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There’s something interesting about our emotions that I’ve become increasingly aware of. Emotions perpetuate themselves. Anger breeds more anger, sadness that is dwelled upon doesn’t go away, but deepens. Just as laughter and joy lead to more laughter and more joy. So there’s something quite sound in what I am saying. There comes a point where it’s important to…, Let go.
After all, if depression could be undone simply by pushing an emotional button or taking a happy pill there would be no one left in need of therapy. But the truth is that emotions and our darker emotions in particular can take quite a powerful hold. We have to acknowledge the reality of depression, but it’s so important to counter balance that with maybe taking an inventory of the positive things in your life. I try to think of all of my friends, that I have a safe and warm home.
My very favorite technique for changing the moment—humor. For those with a funny bone you know what I’m talking about. But when the going gets tough, the tough crack jokes, and I have little patience for those who find irreverence…irreverent.
There’s always faith, and you need not be a religious person. It’s again looking to something greater, a belief in the proverbial pot of gold at the end of the rainbow."
Along with faith comes meaning. If we can take our bad news and transform into something else, like an opportunity for personal growth or a challenge to be faced and overcome, as with humor, we regain a sense of control.
But if I had to sum it all up it comes down to trying not to dwell in either the past or the future, but throw yourself into every moment and live for today.
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Posted by tracyshively on 2008-06-18 08:22:41 | Rating: | Views: 85
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I feel the same way about laughter! Great post
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Posted by roe
on 2008-06-21 21:57:34
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