Daily Blessings - Depression Fighters

All my life I've had problems with intermitten bouts of depression, especially near the end of winter. It was often hard to break free of the seemingly unending sadness. I have met many others who have problems with depression and SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). I would often try isolating myself, listen to music and read. I dreaded the times I couldn't. Then I thought - maybe I'm not supposed to just hide.
I looked around me and started to think about all the wonderful blessings in my life instead. I keep a journal of many blessings, and take the time to read and write in it at least weekly. My joural includes things like the beauty of sunrises and sunsets, a special or funny event, friends and family who care about me and vise versa , a warm home with pets full of unconditional love to come home to, the ability to move freely, my health, having a career that I love doing and provides me with the means to support my family comfortably, being able to read and write, even if my typing is still a bit slow, having the ability and means to drive, to not be with an abusive partner any longer, to live in a country where I am able to voice my opinion without worry of reprimand, having a computer and access to the Internet which helped me to meet new friends as well as gain much useful information, without having to leave the comfort of my home. The list grows each time. It's a small thing, but helps me greatly.
There are daily miracles and much to be thankful for in everyone's life, but we sometimes have to stop rushing around to realize them. I know God doesn't want us to be sad. Each day is a gift - that's why it's called the present.

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Angel, beautiful thoughts. We do need to tell ourselves "We choose to be happy!" everyday.

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