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Life has its challenges doesnt it? We gain,we lose and we experience so much. Depression comes along when some things happen in our lives that we feel we can't control. It could be physically-based or spiritually-based. However it comes about,it can be devastating. OR, IT CAN BE A STEP TO A BETTER LEVEL OF UNDERSTANDING WHY WE ARE HERE!
Imagine, it doesnt have to destroy us!
Have I been depressed? You bet! Did I handle it by myself? Sometimes. Other times I got help. It is just one more thing in life we deal with. Let me help you sort it out and look for a way to deal with it. Will recommend a doctor or therapist? I might. Or self-help information>I might...but we need to get it sorted out first then make a plan...I'd be glad to help. I have some neat ideas, and you don't have to feel alone...
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Here are some neat resources for dealing with depression:
RESOURCES FOR CHANGING LIVES..800-318-2186
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WHAT CONTROLS MY HEART(Thinking in Biblical Categories)
A. Idols of the heart,(Ezekiel 14:1-6)
pride,covetousness,self-righteousness,self-sufficiency,self-trust,perfectionism,legalism...
B. Treasures of the heart,(Matthew 6:19-21)
money,success,possessions,things I cannot live without
C. Fear of man(Proverbs 29:25)
living for: human love,acceptance,respect,affirmation,security,acknowledgement
D. Bitterness(Hebrews 12:14-15)
UNDERSTANDING THE HEART BIBLICALLY SHOWS ME MY DESPERATE NEED OF CHRIST AND HIS AWESOME GRACE! THERE IS FREEDOM AT THE CROSS!(John 3:16,17)
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Based on a book by Dr. Chris Thurman, author of the bestseller THE LIES WE BELIEVE:
Here are ten pop psychology myths that could destroy your life:
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People are basically good
You need more self-esteem and self-worth
You can't love others until you can love yourself
You shouldn't judge anyone
All guilt is bad
You need to think positively
Staying in love is the key to a great relationship
You have unlimited power and potential
Your happiness is the most important thing
God can be anything you want Him to be
*check out the basis of these myths in his book: Self-Help or Self_destruction?(ISBN 0-7852-7787-0)
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