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A little positivity

doncornelius
doncornelius

when things go bad we don’t know what to do. This isn’t something that only happens to you. Even people who aren’t depressed get like that. Every time you get out of bed in the morning knowing what’s in store for you takes more courage that you really know. Today for example I didn’t even make it out of bed before I started getting bad news. I went to check the time on my phone and found several texts and voice messages that I didn’t need to see. It’s several hours later and I’m outside doing my thing. I have that feeling in the pit of my stomach and that itch in the back of my mind, but I’m not going to let it stop me. You shouldn’t let it stop you.

ivorymuse04
ivorymuse04
I made it out of bed but as soon as I woke up I was crying and shaking because I feel paralyzed like I literally can’t do anything. I’m still in my pajamas and it’s one o clock in the afternoon. I had to get out of the house and yep in my pajamas that is how lousy I feel but I had to leave the house because I feel so depressed and I’m at my moms and we went to Arbys and sadly in my pajamas. I just don’t care about anything today.
Solus
Solus
Well done for getting on with your day despite the start you had. Depression can be debilitating, but I find keeping busy, completing the tasks I set for myself, helps to keep me going. I make a plan for the day, then focus on one thing at a time, If I think too far ahead it overwhelms me and I have that 'mountain to climb' feeling.
Good to see your positive thoughts Don.
Restful
Restful
Nice work pushing through the distress. Sometimes it’s easier than others for me to do this.
eli_mom
eli_mom
Hi- I’m sorry to hear about the bad news. I'm glad you chose to get up and not be affected by that news.
Your choice is an encouragement to everyone especially to those who are suffering.

Take care and God bless.
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