Posted by johnX2 on March 13, 2002, at 7:44:00
In reply to help me help myself, posted by christophrejmc on March 13, 2002, at 2:59:04
Hi Chris,I find that the only way to survive a depression is to take my mind off it. Being stuck with ones own thoughts is the worst enemy. Seems you got this one figured out already. Took me a long time.
My father was really gungho live a well balanced life, etc. He seemed to trivialize my accomplishments. Always pissed me off. I'm obsessive compulsive goal setter/perfectionist. Now, I'm trying to be more laid back and enjoy little things. Maybe we can help each other complement our skill? You seem so nice and easy going. I'm uptight. Very type A.
What kind of goals do you want to work on?
I'm standing on the sidelines rooting for ya!
best wishes,
john
> Well, depressed again. Just off one AD, waiting for another to (possibly) take effect. Luckily it's spring break so I don't have to attend school in this state, but I'm having trouble filling the days. I need some "coping skills." I usually spend these periods reading, writing, and watching movies... but I could use some new ideas.
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> Has anyone had any success with goal setting? I used to be very much against setting goals, but it might be worth a try.
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> I guess there might be a bright side to this... most of my breakthroughs come at my darkest times. I just don't know if I have the patience of my youth anymore.
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> Thanks,
> Chris
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> What did you say about running before we were walking?
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