Have you made any positive changes in your life lately?

Question

I am coming out of a depression that has lasted for years. Lately things seem to be getting better and my attitude is becoming more positive. I feel more hopeful and am more proactive. Have you experienced a positive change recently? Just want to know... :)

Answer 1

yes

Answer 2

For many many years I dealt with depression.  About 10 or so years now I have come out of that depression, and month by month have been complimented by friends and family that they continue to see positive growth and changes in me.

During the month of July one of my children was in crisis.  I was able to be clear-minded and proactive to get him the help he needed, over and over again.   During this same time joyous events took place in my other children's lives, and yes, I was able to rejoice with them in their moment of triumph.   I was able to be present in the moments whether endearing or difficult, as needed - and yet without falling apart, and without a tear.

I am grateful to God for providing the strength and presence of mind to do what was needed at the time it was needed.  

I feel healed.....at last !

Answer 3

ive been doing great and now i want to help others as much as i can

Answer 4

not at all :(

Answer 5

1] working out - lost 20 pounds in two months

2] cleaning up clutter - old clothes, shredding papers, etc.

3] religion helps me a lot - survived loss of both my husb parents, my dad, three nieces, ruptured brain aneurysm, breast cancer since '90.

Faith and a sense of humor help tremendously!

Answer 6

yeah before I was uptight and stressed and now, Im chillin like a villian XD, sometimes its good not to care, and just live the moment and decide on your own, without anybody telling you or holding your hands.

Answer 7

Same here. I 'm noticing that even though I get worried about about doing too much and risking getting sick again, I'm not as scared as I used to be. I've done a few things lately I'd like to talk about.

I had a breakdown when I was 20. It took 6-8 years to work and study. The it happened again in 2004 and 2006. I was hospitalised each time. Since 2004 I haven't worked or studied and been really scared, angry and confused. I couldn't stop wearing myself out trying to get better.

I'm not sure why I'm not as scared, but maybe I'm just sick of being scared. I'm 34 now. I began my first relationship 2 years ago which has been a big challenge to my worldview. We both had 2 small breaks during that time but no hospital!  We have been trying for a baby and battling the negative perceptions of people who say we shouldn't and our own negative perceptions of ourselves. A big part of recovery is knowing our rights and learning how to speak up for ourselves.

I quit smoking 52 days ago after smoking for 14 years. I do use nicoteine gum which is very helpful. I noticed I talk much more and sometimes I cannot stop feelings coming out. Because I haven't done feelings much I'm not sure what is appropriate. Generally I don't like to blame my past for my problems. I have been trying carry my own stuff and not carry someone elses. Every now and then I let myself think a little magically, as if there is a higher power looking out for me, but I am not a religious person, although my partner is. I am a skeptical person, I hate drugs and the stupification they caused me. But they can help some people.

When I was unwell I was not able to read, but now I can enjoy a book and know I am safe. I guess I noticed the length of time I feel peaceful increasing. The more peace the more healing my body can do. I'm not quite up to regular exercise but looking forward to it and have been to see a physiotherapist to help with stretching. I didn't realise but during my illness I get very scrunched up. The amount of time I can tolerate uncomfortable situations ( just going outside was scarey for awhile)  is increasing.

I've got quite a black sense of humour and find this isn't always appropriate in social situations but I value it very much.

I haven't been positive about therapies much. I tried different talk therapies at different times, however I think I have benefitted from them many years later. The CBT I tried when I was very sick just made things worse as I was not able to think logically.However I recently began to participate in a research project at the Black Dog Institue via email. http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ It is about the connection between writing and mood. I'm looking forward to it as I think it will help me personally, even if my mood does not stay stable.

Even if I get sick again I believe I can have times in my life that are valuable to myself and others. I do believe I have already made valuable contributions in ways that cannot be measured. I know when I am sick I cannot think this way, but we sleep half out lives anyway, without doing much. Life isn't about how long we have, it's about the unoticed acts we do in the little spaces between and the connections we make.

Darn, this turned into a bit of preaching,  I hope you can talk about your positive changes in return.

Answer 8

Yes, I have. I'm still being treated for depression, but now the light I see in the tunnel isn't an onrushing train.

I've been working for the same company for 23+years. (My biggest source of stress) I'm going to school to become an LPN.

I didn't make it this year, so I'm working ahead and taking Anatomy and Physiology. I won't need this class till I work toward my RN degree, but I have the time available.