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Old Nov 20, 2005, 08:51 AM
TgrsPurr TgrsPurr is offline
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Hmmmmm, Pat, I have mixed feelings about what you and others have said about this issue. The most important words you said is "self preservation". Depression automanically, instinctually, psychologically presents as a given. It takes very little of a decision making factor. Depression, by definition (in my opinion), is by it's nature a very "self" oriented response, absorbed in the misery, lack of self worth, lack of motivation, going inward...pulling inward response. This is not healthy. It is during these times that we most need to reach out for support...finding that support is important. Necesary. From what you said in your post, this is not situational depression, but only the chemical imbalance of bipolar by it's very nature. It is in these times that we MUST remember this. This presents itself as a comfort zone.
Always prepare for a soft place to fall during these times. Movies, art, music, nature, reading, going to places you have found in your "normal" times to be satisfying and gratifying. Personally, I believe here is the best place to get people support because it IS reaching out in a safe and controlled enviroment...by ppl you KNOW to be support, encouraging, compassionate, experienced and perhaps in that "balanced" place that allows us to see the real truth of your depression.

I don't know if this is making sense here, I'm struggling to find the right words to make this comprehensable for you and others.

Thinking of you.
TgrsPurr, xo.
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