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6 Tips On How To Deal With A Bully In Your Life

Brad May 30, 2019

By: Stan Popovich

Have you ever been bullied at your job or in your personal life? Do you currently know someone who is being bullied? A person who is being bullied have higher rates of depression and anxiety which can be a factor in a person’s life.

As a result, here are some suggestions on how to deal with a bully and how to get them to stop bothering you.

Show People That You Are Confident In Yourself: It is important to believe in yourself and that you display confidence when dealing with others. Bullies tend to bother people who are unsure about themselves so it is important that other people know that you have a lot of self-confidence. This will prevent a bully from targeting you.
Always Stand Up For Yourself: Always stand your ground when dealing with conflict from others. Let people know that you will stand up for yourself when some people get on your case. This will show others that you will not sit by and be bullied without doing anything about it. This will make the bullies think twice before bothering you.
There Is Safety In Numbers: If you can, it is good to hang out with a group of friends whether it is at your job or in your personal life. A bully will tend to go after somebody who is alone and by themselves. A bully will less likely bother you if they know that you have a group of people that will back you up. Even if you have trouble making friends, just having acquaintances can go a long way in preventing someone from getting on your case.
Learn How To Deal With A Bully: If you are being bullied, it is important to learn effective techniques on how to deal with the situation. A person can talk to a professional counselor who will help you on what you can do when you are being bullied. A person can also go to a local mental health support group in their area that can give you additional advice. The key is to learn what you need to do to stop someone from bullying you.
Never Show Them Your Emotions: If someone decides to get on your case, it is a good idea to not let the person know they are getting to you. Letting a bully know that they are bothering you will only make things worse. Never show the bully your fears or frustrations. Hopefully, the person will get tired of bothering you and they will find somewhere else to go.

6. Talk To The Person: If possible, talk to the person who is bothering you and find out why they are getting on your case. Ask them if you did anything wrong that made them angry. Try to find the reason why he or she is bothering you. Stay calm and be polite when talking to the person who is harassing you. Hopefully, there may be a chance to reconcile with that person.

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When Depression Smiles

Brad May 23, 2019

By: Rick Qualls

I was smiling, at least I thought I was. Although depressed, I was a high functioning depressive. Occasionally it would overwhelm me, but for the most part I wore a mask. A mask was so intertwined with my personality I couldn’t tell where the it ended and the real me began.

Smiling depression, sometimes called high functioning depression, is still depression and needs treatment. Depression is an illness. It is an illness that affects you physically, mentally, and spiritually.

I was doing all of the pastor things, preaching, counseling, funerals, and helping people with grief. It went on long enough that I didn’t know I was depressed. Able to do virtually all of my pastoral tasks, most people thought I was just a bit moody, but I thought it was well hidden.

What does high functioning depression look like?

Often, behind a well constructed facade there is anxiety that may have been there for years. Anxieties reach levels that interfere with daily life. The smiling mask is worn and our inner world may be hidden from even those the closest to us. There is great fear that loved ones or fellow employees may, without intending, unmask us.

There is a Bible verse that helps me remember that God cares about my inner world.

“You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; you have loosed my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness,“ Psalm 30:11 ESV The sadness can be changed.

But when you are depressed joy is lost. People can’t tell. You may have loss of pleasure in the things you once enjoyed. Activities with others feel as a burden to avoid. It is easier to lose oneself in work where the mask can stay firmly in place.

Self criticism and perfectionism go hand in hand with depression. What may look like having high standards to others are actually feelings of worthlessness that drive you to pursue high standards. But your accomplishments are never enough.

Decreased energy plagues you. There are times life cannot be handled. It takes all your strength and motivation just to get through the day. The Bible reminds me that depression does destroy my inner life.

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10 ESV

Sadness is hidden behind the mask. This sadness cannot be pinpointed. It is just there. Most days it is manageable. Others are difficult to function.

High functioning depressives are often surprised to discover that they could be be depressed.

