Posted by Bonnie_CA on May 8, 2006, at 22:51:37
In reply to Saw my pdoc today, posted by pseudoname on May 8, 2006, at 17:59:56
I think your doctor is just trying to help you see the bright side of things. This is what I always do, so I recognized it right away.
No matter what happens, there is always a bright side. It may seem dim in comparison to the pile of crap you're dealing with, but there's always a bright side. That sucks that you lost 12 years. But just think... you could still be suffering now. You could still be in the same position you were years ago. You could have not discovered medicine, and still be depressed. It's best to just look to the future instead of worry about the time that has passed.
It's so much easier said than done, but there really is a bright side to every story. Do not forget that it is NEVER too late to go back to school. Go to grad school. Don't worry about what everyone else is doing (being behind your peers in professional development). For all they know, you could have been in the military, or taking care of a sick relative for 12 years. It doesn't matter! All that matters is that you desire to earn a higher degree, and now is the time, right? :D
But this is all coming from someone who primarily suffers from anxiety disorder, not depression. I just thought I'd share how I look at things, in hopes that maybe it will make you feel better.
-Bonnie
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