I struggle with things. Lot's of things. But I'm the kind of person that is fairly open with most of the stuff I'm dealing with. I don't care for pretentiousness or anyone living "an image." I like to be real. That is just me.
I don't understand why someone would feel it ok to tell me they don't believe in counseling when they know very well I go to counseling and that I deal with some pretty heavy issues. Why do people look down their nose at those who deal with depression, anxiety or anything of this nature? Why do people think they are so much stronger just because they may not deal with issues of this nature? Do people not realize that people who are able to face their demons and deal with them ARE in fact strong? Self evaluation is difficult. Very difficult. I do NOT enjoy it. But I do it. For the sake of my girls, my husband, myself, I do it. It would be so much easier to distract myself and pretend I wasn't sick. But I am. And to get better I have to do what ever it takes. I'm not weak!
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I know how you feel. I deal with some of the same issues as you do. What I see is a lot of pity looks and such. What I think, though, is that having to go through what we go through only makes us stronger in the end. What do you think?
Yes! Much stronger. You know the strongest trees in the woods are the ones who are able to stand through the strongest storms year after year. Adversity strengthens the person!! I will keep you in my prayers. God is a mighty God. It's because of Him I'm able to keep my sanity! ;)
A lot of people don't understand *why* there are demons in some of our closets. If they knew that, they might be more understanding, and yes, compassionate as well. It doesn't matter what others think, though. God is the only critic we need worry about. You ARE strong, to be where you are today! And yes, it's much easier to sweep everything under the rug, but sooner or later, that rug will no longer be there, because it will have fallen through the new hole in the floor (because the garbage was so heavy!).
Well said Lisa!!
Some people go for counselling, some people talk to their parents or best friends...
The main thing is to accept that there is a problem and try to find solution....
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