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Jean DAndrea
RetiredDon't Worry About It !!!
Yes, I know - it's easier said than done, not to worry about something. Try to find a way of putting something out of your mind, an...
Cheryl Baumgartner Thanks Jean, I'll have to see if I can find that
Jun 21st 09:03Cheryl Baumgartner I can't find this as an actual quote but when I did a search through Bible Gateway it referred me to a related passage 2 Thessalonians 1
Jun 21st 09:08View - Promote - View all 3 comments » - Comment » - Jun 20th 2008 20:50Jean DAndrea Hi Cheryl, Thanks for looking it up. I wasn't sure if it was biblical or not, it just sounded that way. I just found the actual quote - here's the si...
Jun 21st 17:40
New guy saying Hi
Hi-My name is Chris and I have lived with Depression for more than 35 years now and up until 7 years ago I had no clue as to what was wrong with me. A...Jean DAndrea Hi Crhis, and welcome to the group. As Cheryl says, we've all dealt with depression, and know just how you feel. You've discovered that to deal wit...
May 11th 18:32
SANDY I am really glad you found the help you needed
May 13th 22:03View - Promote - View all 4 comments » - Comment » - May 11th 2008 11:12
David Schupbach HI Chris, Welcome to the group! Enjoyed your contribution, I founded this group for people who have faced the problems we have faced! For my FULL st...
May 17th 05:36
There's a factor to happiness....
There's a factor to happiness.... There is a recent cla...View - Promote - View all 1 comments » - Comment » - Feb 15th 2008 02:33
Lee Poulson Thanks Beth It’s a good article. Moods are contagious. When I worked in Roofing and had a stressful day, I tended to bring it home to the family. ...
Feb 21st 09:42Jean DAndrea
RetiredDepression Strikes Again
Hi Everyone, Haven't been exactly active in here, or in Apsense generally, of recent times. Truth is, I've been having a slight attack of can't-be...Cheryl Baumgartner TCB Jean, we will still be here. I for one understand the need to just say screw it every now and then. Take care.
Jan 31st 21:41
Jennifer Underwood I have been kinda there. Mostly it has been because I can't get rid of this mess of a sickness I have. I think it is this crappy weather we have bee...
Jan 31st 22:06View - Promote - View all 3 comments » - Comment » - Jan 31st 2008 21:37Jean DAndrea Thanks for your thoughts, Cheryl & Jen. Much appreciated.
Feb 1st 15:18Cheryl Baumgartner
Medical Billing/Coding/InsuranceOh alright I'm Guilty
That's right I have been so wrapped up in doing business I haven't been as diligent as I should be in checking in, but Then again I was in keep myself...Jean DAndrea Hi Cheryl, Recognising a problem is a large part of dealing with it. We all develop coping mechanisms, and I'm like you - got to keep busy and not ...
Jan 25th 18:28Lee Poulson Sometime words just aren't enough. I'm glad you are here.
Jan 26th 02:50View - Promote - View all 3 comments » - Comment » - Jan 25th 2008 18:21Cheryl Baumgartner Thank you, sometimes we just have to do what works. Since I realize that I go through this a few times a year it makes it easy to understand what is ...
Jan 26th 08:41Jean DAndrea
RetiredWhen Depression Strikes........
Many people have no idea that they are suffering from depression. They are listless, sad, have no energy, can't be bothered with anythi...Jennifer Underwood Self help has also been my approach. I will never forget that feeling when I came to, and realized what I had done. And the dr came back with the EK...
Dec 22nd 14:33Jennifer Underwood And you have WONDERFUL friends here to turn to :0)
Dec 22nd 14:34View - Promote - View all 10 comments » - Comment » - Dec 20th 2007 16:38Jean DAndrea Having friends who are willing to listen, and help you through a low time in your life is great. Without one of my friends, getting over the depre...
Jan 25th 18:04- Simple ways to fend off the blues!
Feeling Blue? As has been written about many times there is the whole mind~body link that you can set about improving upon a little bit each day. I...Jean DAndrea Sounds as if it was meant to be here, Beth, and it's all good advice too. I often clean if I feel a bit depressed. Or go somewhere, even if it's jus...
