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For all those coping with not-quite-so-good mental health...
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By *iss SJWoman
over a year ago
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I must admit the black dog seems to have been out of my sight for a while now. I’m aware that it can at least creep into my peripheral vision at any given time but for now, it’s being kept at bay. It is nice to know that there are people on here that understand and empathise though. I’ve never actually had that before x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Good thread, this week has been hard, constantly riddled with self loathing and telling myself I'm not good enough to achieve what I want to.
Keep pushing through it, the tide always goes out eventually. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I find the best way to keep the black dog of depression in his kennel is to keep busy. Even if that means going out for a walk for no reason. I started a project rebuilding an old car just to keep the brain and hands working.
Never doubt yourself even when old Blackie is sat beside you. Just find some set of silly things to do. Sitting and thinking about it doesn't help. Well IMHO.
Posi vibes to all living with any hidden illness. Keep going because you ARE worth it  |
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By *tonMessCouple
over a year ago
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This too shall pass...
Be kind to yourself and try to do something positive every day, that might just be getting up and brushing your teeth today but it's something and tomorrow you can build on that
Love to all |
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A few folk know that I've had some bad days over the last several months... It's sort of nice to know I'm not the only one, but then i hate thinking of others suffering dark times.
Today was really bad, my birthday should have been fun, lots of people sent nice thoughts. I just ended up feeling alone and getting old  Maybe it'll look better after a night's sleep.
Kisses everybody, Polly xx |
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"The black dog has been snapping at my heels since the age of 7. Funny enough my actual pooch is black and is my best mate 
Can't recommend CAT (Cognitive Analytical Therapy) enough x"
Your pooch is your best friend because of you, dogs are great judges of character.
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As a 30 yr bi polar eating disorder riden fuk up i say yeh n ty my love. We all all hsve issues n problems we wear mask to hide behind until the day we meet tjat 1 person who says hey you its ok not to be ok we all have issues n days we cant cope n nots not a bad refection on who yor are so yeh bi polar n pround coz to really know me is to find how to love me n in in this day n age thats not a bad think darlins x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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The black dog had me round the throat for 33 years. Approximately 10 weeks ago I took the black dogs teeth out  Our life is good, for the first time Im happy and content ..... I no longer have to take the black dog for a walk everywhere I go or pick up it’s shit in the garden..... you can do this.... I’m living proof.... never, NEVER STOP TRYING XX |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I have depression, anxiety and stress. Struggling at the moment despite taking anti depressionts, having counselling and taking measures to fight it all. This past few weeks has been difficult but probably due to the stress of other health issues. I will win |
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Just come out of it after 6 weeks. I work in mental health and all of the above is great. Be kind to yourself and others if you can; try being busy and get some exercise (can be indoors) and reach out of course xxx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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That black dog usually wakes me up around 03:00 every morning. Then I can’t sleep as I’m in fear of what this day willl bring and if I can cope? I seem to escape when I’m running, I find I relax then and enjoy it. The endorphins help but the positivity/uplift is short lived and the cycle is set to repeat |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I've put my black dog to bed many times since my early twenties, only for him to keep rearing his ugly head, it's hard, and lonely, but back to bed he goes....
I feel we can all relate to all your comments, and is good to know we're not alone.. keep fighting the fight x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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What's with all the doggy hate?!? Haha 
The dark voice is mischievous. It wants to convince you it's not pessimism... it's brutal reality... it's not negativity... it's scientific objectivity... it's hard cold fact. It isn't. It's bullshit. Once you've awoken to that realisation several times after being held under its spell, you begin to catch on that it's just a highly manipulative, deluded, malicious voice of self destruction... and you start to try to stop listening to it and put it in the box it deserves to go in. A task that's easier said than done.
The real truth... the True truth is much more loving, inspired, beautiful, and generous |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"What's with all the doggy hate?!? Haha
The dark voice is mischievous. It wants to convince you it's not pessimism... it's brutal reality... it's not negativity... it's scientific objectivity... it's hard cold fact. It isn't. It's bullshit. Once you've awoken to that realisation several times after being held under its spell, you begin to catch on that it's just a highly manipulative, deluded, malicious voice of self destruction... and you start to try to stop listening to it and put it in the box it deserves to go in. A task that's easier said than done.
The real truth... the True truth is much more loving, inspired, beautiful, and generous "
Winston Churchill referred to his dark days as his 'black dog'. Would have to agree with you soulful
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He makes random guest appearances just when I think I’ve sent him away to the kennels .then it’s a case of just going out there and hiding behind the smile and the humour .its nice to know there’s people on here who care x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Living with someone who has suicidal depression has really tested my mental health to the limit. Its hard. Really hard. I've had no support from anybody and most people just don't understand.
I wasn't given an instruction booklet and there were no guidelines upon diagnosis that I could bring home that detailed how to handle it. There is certainly no way to foresee how things are going to work out. I feel totally shut out of the situation, completely helpless, not needed, unimportant and useless. I've been on a roller-coaster for 8 years of my life.
I really feel for anybody who suffers from it or lives with someone who has it. It's a terrible disease.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I'd like to say, my inbox is open to anyone who wants to chat, I have had PTSD and it does actually help some people to talk to complete strangers.
If anyone wants to , I am here.
Charlie |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I am currently suffering with anxiety, depression and a complete lack of self confidence, especially in the bedroom. My misses loves this lifestyle, but I am struggling. I know I want to enjoy it as much as her (I have had a rubbish sex life so far), but my head gets in the way all the time. It's an exhaustive downward spiral. |
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(from the current queen of high functioning black doggies) 
