Better Together
Long term depression
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In my experience, the more angles you can approach long term depression the better the chances of shifting things towards a better mood and increased sense of hope. Some of those angles are nutrition (particularly healing gut health through probiotics and the Omni Nutrition protocol of no/low sugar, lots of healthy vegetables and high quality fats and proteins), social support (being with people even when we feel like isolating is so vital, and counseling can be very helpful), exercise (even moderate amounts to start can have a huge impact), good sleep, and a sense of purpose (helping others, producing/creating something). Those are just general starting points. If you have more specific questions, please let us know.
I agree! This program is so complete that there is a higher % of possibilities that it will work also because Dr Amen and Tana practice what they have learn by experience and of course their qualifications but most of all their heart and willingness to spread their knowledge. I have suffered depression since I can remember as a child, I use to pray to Jesus to come and take me home every night! So as I got older thinking about ending my life seem to be natural, a constant and a relief. I just thought I was a sad little girl, it took me years to understand that it was much more than that.. A good friend in my teens explained that ending once life was a slap to God who gave us life…I am a Godly person, I did not want to be ungrateful so I resolved to not ever try it again. My strength comes from my Father in Heaven and I have so far been able to live up to that promise, but at times it has been very difficult because even if I don’t act on it I sometimes would feel that way. I do believe that the key is in the way we live and the only way to change that is taking care of ourselves and learning to love ourselves. I am so thankful to The Amen’s for their help.
Thanks for the replies. I have been struggling w/depression since a child and am now 45, I work to stay balanced with everything and do research and everything but still have difficulties and had a bad episode recently. Wish I knew something that really worked well and kept working. Disheartened by the difficulty of this issue and continued episodes of feeling worse.
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I have been treated for major depression and dysthymia for 1.5 years now. I have ups and downs but generally I just want to sleep and never wake up.
I know that your recommendations will help a lot of people but I think I am not there yet, I do not have any energy or will to do anything.
I hope being in this community will help me overcome my reluctance to live a healthy life.
Thanks in advance for your support.
Coach
So glad you are here, BBozkurt. Being here in this community is a huge step, and is evidence of will and energy, even if you don’t feel like right now. If you don’t already, I would encourage you to have someone to talk to professionally who can help give you a consistent touchstone as you work towards being able to do the other pieces recommended here. We offer that at our clinics, or seek one in your area if that is better for you. Connection to others can be key in shifting our perspectives on what is possible. If you have that already, try doing just one thing each day recommended here such as journaling, one page miracle, or motivation exercise. Taking a series of small steps can eventually lead us to be in a healthier, happier space.
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I too have experienced severe depression and PTSD most of my life. I started seeing a therapist 2 years ago who does EMDR and sensory motor psychotherapy. Without my therapists help I do not think I would be here today. I recently went to the Amen Clinic because I felt something was missing and wanted a holistic approach. I had a brain scan and have had lots of blood work to find out where I am chemically imbalanced. Having the brain scans and tests helped me to really understand what was going on in my head and why. The Amen Clinic along with my therapist have given me hope that I can and will lead a happier more fulfilling life. I know that it will take some time but everyday I see progress 🙂
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I was told by a psychiatrist that I have been depressed since my mother died when I was five. I am now 70 and decided to get off antidepressants once and for all. I’ve been on several most recently Lexapro. My doctor is aware of my decision. I’m hopeful that working on Brainfitlife will get me to a better place. Thanks!
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I, too, have had severe depression and anxiety for over 30 years. I have been on antidepressants since I was 17 (I am now 47), and mood stabilizers for about 12 years. I have even been told by various doctors that I should try ECT. I absolutely REFUSE to do ECT because I believe that it would only do more damage. I am so thankful for this program! It has given me new hope that I can actually make the changes I need to get better!
Yeah! I am better today. I am really trying to exercise every day, yoga, bike riding, walking. I was given brain type 4 which is characterized by negative thinking. I think this is true for me. My aunt who raised me was very positive and I am positive around other people and verbally and as a teacher, but in my own head I do recognize those ANTs. That has been very helpful for me as well as the games, the hypnosis and meditation audits.
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