Jan 5th 23:58View - Promote - View all 2 comments » - Comment » - Jan 5th 2008 23:41Cheryl Baumgartner Great advice, anything that takes your mind off of your problems!
Jan 6th 07:29 Cheryl Baumgartner
Medical Billing/Coding/InsuranceKeeping busy
I hope we've all been getting a running start to the year. I know I have it has been busy busy. But in a way that is a good think. K...David Schupbach I've been blogging all over the web about depression, and how to combat it....
Jan 5th 22:26View - Promote - View all 2 comments » - Comment » - Jan 3rd 2008 20:28Cheryl Baumgartner I've been rather busy with my training for my kids mentoring program, and working on my speech for the parents of children that are involved in perfor...
Jan 6th 07:32- The Grace of God and a Fork!
Cheryl's article about being a designated driver reminded me of the old, old, joke about the alcoholic. Fred was a good honest hard-working farmer e...Cheryl Baumgartner That is too funny!
Dec 27th 06:38
Eric Smith LOL... 2 Great laughs in less than an hour... i am having a great morning :o)
Dec 27th 15:31View - Promote - View all 3 comments » - Comment » - Dec 27th 2007 06:20Beth Schmillen I think i'm turning green and LOL !!!
Jan 5th 22:47 - St John's Wort and Depression
In my ongoing research into Natural methods for overcoming depression, I have found a lot of useful information. The Black Dog Institute is attach...
Jenny Stewart Hi Dave, Just one other comment. I have just seen the comment by Michael "I like natural remedies". And so do many of us. But I want to add my BU...
Dec 30th 13:37Eric Smith Homeopathically speaking even arsenic can be considered a remedy.
Dec 30th 14:23View - Promote - View all 16 comments » - Comment » - Dec 28th 2007 02:51David Schupbach This is true, Jenny and Eric. Even oxygen can be harmful in excessive amounts. Many people are unaware, or fail to take into account, the fact tha...
Jan 5th 22:24 Cheryl Baumgartner
Medical Billing/Coding/InsuranceA Great way to get yourself out of a funk
I've found that for me a good way to get over my blues is to help someone else. This New Years eve is a great time to help others and maybe save...David Schupbach Fantastic Idea Cheryl! Although drunks are a lot more fun to be around when you are one, saving lives and preventing tradgedies is even more fun! ...
Dec 27th 06:03Cheryl Baumgartner I'm probably not going to drive anyone this year, I just don't know most of the people in my neighborhood well enough for that, but I'm looking around...
Dec 27th 06:36View - Promote - View all 7 comments » - Comment » - Dec 26th 2007 19:01
Jan aka Jaz Green You are an Angel to be concerned about others. I have slowed down a lot for celebrating in the public for holidays. Maybe that's because of my matur...
Dec 27th 17:19- Affecting Your Mood Through Your Body
After I had struggled with my depression for a while, I began to understand that there are two parts to consider. What you do with your mind. ...
jeszica This is absolutely true. I was suffering from depression when my family told me to work out every day. My disposition has since improved significantly...
Dec 27th 05:52David Schupbach Hi there Tina, About someone showing their mood through their body just to attract your attention... Usually that's a form of communication. When...
Dec 27th 05:54View - Promote - View all 7 comments » - Comment » - Dec 25th 2007 22:50David Schupbach Jeszica, Thank you for your kind words! I see that you have made great progress in working through depression. You are absolutely right! Just do y...
Dec 27th 05:58 - Why I started Overcoming Depression 101
Overcoming Depression 101 Is intended to be a support group for members of APSense who are struggling with depression, but th...David Schupbach thanks g i intuitively felt there was a need, especially since i had been more aware of my own tendency at this time of year. true, i have learned t...
Dec 20th 03:25
Lisa G. I'm just checking in to the group, really quick today. I did get to read everyones post. I have to run out again all day today, decorating for Compa...
Dec 21st 11:55View - Promote - View all 11 comments » - Comment » - Dec 19th 2007 04:01David Schupbach Thanks for checking in Lisa, I always make this group a priority! I am glad to see you feel that way too. Looks like I was right, you will make an...
