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.
Scoff not at the tears of the broken man
for ridicule breeds emotional quicksand
Mourn not the spirit of the battered wife
for pity grows nothing in the fields of life
Turn no deaf ear to the anguished cries
for ignorance is not bliss if the child dies
Reach out with compassion and lend a hand
to renew their faith in the kindness of man
Give them strength to break free of the chains
of the past so wrought with heartach and pain
Nurture their courage to rise above
by sowing hope through the seeds of love
for ridicule breeds emotional quicksand
Mourn not the spirit of the battered wife
for pity grows nothing in the fields of life
Turn no deaf ear to the anguished cries
for ignorance is not bliss if the child dies
Reach out with compassion and lend a hand
to renew their faith in the kindness of man
Give them strength to break free of the chains
of the past so wrought with heartach and pain
Nurture their courage to rise above
by sowing hope through the seeds of love
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
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My ENT sent me for more tests last week...one where they had me lie back in a chair, with blacked out goggles on so I couldn't see while they administered water into my ears one at a time ( first warm, then room-tempurature, then cold) while they video taped my eyes and asked me questions to determine how cognizant I was... This test went HORRIBLY. They were about 20 seconds or so into...
Great job!!
*HUGS*
And I think this post is wonderful. Thank you. I hope others take the time to read it.