re: Depression is kicking my arse

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TexasTiger08

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I am seeing professionals, but not much seems to have helped. I guess I feel less like I miss her, and more like I miss a companion. I suppose that’s a tiny step in the right direction.

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Mindfulness is the first step in emotional healing.

It’s being able to turn toward and acknowledge our difficult thoughts and feelings—such as inadequacy, sadness, anger, or confusion with a spirit of openness and curiosity.

Self-compassion involves responding to these difficult thoughts and feelings with kindness, sympathy, and understanding so that we soothe and comfort ourselves when we’re hurting.

Research has shown that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional well-being. It boosts happiness, reduces anxiety and depression, and can even help maintain healthy lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise.

Being both mindful and compassionate leads to greater ease and well-being in our daily lives.

And lastly, time helps.