All of these things describe how I lived for years. It lasted until—I couldn’t do it anymore. It took several years of treatment before I was correctly diagnosed as having bipolar 2. Bipolar 2 is experienced as an intense form of depression. The manic states are not very noticeable but the depression side of the disease is extreme.

In time my doctor and I discovered the correct meds to treat the illness. With medication I am able to function without a mask hiding my inner life. Smiles are genuine not faked.

What to do if you think you might be a smiling depressive? The first step is to find a therapist. There are many types of depression and a therapist trained in discerning the types of depression is important.

Engaging both a psychiatrist and counselor helps to combat your depression in two ways. A psychiatrist is a specialized medical doctor able to prescribe medications for mental illness.

A counselor helps you manage your inner world, feelings, and thinking processes in a healthy manner and help you change negative thinking patterns. A verse that reminds me of the importance of the patterns of thinking is Romans 12:2: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

Be patient it may take time. But becoming healthy is worth the effort.

“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31 ESV

After I was able to get a correct diagnosis and on correct meds I was able to continue my last years as a pastor being real with people. How did people respond to learning of my illness? There were all kinds of reactions but it opened a ministry to people who were quietly suffering from various issues. Out of illness came good.

May your smile may be real. May it reveal an inner world of joy and healing.

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Romans 15:13 ESV

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Lessons I Have Learned from My 20 Year Struggle with Fear and Anxiety

Brad May 20, 2019

By: Stan Popovich

Do you currently struggle with fear and anxiety and wish you could talk to someone who can relate to your situation?

If so, I dealt with fear and anxiety for over 20 years and here are some lessons I learned during my mental health struggles.

Listen To The Professionals And Not Your Friends: Your friends may mean well, but when it comes down to it, the professionals know your situation more than anyone. They know what you are going through and are trained to deal with your situation. Consult with a counselor when you have questions about your mental health issues.
Distance Yourself From People Who Give You A Hard Time: Distance yourself from those people who won’t make an effort to help understand what you are going through. You need to surround yourself with positive and supportive people. I felt better when I avoided those people who would constantly argue with me regarding my anxieties and stresses.
Focus On The Facts of Your Situation And Not Your Thoughts: When people are depressed they rely on their fearful and negative thoughts. Your fearful thoughts are exaggerated and are not based on reality. When you are depressed, focus on the facts of your current situation and not on what you think.
Learn From Your Experiences: In every anxiety-related situation I experienced, I learned what worked, what did not work, and what I needed to improve on as I managed my fears and anxieties. For example, you have a lot of anxiety and you decide to take a walk to help you feel better. The next time you feel anxious you can remind yourself that you got through it the last time by taking a walk.
You Can’t Predict The Future Regardless What Your Thoughts May Tell You: No one can predict the future with one hundred percent certainty. Even if the thing that you are afraid of does happen, there are circumstances and factors that you can’t predict which can be used to your advantage. For instance, you miss the deadline for a project at work. Suddenly, your boss comes to your office and tells you that the deadline is extended and that he forgot to tell you the day before. This unknown factor changes everything.
Things Change Over Time: Regardless of your current situation, things do not stay the same. You may feel very bad today, but it won’t last forever. Everything changes over time and this includes your current mental health issues.

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The Internet and Social Media: Friend or Foe?

Jamie Meyer May 16, 2019

By: Jamie Meyer

I did it again. Checked my email and Facebook notifications before my morning coffee has even finished brewing. Before I know it I’m on my Facebook feed to see who has posted since I last checked. Next thing I know, two hours have passed and I haven’t moved from my comfy chair. As a person who lives with mental health challenges I have to ask myself: Is this a good thing or bad? The answer I’ve arrived at after much contemplation is this: It all depends on what I use social media and the Internet for, how often, and if I’m able to control my use of it.

