tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post7321778132729631958..comments2023-10-10T09:00:17.772-05:00Comments on Internet Cafe: When Depression Threatens, Don't Forget Your SlingshotUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-26482747723633098362007-07-30T02:07:00.000-05:002007-07-30T02:07:00.000-05:00it's like deep, silent water and i am sinking. I h...it's like deep, silent water and i am sinking. I heard people sometimes, but i am down...down to the bottom line of my life...just for surviving.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-46508432832851076482007-07-23T08:27:00.000-05:002007-07-23T08:27:00.000-05:00I've been taking daily walks with the kids- #1 on ...I've been taking daily walks with the kids- #1 on his bike, #2 on her trike, #3 in a stroller, and #4 blissfully asleep (not a common occurrence) in the snugli. The time outside, as you said, make things look a little less bleak. We're struggling over here with colic, reflux, sleep-deprivation and a mommy who can't meet even the smallest of her own expectations. Thanks for this post! It's nice to be reminded that it's not permanent.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14508025632249734480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-2107431563265753052007-07-21T11:53:00.000-05:002007-07-21T11:53:00.000-05:00Linda,This post is filled with real living in Jesu...Linda,<BR/><BR/>This post is filled with real living in Jesus Christ. It is filled with the power of faith and the absolute deliverance by scripture.<BR/><BR/>"If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed"(John 8:36).<BR/><BR/>Amen, Linda, Amen. Thank you so much for sharing your words of truth. Love you so much, meAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-12254970005186550132007-07-20T19:41:00.000-05:002007-07-20T19:41:00.000-05:00I love that you used the word 'overcome' as it has...I love that you used the word 'overcome' as it has been a constant theme in my prayers lately for a women's retreat i'm teaching in a few weeks. <BR/><BR/>My mantra as of late is based on 1 John 2:14 - 'I am strong, the word of God abides in me, and I have overcome the evil one..'<BR/><BR/>Good stuff Linda! :)<BR/><BR/>LisaLisa @ The Preacher's Wifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14448791069728897001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-82362227834033685512007-07-20T19:22:00.000-05:002007-07-20T19:22:00.000-05:00Bless your heart for sharing this sweety.Bless your heart for sharing this sweety.Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09275456448997619944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-90632567970003421242007-07-20T12:42:00.000-05:002007-07-20T12:42:00.000-05:00Linda, I have struggled with situational, organic,...Linda, <BR/><BR/>I have struggled with situational, organic, and seasonal depression and anxiety, and loved this post! I really like how you acknowledge what's going on, but don't dwell, because only the enemy would have you be in a prolonged pit of sadness. Jesus wants to set us free. Thanks for the practical coping suggestions, too. I definitely "second" the getting outside--even for a few minutes. Even in the rain (as it often is all winter in the Seattle area). Those rays do get through! I like to think of them as Sonrays. :)<BR/>((hugs)) gretchenGretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02576409086020993015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-92085608720811487442007-07-20T10:46:00.000-05:002007-07-20T10:46:00.000-05:00Micky, I rejoice with you. God is so good--He does...Micky, I rejoice with you. God is so good--He does NOT abandon us!2nd Cup of Coffeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05478944775613602625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-55849498435128644772007-07-20T10:22:00.000-05:002007-07-20T10:22:00.000-05:00Linda, this was excellent and can be applied to ot...Linda, this was excellent and can be applied to other battles that we face also. I love how you have a list of things to combat the battle all ready to go before it ever comes around. Not that you're believing for it to come but being prepared if it does. That is a hurdle in itself because once you are in a battle it is so hard to start coming up with things then.<BR/><BR/>I totally was nodding my head yes to the music one. I knew someone who went through a very sad depressed time in their lives and a lot had to do with the certain group they listened to constantly. Sad words, even sad sounding music. God spoke to them to break every CD from that certain group and they haven't listened to them since.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for all these workable tips. And Praise God that you used your horrible experience to be able to help others.Susannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02757963698816530787noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-9269371306489227482007-07-20T10:10:00.000-05:002007-07-20T10:10:00.000-05:00Linda, God has perfect timing. I will be printing ...Linda, God has perfect timing. I will be printing this so that I can share it with my husband. He has been battling depression for many years. It has been in the last month that he is starting to see that he needs to take action, even small actions such as reaching out to someone or getting out in the sunlight, in order to take steps forward. I have been there trying to support and help but it is very hard when I don't know what to do to help. Thank you for sharing your experiences and insights. God bless you, CoryCoryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12780628533051096481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-58719705195871552662007-07-20T08:11:00.000-05:002007-07-20T08:11:00.000-05:00God bless you for sharing this today. I needed th...God bless you for sharing this today. I needed this...<BR/>Peace be with you...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-46733718980237601042007-07-20T07:53:00.000-05:002007-07-20T07:53:00.000-05:00Wow, Linda. This really spoke to me today! Thank...Wow, Linda. This really spoke to me today! Thank you so much for sharing this. I especially love #3. I tend to "rehearse" the battles (depression, panic) rather than replay the victories (which is, I guess, inherent in #5). Excellent, excellent post. God is so faithful. Thank You, Jesus, for winning this victory for us.Cyndihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02996142223603931368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027179631891898735.post-2005356402853242672007-07-20T07:46:00.000-05:002007-07-20T07:46:00.000-05:00About 3 years ago I dropped into a black hole – fo...About 3 years ago I dropped into a black hole – four months of absolute terror. I wanted to end my life, but somehow [Holy Spirit], I reached out to a friend who took me to hospital. I had three visits [hospital] in four months – I actually thought I was in hell. I imagine I was going through some sort of metamorphosis [mental, physical & spiritual]. I had been seeing a therapist [1994] on a regular basis, up until this point in time. I actually thought I would be locked away – but the hospital staff was very supportive [I had no control over my process]. I was released from hospital 16th September 2004, but my fear, pain & shame had only subsided a little. I remember this particular morning waking up [home] & my process would start up again [fear, pain, & shame]. No one could help me, not even my therapist [I was terrified]. I asked Jesus Christ to have mercy on me & forgive me my sins. Slowly, all my fear has dissipated & I believe Jesus delivered me from my “psychological prison.” I am a practicing Catholic & the Holy Spirit is my friend & strength; every day since then has been a joy & blessing. I deserve to go to hell for the life I have led, but Jesus through His sacrifice on the cross, delivered me from my inequities. John 3: 8, John 15: 26, are verses I can relate to, organically. He’s a real person who is with me all the time. I have so much joy & peace in my life, today, after a childhood spent in orphanages . God LOVES me so much. Fear, pain, & shame, are no longer my constant companions. I just wanted to share my experience with you [Luke 8: 16 – 17].<BR/>PEACE BE WITH YOU<BR/>MICKYAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07940745178193985942noreply@blogger.com