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Discussion & help on depression & mental health related issues

Woolverhampton_Blue said:
Getting the drink and drugs under control was the start. I’ve had a slip up but it was minor and haven’t let it derail me.

Managing my daily routine has helped enormously. Downloaded an app called Lists To Do. Within it there is two ‘lists’ which are ‘Goals’ and ‘Tasks’. The tasks one is things I need to do that day - at first it was as basic as ‘shower’ ‘medication’ ‘laundry’ etc. Helped to make sure I was taking care of the basics each day and not spending days in a hole. The goals one covered things like ‘reading’ ‘language study’ ‘exercise’. That’s helped me feel I’m consistently working towards something I enjoy and that is important to me.

The exercise and improving my diet has been massive and has undoubtedly been a large part of me feeling better.

Lastly having friends and family to spend time with makes it all much easier. This is just my very unscientific observation, but I think modern life has increasingly lead us away from the sort of human interaction that has been a cornerstone of human evolution. Finding ways to consciously connect with people is more important than ever.
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Well done mate it seems like you have not only found the cause but researched it which has aided your recovery, remarkable stuff and you have shown the real side of your character, onwards and upwards., the very best of luck mate you deserve it.
 
riddick said:
Just found out one of my best mate's best mate killed himself last night. He was starting to go through a divorce but they started to reconcile. Leaves a 12 and 14 year old boy behind.

Just [Poor language removed] awful...
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That's heartbreaking to hear. I've been in a similar position lately but resisting the suicidal urges so far.
 
addweight said:
That's heartbreaking to hear. I've been in a similar position lately but resisting the suicidal urges so far.
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Always resist them mate. Times can get very dark but doing something like that isn’t the light to fix them.

Pop into here more if you want advice on the divorce or need to discuss any bad thoughts you’re having. You’ll find lots of other posters have/are going through the same things. Chin up and keep fighting.
 
addweight said:
That's heartbreaking to hear. I've been in a similar position lately but resisting the suicidal urges so far.
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Sorry to hear that mate. Make sure you speak to someone, whether it's a professional, a friend or just come on here. There are some brilliant people on here who are always willing to give help and advice.

There's always hope, mate. No matter how bad things may seem right now, things can always get better.

Keep talking, keep posting in here and let us know how you're getting on.

All the best.
 
riddick said:
Just found out one of my best mate's best mate killed himself last night. He was starting to go through a divorce but they started to reconcile. Leaves a 12 and 14 year old boy behind.

Just [Poor language removed] awful...
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@riddick I’m so sorry for your loss. How sad that your friend wasn’t able to find some help before ending his life. That’s why is so important for all of those suffering with mental health issues or depression to reach out for help. So you my friend don’t hesitate to do so if you ever feel the impulse of taking that path, please. Xx
 

addweight said:
That's heartbreaking to hear. I've been in a similar position lately but resisting the suicidal urges so far.
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Mate, if you're having these thoughts, go speak to someone. I was overwhelmed with these about 4 months ago to the point I had to go somewhere. There are more people than you know dealing with this. If you need to speak please do.
 

addweight said:
That's heartbreaking to hear. I've been in a similar position lately but resisting the suicidal urges so far.
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Talk to us, PM anybody, we're all on here sometime of the day or night.

Do not go gentle into that good night, Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light
 
witchdoc187 said:
Just turned midnight here in Spain. Merry Christmas and best wishes to all of you and your families. I wish everyone all the very best and thank you again for your help on here. And remember guys, don't be so hard on yourselves try and enjoy your time on this planet because we aren't here for long Xxx
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Great advice mate.

I’m sorry for all you’ve had to go through, but hats off to how you’ve dealt with everything.

Have an amazing time with your little’un.
 

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