Depression / My thoughts

The 3 MAJOR things that have contributed to my depression 

It's been a really, really long day for me and I apologize for not getting to this sooner. I wanted to update you on how my first solo therapy appointment went today.  I have been managing my depression pretty well for most of my life. I take my meds and talked to our longtime family therapist when I feel the need. Lately, that hasn't been enough.  Those of you who've been around for a long time can probably tell when I struggle more because it impacts my writing.  I've had a few concerned readers urge me to get my own therapist but what I was doing at the time, was working for me.  Having said that, I've struggling more lately and after hearing what everyone had to say and talking…

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February 1, 2017
Read more about the article I made a very big decision in regards to my #depression
Depression / My thoughts

I made a very big decision in regards to my #depression

This will be a super quick post but important nonetheless. I've been very open about my struggles with depression. I'm not ashamed and I truly hope doing so helps at least one other person to open up about their struggle with depression. I made a major decision about how I'm managing my depression. Some of you will be happy to hear this and others will just be gaining insight. This has been a sort of hot button issue between myself and some of my concerned readers. For many years, I've taken the same approach to my depression management and its worked for the most part. However, after some soul searching and discussions with my wife, I've decided that I will begin seeing someone outside of our family therapist. This will…

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January 31, 2017
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Lizze / Major Update / My thoughts

MAJOR UPDATE: Here’s what’s going on with my wife

There's a part of me that's still getting used to my wife and I being back together, in regards to my writing anyway. I don't often include her in my writing because I got so used to avoiding any mentions while we were separated for almost two years. This is a problem, and I mean to address that moving forward. Lizze plays a vital role in our daily life, and there are things that should be talked about. For the more personal stuff, I will refer you to her blog, www.themamaspace.com. She shares personal insights about herself and her struggle. I'll be touching on some of the basics, though. I want to get things started by playing a little bit of catch up. You may already know that Lizze struggles…

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January 27, 2017
Read more about the article How #Depression impacts my life
Depression / My thoughts

How #Depression impacts my life

Depression has been a constant companion of mine since I was a teenager. I've spoken very openly about this war I'm waging, and I'm going to try and provide you with some further insight. I've always referred to my struggles with Depression as a war because depression is a life long struggle, consisting of many battles. Some battles will be won, and others lost, just like any other war. It's important for me to share these battles because there's such a lack of understanding in regards to mental illness in general but more specifically, Depression. My hope is that my story will inspire others to share theirs as well. I've fought many battles against Depression over the years. There are times I feel like I'm gaining ground and others where I feel…

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January 14, 2017