Mental Health

foxyforce
foxyforce Posts: 3,078 Member
edited September 2024 in Motivation and Support
I definitely struggle with mine. Sometimes working out or eating right...or moving at all is rough. Does anyone else struggle with depression on these boards?

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  • Mrs_McFadden
    Mrs_McFadden Posts: 1,139
    Your user name says it all- unless I'm mistaken that is your opinion of yourself? There are a lot of people around here struggling with the same things. I would hope that you've considered getting real professional counseling if you're suffering that way
  • taso42_DELETED
    taso42_DELETED Posts: 3,394 Member
    I have a theory that everybody here (including myself of course) is messed up mentally in some shape or form. You're definitely not alone.
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,458 Member
    Everyone everywhere struggles with this. For some it becomes debilitating. It can be overcome. Take care of yourself.
  • foxyforce
    foxyforce Posts: 3,078 Member
    oh for sure, this too shall pass. It is just one of those days. I have worked in the mental health field for years and to be honest, the help that is out there really isn't professional at all. I have seem some horrible workers, I could get better treatment from a hair stylist! I just need to keep practicing positive self-care...

    and as for my username, it is from a song by Marilyn Manson, Fundamentally Loathesome. I enjoy it...and I have had the username since I was like 14!
  • dave4d
    dave4d Posts: 1,155 Member
    I have a theory that everybody here (including myself of course) is messed up mentally in some shape or form. You're definitely not alone.

    I agree. I have had ups, and downs. Suffered from low self esteem my whole life, even contemplated suicide at one time. If it is severe, I recommend counseling. Personally I think a lot of psychologists are worthless, but I have seen some good counselers.
  • kickboxer74
    kickboxer74 Posts: 31
    I worked in the mental health field for over ten years as a therapist. I worked with adults, teens, and children. For some reason working in the Mental Health field tends to draw out your own Mental Health issues. For years and even sometimes to date, I have struggled with anxiety. My anxiety got to the point where I could no longer work with mentally ill patients. I think it was just years and years of being surrrounded by negative energy and being asked to fix problems for people that they could only fix on their own. My breaking point for my mental health career came whem I was working for an adult/teen crisis unit in Las Vegas, NV. One day I woke up and realized that I went into the Mental Health field not to fix others problems, but to fix my own. Once I was healed, my heart was not in the game anymore. I eventually quit and went to work on cars for about two years and now I work as a contractor for the federal government. I look back and reflect on some good times I had in the field, but it was not for me. It takes a special type of person to work in the field. When I discovered Yoga, Martial Arts, and Meditation, I realized how to manage my breath and my emotions in a way that medictions could not. I allowed my mind to take back control of my body. Perhaps this could work for you, just a thought. As you well know, exercise and finding fufilling hobbies are a great way to mange depression as well. That is my opinion, hope it is helpful for you.

    Regards,
    David
  • foxyforce
    foxyforce Posts: 3,078 Member
    I worked in the mental health field for over ten years as a therapist. I worked with adults, teens, and children. For some reason working in the Mental Health field tends to draw out your own Mental Health issues. For years and even sometimes to date, I have struggled with anxiety. My anxiety got to the point where I could no longer work with mentally ill patients. I think it was just years and years of being surrrounded by negative energy and being asked to fix problems for people that they could only fix on their own. My breaking point for my mental health career came whem I was working for an adult/teen crisis unit in Las Vegas, NV. One day I woke up and realized that I went into the Mental Health field not to fix others problems, but to fix my own. Once I was healed, my heart was not in the game anymore. I eventually quit and went to work on cars for about two years and now I work as a contractor for the federal government. I look back and reflect on some good times I had in the field, but it was not for me. It takes a special type of person to work in the field. When I discovered Yoga, Martial Arts, and Meditation, I realized how to manage my breath and my emotions in a way that medictions could not. I allowed my mind to take back control of my body. Perhaps this could work for you, just a thought. As you well know, exercise and finding fufilling hobbies are a great way to mange depression as well. That is my opinion, hope it is helpful for you.

    Regards,
    David

    exercise does really help me, but once in a while I just need that good cry. I have only been in the field for 4 years but lately I have been thinking of getting into nutrition or personal fitness.

    What you say has a lot of merit, it is like individuals living with schizophrenia. When there families are highly emotional they tend to have more "episodes". Negativity breeds negativity.
  • koosdel
    koosdel Posts: 3,317 Member
    What a coincidence. I just read an article in Discover Magazine about depression and the possibility of light therapy. Apparently, a large percentage of sufferers have a physical defect of the eye which causes colors to appear less vibrant to them.

    Loathsome, I am curious what your thoughts on this might be?
  • Mrs_McFadden
    Mrs_McFadden Posts: 1,139
    oh for sure, this too shall pass. It is just one of those days. I have worked in the mental health field for years and to be honest, the help that is out there really isn't professional at all. I have seem some horrible workers, I could get better treatment from a hair stylist! I just need to keep practicing positive self-care...

    and as for my username, it is from a song by Marilyn Manson, Fundamentally Loathesome. I enjoy it...and I have had the username since I was like 14!

    I'm sorry babe!
    As for the mental health profession- just like any other- there are always horrible people and good. I've had the help of two very fine and commendable professionals for years and I always hope that others can find that level of help when they need it so badly.

    I'm sorry you're having a rough day- it *IS* tough some days for all of us.
  • vegantriathlete
    vegantriathlete Posts: 32 Member
    I have struggled with mental health and was diagnosed a couple of years ago with a mood disorder. It definitely makes getting out there and moving more difficult. Actually, I have found that sometimes vigorous exercise actually makes my anxiety worse. When this happens, I try to do more stretching and yoga... things that I can do in my own house. That being said, there is nothing like exercise to get those good brain chemicals going. :smile:
  • fitnesspirateninja
    fitnesspirateninja Posts: 667 Member
    I don't know which sucks worse, depression or anxiety. I suffer from both and I hate that about myself. It can make getting out of bed and brushing my teeth seem difficult. My mood and energy level go up when I'm eating right and exercising, but it's not a cure. I don't know...a good counselor or therapist is wonderful. Some folks need meds.

    I agree with vegantriathlete, yoga and stretching help a lot. I need to do more of that.

    I hope you feel better soon!
  • foxyforce
    foxyforce Posts: 3,078 Member
    What a coincidence. I just read an article in Discover Magazine about depression and the possibility of light therapy. Apparently, a large percentage of sufferers have a physical defect of the eye which causes colors to appear less vibrant to them.

    Loathsome, I am curious what your thoughts on this might be?

    I believe this, sometimes when I decide to just sleep the day away, putting my glasses on really helps...
  • Denise6914
    Denise6914 Posts: 176
    I've been dealing with depression/anxiety off and one for 2.5 year since my husband left me. It leaves me wanting to stay in bed all day and hide. It comes and goes, but I have noticed it's lessened a lot since I starting eating right and working out. Hope you feel better soon! Hugs!
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