Category Archives: Parenting
Why is it so hard living with depression?
If you have never suffered from major depression then it may be difficult for you to understand what people go through that do suffer from it. I’m sure that you have had the blues at times and even felt depressed … Continue reading
Depression and Parenting
Many schools are reporting increased behavioural problems with children. Behaviours such as not paying attention, violence and remaining still are among those that seem to be the most common. For many years, these problems have been attributed to too many … Continue reading
Dealing with Depression While Raising Young Children
Depression is a debilitating disease that leaves people crippled with feelings of inadequacy and permeates into every facet of their lives. However, the problem can be much greater when a depressed parent has young children to raise. Children crave attention … Continue reading
Why it’s Hard to Change (repost)
You get comfortable doing things a certain way so when you look to change habits you tend to give up quickly. It’s like you don’t feel right doing the same task in a different manner. Continue reading
Fighting the Blues… Chapter 1 Excerpt
The following paragraphs are from the first chapter of my new book “Fighting the Blues as a Black Woman: How I Survived Suicidal Depression” that will be released later this month. The first chapter is titled “Where did my depression come from?”
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The Mental Slump Challenge
We know things such as stress, relationships, and dramatic life changes can bring on the blues quickly but too bad getting rid of them isn’t always as easy as they come. Continue reading
Fighting the Blues…Reviews!
I have been pleased with my reviews so far for my upcoming book “Fighting the Blues as a Black Woman: How I Survived Suicidal Depression.” Continue reading
Dealing with Depression Naturally Tips
Even if you are taking medication additional tips are always welcome and if you’re working toward getting off your medication the following tips may help in managing depression.
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Focus on What You Can Change
If you focus more on bad things it tends to bring up other things to feel bad about. If you want to change the way you think and see things this may be a hard habit to break but it can help you feel better in the long run. Continue reading
What’s here at my blog?
I’m looking forward to sharing my thoughts in many areas including creative writing, aspects of my business Inspire Creations and how I have been coping with depression. Continue reading
