Tag: depression
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The “Miracle” Question! (part 8)
“If you woke up tomorrow morning, and a miracle had occurred, what would your life look like?” This is a common question asked by therapists. It helps us to see what we consider the “ideal” life to look like. What is it when we really hope for a miracle? So, I was asked the “miracle”…
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Flashbacks (Part 7)
Where did this PTSD come from? And why was it in my life? My parents had committed their lives to each other and to full time ministry, this was a safe environment, right? I had always thought so. My life, in a nutshell, had been a life full of adventure and excitement. I had lived…
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Who’s to Blame? (The Silent Scream, P4)
Is it okay to be angry at God? I think so. He created us, and understands anger. Is it acceptable to blame God for all of our problems? Is He the one to blame? Many people believe so. The world is full of anger and rage against God. He gets blamed for the natural disasters,…
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The Search Continues (Part 3)
How does one learn to define their needs? Or their feelings? What if they don’t know what they need or feel? Especially when the basic needs seem to be met. There are countless words that we can use to express emotion… dread suspicious frustrated livid repulsed dazed torn numb withdrawn mortified listless devastated frazzled overwhelmed…
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The Silent Scream (part 2)
It didn’t take long for the counselor to figure out what was wrong. Within a few sessions it became obvious that I had some form of PTSD. (I had suspected that myself, but it was a relief to hear someone else confirm it.) She also added to that, as there were another few issues as…
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The Silent Scream….
Part 1 This last July, just a few months ago, I hit a wall. The rage and confusion was threatening to overwhelm me. I didn’t understand the turbulence in my head, and no matter what I told myself, it wouldn’t go away. It was all consuming. Did I need to talk to someone? Was there…