165 | Smiling Through the Pain: Finding Hope In The Midst of Anxiety

Send us Fan MailStruggling with sadness and low self esteem? Do you feel alone and overwhelmed?  Are you tired of your mental illness? Are you stressed out? Is your faith waning? Has anxiety turned your life upside and has caused loneliness? Are you worried and fear you will not fulfill your purpose? You are not your mental illness and recognizing you may need help takes courage. I applaud you for taking the first step to help reduce feelings of overwhelm, pain and anxiety.Depression doesn't define your worth, and behind every mask of high-functioning depression lies a person deserving rest and authenticity. We explore how to break free from the performance trap of smiling through your storms while silently suffering inside.• You are not your diagnosis – mental illness is real but doesn't determine your identity• Healing isn't linear, and small wins like getting out of bed or taking a shower count• High-functioning depression means doing all the right things while silently sinking inside• Being productive doesn't mean you're peaceful, and being available to others doesn't mean you're true to yourself• Three steps to try: tell the truth to someone you trust, rest without apology, check in with your needs daily• Speaking positive affirmations like "I am wonderfully made" helps promote better mental health• Sometimes we must act as if we feel better even when we don'tWould you consider becoming a patron for Win Over Depression? Go to www.patreon.com/TamaraTrotter where as little as $10-$20 per month will help us reach even more people. Also check out our course "14 Days to Mental Health Wellness" in the show notes, packed with episodes, videos, and step-by-step instructions to feel better in 14 days or less.Support the showGET COURSE NOWhttps://www.pensight.com/x/14DaystoManageDepression