No doubt, there are good things to be found on the Internet such as reputable websites to learn about specific diagnoses and options for treatment. Websites I’ve found helpful include Mental Health America, the National Institute of Mental Health and Psych Central. Diagnosis-specific websites are also available such as DBSA for depression and bipolar, and the ADAA for anxiety and depression.

You can also find topic-specific forums or message boards online where people can have conversations via posted messages. These are useful for mutual support, especially if you’re isolated at home or it’s 3am. Many people benefit from online support groups. An online search of “mental health online support groups” will give you several options to check out. Fresh Hope offers both online support groups and mental health forums.

Social media such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat can be both helpful and hurtful. While I enjoy keeping up with the lives of family and friends and seeing their pictures, it eats up a big chunk of my day. For many people, being on social media can cause feelings of inadequacy, shame and envy. It helps to keep in mind that we tend to compare our insides to other people’s outsides. What some people project on social media is really a mask to make others think their life is full of fun and adventure, when in reality their life lacks meaning or enjoyment.

To make social media and the Internet safe, healthy and helpful for those of us with mental health issues, I’ve come up with a few suggestions:

Set a daily allowance for the amount of time you spend online. Use an alarm if necessary.
When doing an Internet search, stick to well-known medical or mental health organizations (such as WebMD or NAMI). A safe website will have an https:// before the address. Avoid websites hosted by individuals who are simply looking for an audience for their opinions.
It’s ok to not “Like” or comment on everyone’s Facebook post or send birthday wishes to every “friend.” Sending a text, email or card is more personal and meaningful to the receiver.
When you post, don’t obsess over the number of “Likes” you receive. It sets you up for feeling inadequate.
Avoid going online when you’re experiencing a severe episode. You’re less likely to think clearly and may end up more depressed or risk the chance of sharing something you’ll regret later.
Check in with yourself. Am I online to numb out or escape real life? Am I using it to avoid responsibilities or get adequate sleep?

If you’re unsure if the Internet and social media has become an obsession, why not try going cold turkey for 24 hours? It’s not easy, I know, but it helped me see how much time my computer use cut into each day. And the bonus? It feels pretty darn good to be free.

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Your Mental Health Is More Important Than Becoming Rich And Famous

Brad May 13, 2019

By: Stanley Popovich

Some celebrities and successful people occasionally pick money and fame over their mental health issues. This can be a fatal mistake in the long run. Money and fame will not help solve your mental health issues.

Here are 7 things to consider regarding your mental health and the pursuit of money and fame.

1. People can’t control their own fame: A person must understand that fame comes and goes and that a person has no control over his or her popularity. Fame is elusive and can’t be controlled. Your mental health issues will remain with you for your entire life.

2. You will be miserable: You can’t enjoy your successes if your mental health issues are overwhelming you. Learning how to manage your mental health issues is the best thing you can do for yourself in the long run.

3. You will have to deal with the consequences: Only you will experience the consequences when your fears and anxieties get the best of you. Money and fame will not take away your fears and anxieties regardless what anyone says. Don’t make the mistake of assuming otherwise.

4. Fear won’t rule your life: You will be in control of your life instead of your anxieties, addictions, and fears. Always being anxious and fearful is no way to live your life. Make the effort to do what you can to manage your mental health issues. You will be better off in the long run.

5. Always remember your values: Your values will be with you for your entire life while your fame lasts for a short time. Do what is right and follow your heart. Don’t give in to peer pressure. When the cameras disappear, it will be just you, your family, and closest friends.

6. You will enjoy your relationships: Managing your mental health issues will help you to manage and enjoy your business and personal relationships. In addition, you will be able to make better decisions regarding your relationships and other aspects of your life.

7. Learn from the mistakes of others: There are many successful people who made the mistake of sacrificing their mental health for money and fame. As a result, their entire life was ruined and some of them even committed suicide. Don’t make the same mistake. If you are not sure of what to do in handling your fame, then talk to a professional who can give you some advice.

Fresh Hope is a faith-based non-profit that empowers people to live well in spite of their mental health challenge.

