Overcoming Depression
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…and here I am sitting in my car in the middle of the night not knowing where to go, who to talk to- the phone in my hands, but I don’t have anyone that I can call- what would I say if I could tell someone what was wrong with me.? Even I didn’t know what was wrong with me or why I felt this way…I knew I have been having some problems in my relationship, but why do I feel so trapped and alone?…
This may not be your story, but the point is that people get depressed all the time. Most realize that they are depressed-or at least- that something is wrong with them, while the other people are in complete and total denial that anything is wrong. Some of the things that will usually send people spiraling out of control and into depression include: bad breakups, abusive relationships (mental and/or physical), unsatisfying work experience (i.e. you hate your job), feelings of failure (i.e. divorce, losing an important sporting event or client at work), death in the family or close friends, drug and/or alcohol use.
So, how can we stop being so depressed? To solve the depression cycle, we must first understand what it is that is causing the depression. Everyone knows why they are upset or what is making them upset. If they say that they don’t, then they are simply avoiding the issue which is never a good thing because part of the healing process is being able to confront what is making you upset or unhappy (no matter how difficult it might be). Depression is all about understanding your feelings and emotions and learning to process them. So, for example, if you just got out of a bad relationship and you are doing everything you can to avoid thinking about it because thinking about it makes you upset, stop. All you are doing is bottling up emotions that need to be processed. Every time you choose to avoid your emotions, you are actually creating a worse situation for yourself that could be adding to your depression. If you are afraid to be upset, don’t be. Allowing yourself to cry or feel certain emotions can be very healthy.
Whenever you start to feel depressed or upset, write down what you are feeling in a journal or a piece of paper. Record how you are feeling and what is making you feel this way. See a psychologist if you have to so that someone else can help you process your feelings and emotions better. The sooner you begin to confront your emotions, the quicker a self-actualized, happier person.
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[...] Overcoming depression is difficult. It is even more so if you’re struggling to do it alone. Feelings of despair, not knowing who or where you can turn to can sometimes leave people feeling helpless and alone. This can sometimes be dangerous, leading (not always) to suicidal thoughts, tendencies or actions. When you try to think about exactly why you’re depressed, it may be due to financial reasons, a bad or unexpected breakup, the death of a loved one or friend, career/job issues or any other host of reasons. The major issue when dealing with depression is knowing how to handle stressful situations. Stress can and most certainly does have a negative effect on the human body, causing all sorts of physical problems and sickness. Studies have been done over the years that quantitatively show that those who are genuinely happier, more upbeat people live longer, healthier lives. [...]
[...] Overcoming depression is not something that you can or should do by yourself. If you are upset, let someone know. Don’t be upset when people can’t read you as well as you’d like them to. Some people are especially good actors, successfully hiding the fact that they are hurting inside by putting on the facade of a smile or laugh. If you’re like this, realize that it is just a defense mechanism and stop it. By allowing other people into your life to help you work through whatever problems you’re having, you are showing them that you care enough about them to include them in your life. Don’t shut people out. Isolation is the worst thing for any human to endure. It doesn’t help you grow as a person at all. If you don’t feel comfortable telling your friends and/or family what is bothering you, there are plenty of free professionals out there who would be more than willing to listen you and help guide you on the right path. Simply look up free hotlines or self-help centers, etc. in your area. [...]