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Thursday, November 18, 2010

PRESSING DOWN DEPRESSION


Our health, happiness, and longevity, as well as our relationships with the family, friends, and associates, and our spiritual life-are interrelated and interdependent. Improving our health, pursuing worthwhile goals, developing positive mental attitudes, and nurturing spiritual values can help us deal more effectively with our feelings of depression and hopelessness.

THE POWER TO CHOOSE

One of the things that sets us apart from the other creatures is our ability to make choices. We can think about our actions, and we can choose between alternatives.

FAMILY and SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS

We are social creatures, and most of us do best when we experience a sense of community and belonging that comes from our relationship to others. When we feel isolated or in conflict, it is much easier to slip into depression.

A HIGHER POWER

Through the ages millions have found comfort in time of need by turning to a Higher Power for strength and wisdom. Stories of people overcoming problems that seemed unsolvable are abundant.

It is easy for the hustle and bustle of life to crowd out time for spiritual nourishment. Yet those who have endured trying times can vouch for these values. Is your spiritual life the source of inspiration, strength, and renewal that it could be?


Thanks to Aileen Ludington and Hans Diehl: coauthors of Health Power

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