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Signs of Depression

Rick Qualls May 9, 2019

By: Rick Qualls

What does depression look like? It wears many faces. Here are some of the common signs. You experience depressed affect or feel down for more than two weeks. You lose interest in things that once brought you pleasure. Fatigue makes it hard to get out of bed. You have no energy to do required tasks, even personal care habits. Irritability takes many forms even anger that comes from nowhere.

Eating may increase or decrease. Your emotions may be uncontrollable, as suddenly bursting into tears. Thoughts such as, They would be better to be without me. Or I wish I could go to sleep and never wake up.” , may pop into your mind. Destructive thoughts may take over your mind.

Psalms 42 and 43 describe the symptoms of depression. the psalmist is so desperately thirst for God that his “tears are his food day and night.” Accusers mock him , just as depression mocks us with thoughts of being unworthy and helpless. The writer of Psalms remembers leaving processions into the temple with singing and joy. But even remembering does not help, it causes his soul to be downcast.

Likewise for us, remembering joyful times remind us that there will be a time when life will return to normal. It is healthy to remember that day we will again sing with joy. Remembering the years of blessings give us hope when we feel defeated.

Psalm 43 continues where 42 leave off. Here we see a gradual improvement in the Psalmist’s mood. He writes, “Why are you downcast O my soul? Why are you so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”

We too will have to travel through the struggle to arrive on the other side. Remember, thoughts of hopelessness are a distortion of reality. In our desert, we must trust that Jesus is the water of life.

“But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give will become in them a spring of water welling up to every life.” John 4:14

2019 Fresh Hope Award Winners!

Brad May 8, 2019

We are honored to announce the 2019 Award Winners for our

Night of Inspiring Hope…

Hope & Courage Award

Christel Flores

Christel Flores is a wife and a mother of two.  Christel’s mother was an addict and Christel was always very driven, but would go long periods of time with little to no sleep.  C

hristel self-medicated to get herself through, but then began to have serious hallucinations and endured many hospital visits and succumbed to her suicidal thoughts twice, but fortunately they both were unsuccessful and landed her in a psychiatric facility. It was there where she found help and was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and PTSD. Today Christel has found HOPE and purpose in her life and attributes much of this thanks to Fresh Hope. Christel Flores

Andrea Pedersen

Andrea works for the League of Human Dignity as an Independent Living Advisor/Housing & Design Specialist.  Andrea’s passion in life is to help people with disabilities live as independently as possible, ever since she became disabled herself. She has a supportive family which includes her parents, her identical twin sister, and her younger brother, Kevin. Fresh Hope has helped Andrea to know she’s not the only one going through these struggles and has taught her new skills to help her. Andrea thanks the facilitators she’s had in Lincoln & Bellevue who have shown her great compassion and support.

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Rebecca Blevins

In kindergarten, Rebecca was diagnosed with ADD and by age 13 was placed in foster care due to being traumatized from much abuse. Rebecca was later diagnosed with ADD, PTSD, clinical depression, Bipolar Disorder II, and OCD. In May of 2018, Rebecca found a Fresh Hope group and has gone most every week and made new friends. Rebecca was awarded a certificate for completion in Peer Support Specialist Training through the University of Richmond and also awarded a certificate of completion in DBHDS Peer Recovery Specialist training. She now works as a Peer Counselor. HOPE (an acronym) to Rebecca means: Helping Other Peers Excel!

Encouraging Hope Award

Paul Novak

Paul Novak was born in Pender, NE, and grew up on a farm north of Decatur. He now works for Omaha Public Schools as an electronics technician. Paul and his wife have two grown sons, one who is a pre-pharmacy student at Wesleyan and one who recently joined the Marines. Paul is a somewhat quiet, reserved, and hardworking man who has stood by his wife, who has struggled with severe depression, for over 20 years. Paul has been a loving husband and an involved partner in parenting their sons. We can “hear the love in his voice” when Paul talks about his family. Paul has been a faithful participant in the Blair Fresh Hope group, listens patiently without judging, and graciously offers to help clean up after weekly meetings.

