Self help/improvement

[Celestria]

I was looking for a self help discussion forum online and couldn't find one. I had a breakdown in January and am now in recovery and doing lots of things to stay feeling good and positive about life. I couldn't find a discussion forum focused on self help/improvement so I made one. If anyone would be interested in joining me in learning to live a happier, more positive and humble life please let me know. After all the help I have received from my mental health team etc I would love to give something back

This is a great idea. I'm struggling to help my husband who was OCD and depression. I have been signed off work because I was literally crying all the time. I don't have depression but have felt its insidious affect. I would love to hear of natural ways of helping achieve and maintain a positive life...not just the drugs and counselling that are already being received. I have asked him to help me with the gardening and have had him out every day for walks and things. I keep hugging and reassuring him. I would love to hear other ideas that would help us both recover from this.

Glad to hear that you are making a good recovery x

Great idea. I've suffered from depression (not severe ) since I left school 10 years ago and has only really been noticed after I had my two kids. Part of it is personality trait as well (unfortunately ) but have been looking into CBT as I don't want to be on meds for the rest of my life !!

I have sent you both a pm :)

Yes! I'm on maternity leave and falling apart with all the time to think.old depression, anxiety and eating disorders all coming out to play. I can see the ground opening up beneath me but know if I can just keep myself going I'll be ok. Would love to share this with people!