It’s All Perspective…

I thought maybe it was a good time to update this blog, as the overall response to the previous posting’s has been very positive.  Nothing is quite as satisfying in the blogging world at least, as to read a comment from a total stranger expressing gratitude for sharing my experience.

Depression is such a major part of our world today, that Millions are affected by it.

It’s also true that this blog is a minuscule, infinitesimal speck in an ocean of information available on the subject.  But from my perspective, if I affect a positive note in the life of only ONE person, I have made a difference, and have passed on just a little of my experience in a positive venue.

That’s important somehow.

One of the things that made a difference for me, was to “step outside myself” and do something for others.  That’s harder sometimes than it sounds!  Depression is debilitating in part, because even though you quite often know things you could do to help yourself, at the same time you don’t really care!

So you have to be honest… “Am I somehow, on some level, enjoying my feelings of depression?”

If your hair was on fire, would you need anyone to tell you to do something about it?

Be VERY, VERY, Clear about this one thing– Until you decide you are “…Mad as Hell, and are not going to take it anymore…” you are not going to escape.  Period.

The turning point in my experience was when I decided that I was NEVER going to hurt again, as bad as I was hurting at that point, No Matter What Happened!!!

I’m happy to tell you that Life just keeps getting better and better for me.  I recently started a small business of my own, and even though the economy is in the toilet, I have improved both my net worth, credit score, and our general financial situation!  Once again, perspective played a big part in my decision.  Instead of focusing on how bad the economy is, I seized the opportunity to purchase equipment at a much reduced price, therefore my monthly payments were much lower than if I had purchased the same equipment when the economy was good.  When the economic situations returns to normal, my income will be better because of these low payments!

It’s all perspective.

So whatever is going on in your life, just remember: unless you have a major brain trauma or genetic defect, chances are pretty good that you really don’t have to suffer unless you let yourself.  No I am not a health professional, I can’t give you medical advice, and I am not a recognized expert on anything… But I CAN tell you my experience in hopes it helps you!

Love, Peace, and Serenity be yours!

David.