Well, we're well into March now, and a few days have been spring-like, but not many. However, there is more daylight all the time, even if it isn't sunlight, and it still counts!
Although I have, and do, get depressed any old time of year (and I *hate* hot summers) I pay special attention to trying to get enough light during the winter. I also recognize that, according to my psychologist, March and April are her busiest months every year.
The main thing is, with more more moderate temperatures it's a little easier to get myself outside - always a good thing. Not only that, but I find myself looking forward to it
. It's not a cure-all, but my body feels better and so does my mind.
Because this disorder tends to rob you of confidence and trust in staying well, I take the attitude of "one day at a time" in most things, which means that a lovely spring day means more to me than it might if I'd never experienced true depression. For that, paradoxically, I am grateful.
I find there is no predicting when depression might strike. It is a sneaky little devil. There are so many factors that affect my moods - which can p*ss me off because I can't always see it coming. But, for today, I am feeling content, even happy, and blessed. We all need days like this. The more the better. I wish lots of them for everybody, and would make that happen if it was in my power. But it's not, so all I can do is use this forum to shout "GOOD HEALTH TO ALL OF US...AND HAPPINESS IF AT ALL POSSIBLE!"
So I'm wondering... is anyone else finding it easier to step out the door? Or is spring not a good time for you? Life, and mood disorders, can be so fickle
Although I have, and do, get depressed any old time of year (and I *hate* hot summers) I pay special attention to trying to get enough light during the winter. I also recognize that, according to my psychologist, March and April are her busiest months every year.
The main thing is, with more more moderate temperatures it's a little easier to get myself outside - always a good thing. Not only that, but I find myself looking forward to it
. It's not a cure-all, but my body feels better and so does my mind. Because this disorder tends to rob you of confidence and trust in staying well, I take the attitude of "one day at a time" in most things, which means that a lovely spring day means more to me than it might if I'd never experienced true depression. For that, paradoxically, I am grateful.
I find there is no predicting when depression might strike. It is a sneaky little devil. There are so many factors that affect my moods - which can p*ss me off because I can't always see it coming. But, for today, I am feeling content, even happy, and blessed. We all need days like this. The more the better. I wish lots of them for everybody, and would make that happen if it was in my power. But it's not, so all I can do is use this forum to shout "GOOD HEALTH TO ALL OF US...AND HAPPINESS IF AT ALL POSSIBLE!"
So I'm wondering... is anyone else finding it easier to step out the door? Or is spring not a good time for you? Life, and mood disorders, can be so fickle
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