Sometimes it's difficult to write my blog. I am feeling a bit low at the moment. It's easy to feel guilty when you feel like this because it seems so wrong to feel low when I consider all the wonderful things I have in God. He is my Saviour and nothing else should matter. I know from experience that this time of depression will soon pass. Spring will soon be on the way and that will help. Meantime I hope to perk up and encourage you on your journey.
There are two main types of depression, reactive, which is a reaction to your circumstances and endogenous, which is a part of your makeup and not entirely affected by your circumstances. I get the second type. When I am depressed I like to sleep a lot, this is probably not a good thing as depression can lift if you do not have extra sleep. It is all very well knowing that , but acting upon it is another thing. Exercise is also beneficial. Some sorts of depression can be lifted by taking these measures, but some people need medication. You need to get to know your doctor and develope a relationship with him/her where you feel you can trust their judgement. Do look for help as there are lots of possibilities out there. It is not good to spend long stretches of time on your own. Talking with other people will often help lift your spirits, especially if they are people who have gone through this experience themselves. Maybe you need to join a self help group. Avoid people who tell...
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