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Hey all.

I'll be heading back down to my college in less than a week. I'm a bit nervous. Last year I lived off campus with my brother, so I did have some local support. But he's moved away since then, so I'll be living in the dorms, which kind of worries me. I'm not really a 'social' kind of guy, and now I'll be living in a small space with some person I do not know, surrounded by many others on my floor that I do not know either. This would be fine if I knew anyone in town that I could spend time with, but the only people I know there are aquiantences, people I would be extreamely nervous about calling out of the blue.

Plus there's the academic pressure. I've been stumbling through college for some time...this is going to be my sixth year working toward a bachelor's degree. I've been put on 'probation' this year, which means if I mess up this semester, I won't have the money to go back.

Plus, someone very important to me just moved several hundred miles away. To say the least, I'm a bit worried, stressed, and sad.

I know that I'll probably be fine if I just focus, have confidence in myself, and give all the effort I can. But I am so worried that my depression will come back, and everything will go wrong like it has with most every year in school.

If anyone could provide words of comfort, advice, or prayers, I'd be very thankfull.
 

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Hey Dos ,

It's a new college year ! You will get to know new people cause we'll be praying to that end!

Worried, stressed, sad...NOT things from our Heavenly Father, but they are unfortunately 'human things'
I know the worried, stressed, sad feelings...Aug 11/06, may have been my last goodbye to my Dad before he goes off to Heaven. I gave this to the Lord... now physically this situation seems to be affecting me as I feel exhausted and such, worry...I can't do anything to change the situation, stressed...not good mix with 'bad' mental health...sad...yes when I think of Dad and I really miss my Mom who is with him.

One of my Favorite Prayers:
Lord grant me the
...Serenity
to accept the things
I cannot change...
Courage to
change the things I can
and Wisdom to
know the difference...

Worried, Stressed, Sad...ALL human emotions (not so good with those suffering mental illnesses) but with God these emotions can be 'kept down' to a minimum. Don't let them overtake you!

DON"T worry about your depression coming back! Enjoy this time that it is 'away'!!! When I am not in the depths of despair...I milk it for everything it's worth!!!

God knows your needs Dos! He would grant you answered prayer if only you were praying BUT... because you are a part of this community... there will be many praying!!!!

I will be one of them!
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Dos:

I am praying for you for strength during this year. I pray that you will get an amazing Christian roommate. I pray that you will get good profs and that your depression will stay at bay. Come back here often to check in.



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I'm so sorry to hear about your father. Parting with someone is never easy, and you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you all for the messages. I am starting to feel more comfortable with the idea of moving, and your words will certainly make this transition a bit less scary. I am optimistic that my roommate will be a good person, Christian or otherwise.


I suppose I should mention...some might have noticed that I am a bit hesitant when it comes to mentioning God or praying in my posts. To tell you the truth, talking about such things is a bit awkward for me...and I know you might be thinking 'then why are you at a Christian forum?' And to that, I'm not really sure I have an answer. Maybe it's because I was refered here and felt obligated to give it a try, maybe it's because I am trying to let God back into my heart, or maybe because I wanted to talk with people on a more spiritual level.
For whatever reason, I'm glad that I have. You folks are the best, and it's been a relief to find a group of people that I know will understand what I am going through, and always offer advice and hope.
I'm so glad you've accepted me into this community, even though I am not yet sure about my relationship with God.
 
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Dear Dos4GW


You know what the problem is and you know what's coming!!! So for the REST of your life you need to take the proper action to safeguard your future.


Scout out a doctor and counselor ahead of time and make contact with them letting them know what you are dealing with. Then the groundwork is laid for IMMEDIATE attention.


This is no different than any other type disease. We must seek the care we need.


THEN HAVE A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR AND REMEMBER:





X Even though you can't see him, GOD is there!!! O
( click on the x and drag to the O ) ( then see who is with you ) steven
 
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Dos, we are indeed gald you are here. You are always welcome, no matter where you are spiritually.

Any situation in life will have it's challenges. The best thing you can do are things you have probably learned over the years.

Yes, Have a plan to get help and local connections made for getting the help you need. Then watch for your triggers, do the best you can to maintain a normal sleepand wake time and general routine-these are so very important to keeping mood swings at bay. Try not to completely isolate yourself, reach out a bit by just saying hi, how are you, but do not be afraid to get alone time when needed. Watch for and know your triggers-for me if music is getting on my nerves, I know I am tending towards manic and need to be very careful in my thinking and coping, and watch for signs of depression, be very proactive in caring for yourself. Eat as healthy a diet as you can, and get excercies in your routine if you can-all of these things in conjuntion with you meds help you maintaina stable mood. These are all things you can make a choice about. Do not be afraid to say you need to change how many hours you have due to your disability. And be kind to yourself and forgive yourself if you don't stick to a plan or have something happen-life is unpredictable and we do make mistakes (thus we need a savior-Jesus)

In the midst of all these things, do not forget that you are a unique person. no one else like you and that God has a purpose and a plan for you and your life. Pray that God will reveal Himself to you, that is a praye He is happy to answer. Then each day as take a few minutes and start in the Gospel of John and pray that prayer for God the HOly Spirit to reveal himself to you and read about 10 verses of John. It will only take a few minutes.

May God reveal Himslef to you and may this year at college be a year of growth, peace and new beginning in so many different ways.
 
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