Deleting Depression (Part 3 of 4)

Well, here we are: 3rd week into this thing called "Deleting Depression", and I can't say that I've hit the surface on how to delete such a complex feeling. I have found that since starting this series that while it hasn't gotten any better, I've surely learned how to take the steps to create healthier coping boundaries for myself.

What does that look like? That looks like me being intentional on realizing that no matter how much I think positive thoughts, pray, and try to cut out unhealthy habits and behaviors, I will always need more to combat my anxiety and depression. If you've read my first entry in this series, I discussed how I was seeking professional help to overcome some of the strong feelings and emotions that were consuming me and my mental health. Let me just say that therapy is a blessing if you are open and receptive to it. Full disclosure: I shied away from it because I thought it was financially "too expensive" to help myself, and baby let me tell you...I'm 2 sessions in and it is worth it. To have a neutral and sound individual there to support and help me has been totally worth it. I love my family, friends, and Jesus, but I need professional help, and I'm not ashamed or embarrassed to admit it.

The images I have used in these blog posts have been mountains, and I chose them intentionally. Mountains can often look unattainable, too tall, or even too far away to try to reach. That is how many individuals feel about combating their mental health struggles. They feel unattainable to resolve, too tall of a order to dissolve, and too far out of reach to claim victory over. My prayer for not only myself but for everyone out there is to know that there is no mountain too tall for God to help us overcome and stand on top of. He is faithful....and we will be victorious.

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