Support circle for depression

seadog · Post by **seadog** » Tue Mar 24, 2009 10:52 am

Stefanee,
Pecos had a good suggestion that I agree with. There are many causes to depression and I have come to believe that Depression can be just a symptom of these Causes. I know a man who worked with solvents to do wood refinishing. Inhaling these solvents where the cause of his problems. He had a brain scan and a great Dr. to help him with his answers. That isn't the case for me so I'm working in different directions.
Stefanee, My point is this - the Program is a great place to start and like Pecos suggested - Don't hesitate to take what ever action you believe is the direction you should pursue. I just suggest you give yourself and the program a good effort. Action is what I am promoting. Session 3 will help you with overcoming the automatic negative thoughts that can cause us so much Misery... The best to you, Steve

Stefanee · Post by **Stefanee** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 5:28 pm

I'm touched. I have never participated in any sort of group therapy for depression online or otherwise. I knew other people suffered similarly, but to hear directly from you and hear your words of encouragement is inspiring. I didn't have the courage to return to the site and hadn't pulled out the kit since my first posting, but I received an email from Seadog encouraging me to do so, and when I returned to the site, I saw several other postings encouraging me to try the program, and as Pecos says, to pursue all positive avenues. Thank you all for your insight and more so for your inspiration. I am getting the kit out tomorrow morning and giving it a try. Thank you.

Stefanee · Post by **Stefanee** » Thu Mar 26, 2009 4:13 pm

Hi everyone. I am making progress. I've listened to the introductory tape and have started to read the introductory book. I am scared to death, still a little skeptical, but am committed to completing the program. If I can do it ANYONE can.

jack2009 · Post by **jack2009** » Thu Mar 26, 2009 4:22 pm

I'm new to the program -- Finishing session 4 this week. I'm primarily here for depression too, but have found in the program that a lot of my depression is due to anxiety I had covered up pretty well. Are there groups online? This is the part that is very new to me.

Aylajo · Post by **Aylajo** » Mon Apr 20, 2009 6:23 am

I'm new here. I just sent in for the 30 day free trial.

I'm so depressed and I just can't seem to pick myself up. I go to therapy. I was taken off my meds because I had a seizure from 450 mg of Wellbutrin.

I think I'm going crazy. I wish I could buy a ticket to Costa Rica and live on the beach/ocean. I have five kids that I love but...they are so much work, I know I am not doing very well with them. My teenage daughter just had a baby too. My oldest has mental health issues and needs me even though he is 18. I love my boyfriend and I know he loves me but I know I am not getting some things I want that he isn't able to provide. He is going through a lot too in family courts. His ex is denying him parenting time and he hasn't seen his kids for almost two months!

I'm struggling a lot today. Days like this seem to be increasing. I hate it.

On my good days, I'm doing homework and loving it (I will have a BA degree in December 09), I cook dinner for my family, get my kids to do their homework (although months behind),

OK...well...maybe this program will help me...it sure is expensive. I can't afford it at all.

ERB · Post by **ERB** » Mon Apr 20, 2009 9:20 am

Remember live life day by day, all of us has a purpose in life,the key to a happy life resides in each of us. Believe you can and you can. Look at each day as a new start and find happiness in it. Forgive others and yourself, and above all be greatful, remember you are not alone. Let your inner dialog be loving and kind to yourself and others, just say yes I'm free of the negative self talk and move on....I wish everyone well God Bless EB

CG822 · Post by **CG822** » Mon Apr 20, 2009 7:17 pm

I am glad I found the circle!! I have the program, Had it for about 4 yrs! Did maybe half of it last year! I am just not a motivated person I guess, Depression has been with me since I was about 14. I am pushing 26. I've seen it progress and It has for sure gotten the best of me and I WILL NOT let this go on anymore.

I developed anxiety during a horrible relationship, I never thought Id get it, but leaving my depression untreated for so long turned into anxiety. I have reached my ends, it seems that after any turn of event (mostly relationships) I get so depressed and I DO NOT want to leave my bed, I am lifeless and useless.

Ive lost a lot of faith that I once had in God, I am working hard daily to get it back. I feel Ive gotten worse and I cant grasp who I use to be and it irritates me so bad. I need continue support from people like me. I look forward to talking-helping you all as best I can.

magally · Post by **magally** » Mon Apr 27, 2009 7:42 am

I suffer from depression and anxiety and today is a hard one. My best friend moved to Arizona and I feel like I lost part of my heart. She is a great listener and the best hugger. She left two Sundays ago and She was my best supporter. I wish my husband could me more consistent in his support. He has no idea what a person feels when he/she is depressed. It has been 18 years I have been married to him. He can be loving and supporter when he can but other days he can worsen my feelings of depression with his comments.

magally · Post by **magally** » Mon Apr 27, 2009 7:44 am

Originally posted by magally:
I suffer from depression and anxiety and today is a hard one. My best friend moved to Arizona and I feel like I lost part of my heart. She is a great listener and the best hugger. She left two Sundays ago and She was my best supporter. I wish my husband could be more consistent in his support. He has no idea what a person feels when he/she is depressed. It has been 18 years I have been married to him. He can be loving and supporter when he can but other days he can worsen my feelings of depression with his comments. Also my best friend lost her father 2 weeks ago and she told me she was moving one day before she did.

CG822 · Post by **CG822** » Mon Apr 27, 2009 10:01 am

I hear you so well on the best friend thing. Im from MI and all 3 of my BFF's moved out of state!!!!! Its soooo hard. Know one understands me like they do and I feel so alone!!! Lets try to chat everyday and help eachother...