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Jon Hanchett

Jon and his wife, Stephanie, will be married 50 years in August and have six children and ten grandchildren. They also were licensed foster parents for seventeen years and during that time fostered 34 teenage boys. Jon has a Master’s degree and has worked in the field of social work from 1976 until he retired in 2016. He had the opportunity to work in many different areas, including Child Protective Services, Youth at Risk, and Mental Health Case Management. In 2018, Jon became a facilitator for Fresh Hope in Shawano, Wisconsin.  He has a passion for the ministry of Fresh Hope and the people who attend his group because he has seen first-hand the great need and the positive impact Fresh Hope has given them.

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Judy Hopkins

Judy spent most of her working career, working with long term psychiatric patients at Douglas County Hospital. Judy has two children. Melody, now 40 years old, who was born with cerebral palsy and developmental disabilities. Her son Michael, who is present this evening, works coordinating outings and activities for people with mental health challenges and developmental disabilities. In 2001, Judy and her husband, Frank, became licensed foster care parents for teenage boys who experienced mental health challenges. They are now legal guardians for two of them.

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Fear and Anxiety Do Not Have to Rule Your Life

Stan Popovich May 6, 2019

By: Stan Popovich

Many people have a difficult time in living a normal life when they have to battle with anxiety and other fear related issues. Dealing with anxiety on a daily basis can be very challenging and frustrating.

Here are 7 suggestions on how to live a happy life when you have a mental health disorder.

1. Educate yourself regarding your mental health issues: It is important to learn as much as you can about your mental health disorder so you can better manage your situation. Talk to a professional who can give you advice on how to manage your situation.

2. Use the services of a counselor: Take advantage of the help that is available around you. If possible, talk to a counselor who can help you manage your fears and anxieties. They will be able to provide you with additional advice and insights on how to deal with your current problem.

3. Learn from your experiences: In every anxiety-related situation you experience, begin to learn what works, what doesn’t work, and what you need to improve on in managing your fears and anxieties. Use what you have learned when you experience another similar situation.

4. Know where to go for help: Your family doctor is a great source in getting help for your mental health issues. Your local hospital is another place you can visit to find treatment. Hospitals know a lot of good counselors and mental health programs in your area and they can lead you in the right direction.

5. Surround yourself with supportive friends: You need to surround yourself with positive and supportive people. A person can always go to a support group where they can meet people who are also struggling with their mental health.

6. Be patient with yourself: Do not be hard on yourself when things do not go as planned. Dealing with anxiety and fear can be challenging so be patient. Do not be in a rush to get things done. Go at a pace that you feel comfortable with when accomplishing your regular activities.

7. Your Goal Is To Get Better: Your goal is to get your life back on track. Don’t waste your time arguing with your friends or relatives who are giving you a difficult time. This isn’t a public relations event where you need to get everyone’s approval. Your main focus is for you to live a happy life without anxiety and fear.

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“The Worst Advice You Could Ever Get About Mental Illness” by Katie Dale

Brad May 2, 2019

By: Katie Dale

I laid alert and sweating, grasping for some semblance of reason and peace when those raspy voices chanted in my head all at one time, repeating my Savior’s name. The night I switched psychotropic medications, ending one, upping another, culminated in a restless battle for my sanity. The resulting effects debilitated my mind in a full-on anxiety attack and break from reality. It appeared as though the doctor recommended a quick switch from one medicine to another.

-Probably one of the darkest nights of my soul.

When it does its job, medication is a miraculous thing.

And “when” is such an unpredictable factor.

So trial and error leads the way these days. Advanced as our first-world society is today, our technology and pharmacology has not yet broken through to the next level of brain science. As having been diagnosed bipolar disorder for the last 15 years, my medication has been a journey to find stability. I can pretty much guarantee you that compared to my bipolar disorder, the medication has been a Godsend.

