166 | Depression is a Mental Illness, but with Faith and Courage Can be Defeated

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 being taking the first step to help reduce feelings of overwhelm, pain and anxiety.Depression creates a cycle of worry and stress due to chemical imbalances in the brain that require proactive management and consistent daily practices. Accepting a mental health diagnosis and seeking treatment both present challenges, creating a "rock and hard place" situation that requires determination to overcome.• Depression causes the brain to function differently, leading to constant worry and anxiety• Chemical imbalances (lack of serotonin) are the primary cause of depression• Depression often runs in families, making those with family history more susceptible• Anxiety from depression can become severe enough to require hospitalization• Morning showers provide essential energy to start the day positively• Getting 15 minutes of sunlight daily helps improve mood• 10-15 minutes of daily exercise increases endorphins that affect mood• Accomplishing at least two goals daily creates momentum and energy• Breaking large tasks into smaller segments makes them more manageable• Three steps to defeat worry: avoid others' problems, stay ahead through self-care, channel energy positively• Depression can make you believe things that aren't true or make mountains out of molehills• Even after 80 episodes, the host still experiences depressive episodes• Suicide is never an option - your absence would create immeasurable pain for loved onesPlease consider donating $80 in support of our 80th episode by visiting wodpodcast.buzzsprout.com. Your contribution will help us hire a publicist, expand our website, and reach more people who are struggling with mental health challenges.Support the showGET COURSE NOWhttps://www.pensight.com/x/14DaystoManageDepression