Dec 21st 22:14 Jennifer Underwood
PromoterPost Traumatic Stress Disorder
As a sufferer of PTSD, I feel it very important for people to understand what it is and that it is NOT YOUR FAULT! I have many events ...jeszica I have so many bad experiences haunting me up to this day. I try to relax and let go, but I couldn't. There were times I just wanted to leave the coun...
Dec 24th 05:54Jennifer Underwood Jeszica..Thank you for sharing your story! This is a very serious issue to touch base on, and I will be praying for you and your situation! It is such...
Dec 24th 23:21View - Promote - View all 12 comments » - Comment » - Dec 23rd 2007 12:58Jennifer Underwood And Jes...yes 'getting away' from those burdens are the easier way of helping yourself. Unfortunately sometimes it is harder than others. But as long...
Dec 24th 23:30- Christmas Music
This is about a Veitnam war Vet who had also suffered from depression because of war but they didn't call it PTSD... then... and I can't recall how th...Cheryl Baumgartner Thanks Beth, sometimes all it takes is for someone to hold your hand.
Dec 23rd 20:14View - Promote - View all 2 comments » - Comment » - Dec 23rd 2007 10:58Jennifer Underwood Thank you Beth, this is so true. This inspired me to write the blog on touching on this issue. I myself am a sufferer of PTSD! But I HAVE BEAT IT!!
Dec 23rd 20:18 Jennifer Underwood
PromoterDepression.....fight it...and you will WIN IT!
Depression is an evilness that will try to over come you. Depression has made me do so many things that..... I was not me. Depression is...Jennifer Underwood OK....It is back up...now watch it..it is awesome!!
Dec 21st 22:47Cheryl Baumgartner That's a great video the artistic side was great too!
Dec 21st 23:49View - Promote - View all 9 comments » - Comment » - Dec 20th 2007 01:25Jennifer Underwood Gives me chills every time I watch it. Thought it was very appropriate for this group!
Dec 22nd 00:09Cheryl Baumgartner
Medical Billing/Coding/InsuranceSometimes you need words to live by
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I cam and the wisdom to know the difference. T...Cheryl Baumgartner Actually according to Wikipedia it's credited to Reinhold Niebuhr who wrote it for a sermon in1934. The Prayer of St Francis tends to get confused wit...
Dec 20th 15:40David Schupbach Words to LIVE by Cheryl! Most of the suffering humanity experiences comes from clinging, or arefusal to accept things as they really are. however,...
Dec 21st 03:56View - Promote - View all 4 comments » - Comment » - Dec 20th 2007 14:50Cheryl Baumgartner My Mom was a worrier. She worried about this and worried about that even though she could do nothing to change the situation. My brother takes after...
Dec 21st 08:34Jean DAndrea
RetiredAnother Kind of Loss
Grief over a loss is often a trigger for depression, and the loss of a child or loved one if one of the worst, although there are many other kinds. ...Cheryl Baumgartner Jean I was blessed to have a strong faith and a loving family. It amazes me sometimes knowing what I've gone through and wondering how I got through ...
Dec 19th 19:31View - Promote - View all 2 comments » - Comment » - Dec 19th 2007 19:23David Schupbach jean, you are so right.... divorce is recognized as being a kind of death in our minds. when a loved one dies, we have a terrible struggle accepting ...
Dec 20th 03:55Cheryl Baumgartner
Medical Billing/Coding/InsuranceParents of deceased children struggle with a loss that should not have happened
Many parents struggle with losing a child. That is something outside the norm. No parent expects to bury their child and it weighs heavily...Cheryl Baumgartner She is still with me and now with all of you also. As long as we have the memories and share those memories, our loved ones remain. When you remembe...
Dec 19th 17:52Jenny Stewart Cheryl, You have lived through every parents's nightmare and your blog tells a beautiful story about a beautiful girl. I cannot tell you how much...
Dec 19th 18:09View - Promote - View all 12 comments » - Comment » - Dec 19th 2007 08:14Cheryl Baumgartner Thank you Jenny. I try to concentrate on what she gave
Dec 19th 21:16
