Dealing with Depression
Lexapro + Wellbutrin XL Update: 6 Months
I have taken a pretty long break from blogging to focus on my mental health, my family and myself overall. Everything is going well, I just needed a break I guess. I’ve been getting some fun projects done around the house and I can’t wait to share them here with you! Back in February, I started taking medication again. I started 10mg of Lexapro for like the 4th or 5th time in my life. My libido immediately started to go down {Read More}
L. LAUGH Through Depression + 5 Things to Get You Going
I’m taking away the seriousness of this topic today. Laughing is a must and it doesn’t always come so easy when I’m feeling depressed. When I’m having a bad day or feeling really down and I start going down a rabbit hole, I force myself to watch or listen to something funny. It helps! Even if only for a little while. (yes, I missed the letter K because I haven’t thought of anything yet) Here are my favorite ways to {Read More}
J. 35 JOURNALING Prompts for Anxiety & Depression
Ever since I can remember I’ve been a writer. I started with copying words and definitions from the dictionary when I could barely read, moved on to writing my own short stories during my elementary school years and eventually started journaling when I really started struggling with different issues and situations as a teenager – and even now as an adult. I’ve chosen 35 journaling prompts to share with you. One for each year I’ve been alive. Eeek! I’ve tried {Read More}
Fitness
Rugged Maniac: Twin Cities ’13
In the past 18 months I’ve done my fair share of fun runs. They got kind of addicting but my absolute favorite probably has to be Rugged Maniac. I ran it for the first time last fall and then we just completed it for the second time last weekend. Yep, still tough! The course did change but there were also several obstacles that were the same. The trenches of mud are one of my favorites just because you get so {Read More}
Insanity Day 3: Cardio Power & Resistance
Today is the last day of August (what?!) and day 3 of my Insanity journey! I’m still questioning my decision to start this workout program on a Friday of a long holiday weekend. Haha. Why wait until Monday? Or Tuesday? I’m still waiting for that first rest day… hurry up Thursday! Cardio Power & Resistance Interesting photo choice for day 3 huh? Today was State Fair day! We had to get a bucket of cookies from Sweet Martha’s Cookie Jar. {Read More}
Days 24 & 25: How Much Water Do You Drink?
How much water do I drink? In two words? A LOT. Well, a lot more than I used to but I still have some work to do. Up until around 3 or 4 years ago I was drinking everything but water during the day. I hated drinking water. It was too plain and boring. Instead, I would either drink juice, milk, the occasional pop or I wouldn’t drink much of anything at all. Can you say dehydrated? I had to {Read More}
Personal Development
I. 8 Strategies for Dealing with ISOLATION When You’re Depressed
We’ve made it to the letter “I” in the A to Z 2018 Challenge! You can see links to all posts here. As if feeling down for days and days and days isn’t tough enough… one thing that makes depression really hard to deal with is feeling isolated. I wanted to outline some strategies for dealing with isolation because it’s common and there are some things you can do to feel a bit better. Symptoms of Isolation Physical aches {Read More}
H. 52 Things That Make Me HAPPY (Now it’s Your Turn!)
Before I get into today’s “H” post, I just wanted to document the workout I did after work. I think I might start documenting workouts again. I’m not sure if I’ll do it weekly or whenever I workout but I’ll figure something out! Lately I’ve been following Thinner, Leaner, Stronger which I’ve mentioned before in this post and several others I’m sure. Today was chest, tris and calves so I did a few bench press exercises, a couple tricep moves {Read More}
G. How to Set GOALS When You’re Depressed + 6 Simple Steps
I’ve realized when I’m depressed that I give very little time to myself. I don’t take the time to think about what I want in life, what I’ve accomplished, what I’d still like to accomplish, etc. I just worry instead. Setting goals is important in life because it gives you something to focus on and work towards. When you meet small goals, you’ll inch closer to your bigger goals. How to Set Goals When You’re Depressed Start small. {Read More}
