Well after a bit of a wait I have finally been for the first session with a counsellor. Now before I sound like I am made of money, would be nice but not true, these sessions are private and paid for by the company I work for. I am lucky and I know this. SoContinueContinue reading “#depression First visit to a professional”
Category Archives: Depression
#depression Inspiration – Body for Life Challenge
One of the key areas I have found that helps with feeling more in control and subsequently being happier is fitness. Going and doing exercise helps in many ways. This includes the release of endorphines, sense of achievement, more positive self-esteem, all round health and sense of control. A fair few years ago now IContinueContinue reading “#depression Inspiration – Body for Life Challenge”
#depression The long wait for the professionals
One of the biggest challenges the depressive faces is the long wait for the professionals. Since being diagnosed it has been a month and a half of waiting for a CBT spot. So what to do in the mean time… Get proactive. Start working to take action to help yourself. The last thing anyone wantsContinueContinue reading “#depression The long wait for the professionals”
#depression Breakfast at the silver car
For some weeks now I have seen a silver car parked on a siding as I drive to work. It’s not there every day. When it is in residence I can see the passenger seat has be been wound down to make a temporary bed for someone. On the odd occasion I have seen theContinueContinue reading “#depression Breakfast at the silver car”
#depression Who am I ? (Glue required)
Who am I but a flag blowing in the wind. I dare not say candle for the candles flame can be blown out. I fear that one of lifes gusts may blow a little too hard and extinguish me. The me inside buried deep yet exposed and afraid. After a good weekend with my girlsContinueContinue reading “#depression Who am I ? (Glue required)”
#depression Eat well, be happy – part two of ‘Time to set some goals’…
Taking time to cook something you like has many benefits. For a start you know what is in it and also by enjoying the cooking you will appreciate your food more. One of the goals I set just over a week ago was to start to gain some weight. To be precise to add 5%ContinueContinue reading “#depression Eat well, be happy – part two of ‘Time to set some goals’…”
Reworking Joseph 