy diet. Furthermore, it’s also ... Views: 1147
If you’ve ever suffered from a depression, whether for a few hours, days, months or even years, you know it is a very dark place. “Just think a happy thought” people tell you. The problem is, you simply can’t even remember one, let alone think about it or allow yourself the pleasure of ... Views: 1145
Some people call it the 'blues' and some people call it the 'pits' and some call it 'feeling down in the dumps'. But whatever you may call it, being depressed is a horrible feeling.
The most common types of depression are:
Major Depression, which is characterized by sadness, Insomnia and ... Views: 1143