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Posted by Cass on June 25, 2001, at 0:33:49
I just want everyone to know that I have been through terrible days and months of depression like you, but now I'm feeling great. Things are better. I feel engaged and responsive and interested. It's probably due to a combination of good meds and having found a supportive peer group. I'm hoping that anyone who is in despair feels better. I am just happy to report that I presently have no crisis. Things are fine and I'm wishing the same for you.
Posted by mist on June 25, 2001, at 17:01:04
In reply to Feeling Good, posted by Cass on June 25, 2001, at 0:33:49
Cass, I'm so glad you posted. I love reading things like this. It gives me hope. This is the most helpful type of post I can think of.
Congratulations on feeling good!
> I just want everyone to know that I have been through terrible days and months of depression like you, but now I'm feeling great. Things are better. I feel engaged and responsive and interested. It's probably due to a combination of good meds and having found a supportive peer group. I'm hoping that anyone who is in despair feels better. I am just happy to report that I presently have no crisis. Things are fine and I'm wishing the same for you.
Posted by Willow on June 25, 2001, at 21:12:43
In reply to Feeling Good, posted by Cass on June 25, 2001, at 0:33:49
Cass, I'm so happy for you!! I thought I posted earlier but I guess I had in my mind. Has anyone else noticed that some of their posts aren't here? Or is it me?
What is the support group like? I went to one for FMS and found it depressing seeing the newbies and sorta useless. I think I need to get out. How much do you think it (the group thing) has helped? What do you talk about?
Whistling Willow
Posted by Cass on June 25, 2001, at 21:34:31
In reply to support group ..., posted by Willow on June 25, 2001, at 21:12:43
All of my posts have shown up. Maybe a question for Dr. Bob.
The peer group I was referring to is my church. This particular church is almost like a spiritual support group. It's open to the wisdom of all religions, and promotes the inherent dignity of all people. It doesn't judge people for their lifestyles (unless they promote intolerance or hate.) It's not bible thumping. As a matter of fact, we hardly ever refer to the bible. It's a progressive, open minded church which really fits with my personality. I would say I have finally found a true peer group. I live in a conservative area, and it's very hard to find like-minded people, so finding this church has been one of the best things that ever happened to me.
Posted by Willow on June 25, 2001, at 21:57:41
In reply to Re: support group ... » Willow, posted by Cass on June 25, 2001, at 21:34:31
> All of my posts have shown up. Maybe a question for Dr. Bob.
> The peer group I was referring to is my church. This particular church is almost like a spiritual support group. It's open to the wisdom of all religions, and promotes the inherent dignity of all people. It doesn't judge people for their lifestyles (unless they promote intolerance or hate.) It's not bible thumping. As a matter of fact, we hardly ever refer to the bible. It's a progressive, open minded church which really fits with my personality. I would say I have finally found a true peer group. I live in a conservative area, and it's very hard to find like-minded people, so finding this church has been one of the best things that ever happened to me.
Posted by Anna Laura on June 26, 2001, at 2:27:06
In reply to Feeling Good, posted by Cass on June 25, 2001, at 0:33:49
> I just want everyone to know that I have been through terrible days and months of depression like you, but now I'm feeling great. Things are better. I feel engaged and responsive and interested. It's probably due to a combination of good meds and having found a supportive peer group. I'm hoping that anyone who is in despair feels better. I am just happy to report that I presently have no crisis. Things are fine and I'm wishing the same for you.
Hi Crass,
First of all, I'm glad you're feeling good, mails like yours give hope to everyone of us.
Could you tell me how long have you been depressed ? i'm asking you this 'cause i'm eager to hear long term depression healing stories......
Thanks again for your posting
Anna Laura
Posted by Phil on June 26, 2001, at 7:10:39
In reply to Feeling Good, posted by Cass on June 25, 2001, at 0:33:49
Thanks Cass. I'm happy for you and hopeful for everyone still in the trenches.
Posted by Noa on June 26, 2001, at 12:12:57
In reply to Re: Feeling Good, posted by Phil on June 26, 2001, at 7:10:39
That is great, Cass.
I, too, have been doing well. And, for those in despair, please know that I was in despair at one time, too.
This board has helped a lot, and now I am availing myself of my friends more.
Posted by Cass on June 26, 2001, at 18:01:46
In reply to Re: Feeling Good, posted by Anna Laura on June 26, 2001, at 2:27:06
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> Hi Crass,
>Lol. I hope you were not trying to tell me something! I have suffered from depression for about 20 years. I think it's a combination of a chemical imbalance and an extremely bizzare, traumatic and stressful family background. All the while feeling a sense of alienation. I think mental illness runs in my family, but unfortunately, the previous generation had too much pride to admit it and get help. Thus, my childhood was full of insanity. I think it is heroic for people to seek help in this society that stigmatizes mental illness so much. Good meds and a peer group has helped enormously. I wish you well.
Posted by Anna Laura on June 27, 2001, at 6:55:10
In reply to Re: Feeling Good » Anna Laura, posted by Cass on June 26, 2001, at 18:01:46
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> > Hi Crass,
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> Lol. I hope you were not trying to tell me something! I have suffered from depression for about 20 years. I think it's a combination of a chemical imbalance and an extremely bizzare, traumatic and stressful family background. All the while feeling a sense of alienation. I think mental illness runs in my family, but unfortunately, the previous generation had too much pride to admit it and get help. Thus, my childhood was full of insanity. I think it is heroic for people to seek help in this society that stigmatizes mental illness so much. Good meds and a peer group has helped enormously. I wish you well.Crass,
Thank you so much! I've got a similar background also. Your answer gave me hope!
Thank you again
Anna Laura
Posted by Snuffy on June 27, 2001, at 8:41:14
In reply to Re: support group ... » Snuffy, posted by Cass on June 26, 2001, at 18:04:45
> All of my posts have shown up. Maybe a question for Dr. Bob.
> The peer group I was referring to is my church. This particular church is almost like a spiritual support group. It's open to the wisdom of all religions, and promotes the inherent dignity of all people. It doesn't judge people for their lifestyles (unless they promote intolerance or hate.) It's not bible thumping. As a matter of fact, we hardly ever refer to the bible. It's a progressive, open minded church which really fits with my personality. I would say I have finally found a true peer group. I live in a conservative area, and it's very hard to find like-minded people, so finding this church has been one of the best things that ever happened to me.Is your church Unitarian?
I grew up as a Baptist but never did understand the narrow view of life and death. In my teens I wanted to gain a better understand of my spiritual self. I discovered the Unitarian church. They had a philosophy towards the spiritual self that I felt comfortable with. Instead of having one view of life and death, they belived in learning and understanding all of the different beliefs throughout the world and encouraging you to develop your own spirituality. I find myself to be a Pagan (not the Catholic definition) Beliving in the world around me and exploring how I exsit within it and how I can contribute to it. I think that everyone needs to understand their spiritual selves and accept the beliefs and life style of others "Imagine". Of course I haven't been to church for ten years.
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