Which is why it saddens, frustrates and angers me when people are misled to believe that medication is bad.

As with any journey of discovery and revelation, risk is a given. What do I say to those who think medication is a waste of money, who think pharmaceuticals are all out to get you hooked on pills? Don’t let the loudest voices do all the talking.

To them I say, look at my ability to live life. Before I even had medicine, I was sick. My brain misfired and my reality was skewed. On my medicine, I’m doing better than I’ve ever been.

So don’t believe the ones that ignorantly claim that medication is of the devil, or that it’s a worldly answer to spiritual warfare, or that pharmaceuticals are out just for your money.

Please, don’t make the same mistake I did and go off the medication, if you have a mood disorder.

This is the worst advice anyone could get on mental illness.

Listen to your doctor, listen to your body and mind.

And listen to your gut.

If you have been diagnosed with a mood disorder, take care of yourself.

Take your medicine.

If it doesn’t work or it has additional negative side effects, consult with your doctor. There are generations of medicines now that are offered, more variety is here than ever before. There are side effects that come with a lot of medicines, but you don’t know how you will respond to the medicine until you try it. Every person’s brain chemistry is different. Everyone’s. No two people will respond the same exact way to the same medicine. Dosage type and amount, generic and formulary, there are so many ways each of our brains react to the drugs.

Additionally, it is common to initially think that one just has to “pray away” their mental illness. Don’t get me wrong, there is power in prayer. However, medication can be an answer to prayer. It has been for me. It has been for many. You can credit prayer when you’re trying to get through a depression without medication and God delivers you. If He works that way in your life, do that. But don’t discount the possible benefits, and in severe mental illness, the recommended treatment of medications, that are purposefully used to give us relief and proper balance of brain activity.

That’s the best advice I can give about mental illness.

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“How To Deal With Fear And Anxiety Of The Future” By Stanley Popovich

Brad April 29, 2019

By: Stanley Popovich

Almost everybody worries about what will happen in the future. The prospect of not knowing if something good or bad will happen in the near future can produce a lot of fear and anxiety.

As a result, here is a list of techniques and suggestions on how to deal with fear of the unknown.

1.No one can predict the future with one hundred percent certainty. Even if the thing that you feared does happen there are circumstances and factors that you can’t predict which can be used to your advantage. For instance, you are at work and you miss the deadline for a project you have been working on for the last few months. Everything you feared is coming true. Suddenly, your boss comes to your office and tells you that the deadline is extended and that he forgot to tell you the day before. This unknown factor changes everything.

Learn to take it one day at a time.Instead of worrying about how you will get through the rest of the week or coming months, try to focus on today. Each day can provide us with different opportunities to learn new things and that includes learning how to deal with your problems. When the time comes, hopefully you will have learned the skills to deal with your situation.

Use Self-Visualization.Sometimes, we can get anxious over a task that we will have to perform in the near future. When this happens, visualize yourself doing the task in your mind. For instance, you and your team have to play in the championship volleyball game in front of a large group of people in the next few days. Before the big day comes, imagine yourself playing the game in your mind. By playing the game in your mind, you will be better prepared to perform for real when the time comes. Self-Visualization is a great way to reduce the fear and stress of a coming situation.

Remember to take a deep breath and try to find something to do to get your mind off of you anxieties and stresses.A person could take a walk, listen to some music, read the newspaper, watch TV, play on the computer, or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things. This will distract you from your current worries.

One of the ways to manage your fears is to challenge your negative thinking with positive statements and realistic thinking. When encountering thoughts that make you fearful or depressed, challenge those thoughts by asking yourself questions that will maintain objectivity and common sense.

Worrying can make the problem even worse.All the worrying in the world will not change anything. All you can do is to do your best each day, hope for the best, and when something does happen, take it in stride. If you still have trouble dealing with anxiety of the future, then talking to a counselor or clergyman can be of great help.

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