I suppose this is the first step...

David66 — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 04:02:43 GMT

Hi,

to say I was a little apprehensive to join the forums is an understatement.

As the title suggests, I suppose this is the first step to trying to evaluate exactly where I am and how I am going to move forward.

This step is the realisation for me that I am suffering from depression and am looking for a way to move positively forward in my life.

I don't quite know what I am going to do, what I will talk about or how I will move forward. I do know that I can't do it alone.

Cheers

I suppose this is the first step...

white knight — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 06:23:52 GMT

Hi David66 welcome

Arhh, the first step is the hardest. But its also the most courageous one you'll every make because it takes insight and insight is a gift regarding mental illness. With no insight...well they are the unlucky ones.

There is a mountain of threads here that will help you. But helping yourself with depression comes with several different avenues under your belt. A trip to your GP is essential and anything that follows that visit. Therapy, medication, relaxation classes, knowledge, word of mouth and finding peace.

So below I've listed a few things you can google.

Topic: depression a ship on the high seas- beyondblue

Topic: depression, are there any positives?- beyondblue

Maharaji the perfect instrument youtube

Topic: getting depression into perspective- please read this it might help you- beyondblue

Topic: depression and the timing of motivation- beyondblue

Cheers

Tony WK

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