I’m facing depression problem since last 28 years during that period I have shivering in hands and legs, have brain disorder, appetite is not proper, I don't enjoy anything.
I don't like taking bath, don't like going out, don't like changing clothes, every moment feels suicidal but I have controlled myself these years.
I have also opted for psychiatric treatment, I come out of it but again after a year or so I again get depression there is some chemical imbalance in my brain. I got Divorced because of this disease my life got shattered. I really don't know what to do.
Ans: Dear A, I can only imagine what you are going through. Do you want to feel better not for anyone else, but for yourself?
Break this mould that you are in please. You already have by sharing here on this platform. So that’s a courageous step towards a better life.
How can you do this?
This may sound very instructional, but since you aren’t a client that I work directly with, this is something I can offer you on top of my mind.
Firstly, please work with a Psychiatrist who also believes in alternate intensive Mind Therapy that you absolute need right now.
They need to work in tandem for you to get to a better state. There will be a point in time when the medication can be weaned off as the alternate therapy starts to work on you. That’s why both these experts need to see eye to eye and work for you and with you and not stick to their ground. Please touch base with groups/friends who can help you
In the interim, do the following almost like a prescription…it can be an ally to you.
- I want you to cover your walls with pictures of positive quotes and images that you can see first thing in the morning
- Hang out with people who nurture and nourish you
- Eat only freshly cooked food without preservatives
- Everyday pen down 5 things that you are grateful for
- Spend time with Nature; walk barefoot on grass, immerse your hand into water for a few minutes everyday and let go of what doesn’t serve you
- Spend time going back into places in your mind when you actually were happy; celebrate it
And most importantly, move in with your family and allow them to step into care for you till you are back on your feet.
Please take care and I wish you a good healing.
