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logansrogueI would have left a message in my journal on September 10 talking about how hard it is dealing with depression and how we shouldn't be ashamed of it. Maybe it's a good sign that I was too busy being wrapped up in life (boyfriend, gaming, playing with nieces, etc) rather than focusing on my own sadness.
But it's really important to talk about this issue. A lot of people say talking about an issue doesn't help, but this is one of those cases where they're WRONG. One message at the right time can save a life.
A person should NEVER feel ashamed of having the urge to hurt themselves. Some of us need a little more help than others to deal with stress - this is nothing to feel bad about. People should be encouraged to share their feelings with one another and trust a small circle of people with their problems. Everyone needs help.
I'm lucky. I have friends from all over the globe who have supported me through some pretty black times. I don't know how I am blessed in this, but I thank God and do what I can to help other people as I've been helped - spreading the love, yo.
So if you're feeling black - TALK ABOUT IT. Always talk about it. And don't feel bad about feeling bad. Or taking pills if it comes to that. Most importantly, if you don't suffer depression, make sure you're respectful and supportive of those that do. No kid gloves, no patronising behaviour, no "Pip pip! Chin up!". Just compassion and a little bit of care.
/soapbox.
God I've been serious today! I r serious Nacey! This r serious post!
But it's really important to talk about this issue. A lot of people say talking about an issue doesn't help, but this is one of those cases where they're WRONG. One message at the right time can save a life.
A person should NEVER feel ashamed of having the urge to hurt themselves. Some of us need a little more help than others to deal with stress - this is nothing to feel bad about. People should be encouraged to share their feelings with one another and trust a small circle of people with their problems. Everyone needs help.
I'm lucky. I have friends from all over the globe who have supported me through some pretty black times. I don't know how I am blessed in this, but I thank God and do what I can to help other people as I've been helped - spreading the love, yo.
So if you're feeling black - TALK ABOUT IT. Always talk about it. And don't feel bad about feeling bad. Or taking pills if it comes to that. Most importantly, if you don't suffer depression, make sure you're respectful and supportive of those that do. No kid gloves, no patronising behaviour, no "Pip pip! Chin up!". Just compassion and a little bit of care.
/soapbox.
God I've been serious today! I r serious Nacey! This r serious post!
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Date: 2008-09-11 08:38 pm (UTC)I find that even talking aside, what helps most is knowing that someone cares enough to NOTICE.
It sounds ridiculous and like it's out of a movie, but feeling loved, whether it's a boy or girl of your choice, or mummy and daddy, or siblings or friends... that helps me in my dark times more than anything. Including Errol Flynn movies.
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Date: 2008-09-12 06:53 am (UTC)*hugs* thanks for being so awesome!!
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Date: 2008-09-12 08:33 am (UTC)