Hope and Encouragement
Don’t Give Up On Your Dreams
We all know people who love making New Year’s resolutions. They launch into a new calendar year with excitement and energy, seeing it as the
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Loving Someone Who is Depressed
Loving Someone Who Is Depressed I had a major emotional breakdown several years ago. In my depressive state there was little support I could
Hope and Encouragement
When A Friend Struggles With Their Mental Health
By: Stanley Popovich What do you do when someone you know has to deal with persistent fears, anxieties, or even depression? Well the first thing
Christmas Promises When You Are Depressed
One Christmas when our kids were little we sat around the supper table memorizing a verse together. It was “For to us a child is
The Gift of Christmas
Christmas is my most favorite time of the year. There is none other to match the warmth and cheer of this season. A nice cup
Becoming Your Own Advocate
I remember the day I saw a psychiatrist for the first time. When he spoke the words “major depressive disorder,” I felt both relieved and
Cracked & Beautiful
As I wiped the tears, and snot, and blood from her dirty face I felt the heavy weight of dread in the pitt of my
Waiting Patiently
What do you feel when you read “wait patiently”? For me, it brings up uncomfortable feelings! I like everything under control, and I like to
Managing Depression At Christmas
Christmas, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year”. Except when it isn’t. When you suffer from depression Christmas holidays can be difficult. Songs of
