Depression Support Group

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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Depression and Religion

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Dear All

I am new to this website but am very pleased to see that these type of resources exist on the website. I myself am depressed but am much better than what I was several years ago.

Now that I am feeling better I want to make some sense of my depression and understand how it fits in with my faith and religion. If there is anyone who could advise with this I would be most grateful.

I accept all religions so please dont feel that you need to be a Hindu, infact I would like to talk with people from other religions as well.

Many thanks.
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So your hindu
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yes im a Hindu
kiwicsi
kiwicsi
I'm a Christian and not immune to depression. Just because you have faith, a relationship with God etc, doesn't mean you aren't susceptible to mental illness. But my faith in God helps me get through the depression. Perhaps He allows it to happen in my life so I can share experiences like this with other people.
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Cool, would enjoy a chat sometimes.
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I totally agree with kiwicsi.
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yes would be good to chat as well, i will add you to my friends list if thats ok, btw what religion are you?
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kiwicsi - would it be ok if i messaged you and we could discuss this? so we can draw strength from experiences. thanks.
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I feel my depression and my faith are two different animals. Just as if I had a physical disability would not affect my faith.

I think there are helps that God has put in place on this earth that I need to take advantage of

is that what you mean by your question? Having depression affects my social interaction with other people of my faith, but has not compromised my faith in anyway...I do that all by myself
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