What depression taught me

For me, the opposite of despair is humor. I developed a keen and versatile sense of humor at an early age, and it has served me well. Dealing with depression is tough but there is always a silver lining to everything.

Being physically alone and mentally alone are two very different things. Depression taught me empathy.

Looks can be deceiving. Everything is temporary, whether good or bad. Boys in general have issues with this aspect , plus you would have covered. Or you could speak on suffering.

Or talk about teen struggles like lust, and depression or something. I realize that you are limited to 4-minutes and am confident that you can get your message across by using one of the two stories that I mention below. That there are things that bring you joy.

But the truth is that happiness can be found everywhere. I’m grateful for the grace of God and the support of those around me. I’m looking forward to a time when there will be no mourning, no more tears, and no more pain. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. An authentic life is a good life.

When we hide our truth from other’s, it’s impossible to be satisfied. Being honest about who you are, no matter the opinion of others is the foundation for happiness. I spent most of my days inside my room, with the four walls of it giving me a version of the world where I could unmask the entire pretense and drown in wretchedness without anyone watching and judging me. These are the lessons I’ve learned from experiencing depression : 1. Online Therapy with a Licensed Counselor. There is a time for everything.

Available Anyti me , Anywhere You Need It. Only once we escape can we look back and see that we had been fighting all along in our own way. You have your good days and you have your bad days.

Your pillow is there for you more often than not.

Countess times I cried myself to sleep in the dead of night where no one could hear me. I cannot remember my first son’s birth. I remember how dry my throat was during labor, and how they told me that his heart rate was dropping.

We do not live in movies where we can skip. Living life to the fullest requires bad experiences. Writing is a good cure. We get tired with unceasing sadness and pain.

Fear and courage can co-exist. A woman living with existential depression and anxiety describes what her mental health struggles has taught her about the meaning of life. Affordable, Private, Professional Counseling Anyti me , Anywhere.