how can i get rid of depression.... i hate it... it is holding me back in ever aspect of my life and i want out....
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i've tried to ignore it and pretend its not there... which has evidentally not worked... i just want to be normal...
im not totally sure why i feel like i do, no....
im not totally sure why i feel like i do, no....
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i havent said to anyone out right that i suffer from depression... but i suppose some people have guessed, like those who know i SI...
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I take it your friends are the ones who know you SI. The thing about depression is that it can cause you to isolate yourself. It can also cause you to to feel as though you don't want to burden people with your problems.
The first step for you to start pulling out of depression is to start talking about it to someone who can help. That is pretty much what you did by posting in here. I would also suggest you also talk to some older people about how you feel. Are there any older people you trust you can think of who you can talk to about this? Your parents, your pastor...etc. If your friends know and you open up to them that is good but if you really want to get out of depression you have to go further than that.
Who can you start talking to about this?
The first step for you to start pulling out of depression is to start talking about it to someone who can help. That is pretty much what you did by posting in here. I would also suggest you also talk to some older people about how you feel. Are there any older people you trust you can think of who you can talk to about this? Your parents, your pastor...etc. If your friends know and you open up to them that is good but if you really want to get out of depression you have to go further than that.
Who can you start talking to about this?
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i suppose i could talk to my pastor, i think he would understand...
i dont tend to tell my friends everything, because i feel like im complaining all the time and bothering them with stuff they prob dont want to hear... i may ask if i can talk to my pastor on sunday...
i dont tend to tell my friends everything, because i feel like im complaining all the time and bothering them with stuff they prob dont want to hear... i may ask if i can talk to my pastor on sunday...
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PorcelainHeart
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It's hard to deal with depression, and you can't get rid of it. You just have to go on with life the best you can. I think you need to talk to a preacher or someone who is older. I hope the best for you, and I hope you can get over your depression.
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AnointedPoetess
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Depression is a very hard thing to get thru but with Gods help, u can overcome! if ya ever need to talk just pm ok?
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CharlieGee said:
I think that is a good start. Also, take a look at this web site by Billy Graham, they have a section on Depression for Christians They have some really good advice on that site.
It is good that you are going to take the first step of talking to your pastor. You want to open up about what you are going through. Don't get discouraged if you get some bad advice from someone either. The only people who really know how bad depression is are people who have suffered it and professionals. So that means you will have to learn about this yourself, for the sake of yourself. The next step will be to make sure that you get in contact with a professional. SI is serious and needs to be addressed with professional help. There is nothing wrong with that. Just like the Billy Graham web site says "God gave doctors and their medical knowledge to us; one of the Apostle Paul's closest companions was Luke, whom he called 'the beloved physician'"
CharlieGee, I'm sorry you are suffering depression. To get out of depression you will need to slowly step your way out. Start by praying, seeking the Lord through worship, opening up to those who love you, and by getting professional help.
Please get back to us here in the forum and let us know how your meeting with your pastor goes. We have all suffered the same pain you have and we care about you.
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thank you all for your encouraging words, i really have to build myself up to talk to my pastor tomorrow, im pooing myself, i might ask someone else to accompany me, for support.... maybe.... ><
i think i can get through SI on my own, and i really dont want to go to a professional, no doubt they will put me on more meds ><
i dont SI as often as i used to, and i am constantly trying to stop (if you get what i mean)... if i SI, its like falling over, i get back up, i start again with trying to stop... i will succeed....
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i think i can get through SI on my own, and i really dont want to go to a professional, no doubt they will put me on more meds ><
i dont SI as often as i used to, and i am constantly trying to stop (if you get what i mean)... if i SI, its like falling over, i get back up, i start again with trying to stop... i will succeed....
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CharlieGee said:
You sound like you have the courage to get through SI. I also understand that you don't want to approach the problem with meds. However, professional help is more than taking pills; it is about getting help by people who are educated in depression and how to treat it. Refuse the meds if you like but get involved with the group counseling and therapy.
I'm glad you are taking the step to see your pastor. You are making steps in the right direction.
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