Saying no to Depression

Just under two years ago, I was on a walk and I felt so lonely. I had a lot of people in my life, people that I now appreciate their existence. Before, I needed everything to be perfect and the more I needed it, the more it collapsed from under me. There was one thing I wanted the most in that moment, my Mothers hug. I did the same walk not too long ago and it was much different.

I noticed the view more, the people around me and the weather. I was enjoying the moments around me instead of crumbling the moment I was in.

In the time between, I managed to say no to Depression.

Three months ago I decided to stop, to stop feeling this way and bullying myself mentally. After ten years, depression deserved to be kicked in the butt and I was ready to say no.

It may take you a while to get there, to pick up that phone and ring the doctors or speak to a friend or family member. It could seem like its the most painful and tiring task, however, it is going to help. That first step is the most important, to recognise that you are worthy of help. It took a lot of persuading by someone very close, but I managed to get up and make the call. That was just over three months ago, I am now on anti-depressants and I haven't had a full on break down where I have felt like everything is caving in on me in two months.

It's so easy to get used to life with depression that you think it can't get better and you need to get over it and move on. I used to think this, therefore could never help myself. It all starts with you, the fire you have that makes you so unique and wonderful. Use it!

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IT ALL STARTS WITH YOU!

If you think you are struggling or know someone who is struggling, you can find more information on Depression via - https://www.mind.org.uk/

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