Always refer to the Bible when you want to test the truth about something. Never follow after men, or women, hanging on their every word. Don't listen to me unless you can back up what I say from your reading of the Bible. If you are following Jesus and trusting in Him alone He has promised to send you His Spirit to show you what the Bible means. People can muddy the issue and lead you astray, but if you read the Bible and pray for the Spirit's guidance you are in the best hands of all. When we sincerely desire to know God's will He will guide us. However it may not be an easy path you have started on, but it will be the best.
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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