Comments on: This is My Story: What Depression Really Looks Like https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/ Systems and Strategies to Keep Your Life on Track Mon, 03 Oct 2022 12:50:57 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.3 By: 250 Encouraging Quotes and Words About Life For Hard Times | Ageless Investing https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-81938 Sun, 21 Apr 2019 16:36:51 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-81938 […] you need encouragement from a depression recovery story, read THIS IS MY STORY: WHAT DEPRESSION REALLY LOOKS LIKE at kalynbrooke.com. Learn how Kalyn, my high school classmate, dealt with depression. Today, she […]

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By: Kalyn Brooke https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80090 Tue, 02 Oct 2018 15:27:35 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80090 In reply to Robin.

Hi Robin,

Thank you so much for that encouragement. While the mission of KalynBrooke.com has evolved over time, it has always been my goal to help anyone who is taking the time to read any of my posts. Knowing that it has been beneficial to some in some ways has been a relief, knowing that it was worth sharing some of the things I usually keep “hidden” from view.

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By: Kalyn Brooke https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80087 Tue, 02 Oct 2018 15:16:55 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80087 In reply to Heather.

Hi Heather,

I’ve been overwhelmed at the response to these posts and my newsletter where I dove in a little deeper. Thank you so much for taking the time to be an encouragement to both me, and your friend. You’re right – we aren’t alone.

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By: Kalyn Brooke https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80086 Tue, 02 Oct 2018 15:13:52 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80086 In reply to Elizna.

Hi Elizna,

Thank you. I think there are so many people out there that are braver than I.

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By: Kalyn Brooke https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80085 Tue, 02 Oct 2018 15:12:07 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80085 In reply to Becky.

Hi Becky,

Thank you for sharing. The rawness of your emotions clearly comes through in your comment. Thank you letting me know that you understand. It’s something that we often forget to say to each other.

I’d like to echo that back to you – I understand the struggle you go through each day. I’m glad you’ve found and outlet for your story, and I hope and pray that if you haven’t already found a group of people who can and will support and understand you, that those people will surround you now.

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By: Robin Taney https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80072 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 03:17:42 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80072 In reply to Becky.

Becky,

I’m so sorry you’re struggling, but I wanted you to know that even though we don’t know eachother, I am praying for you. YOU MATTER. You have a daughter who needs you. Please don’t give up.

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By: Robin https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80071 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 03:12:21 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80071 Hi Kalyn,

Your story was hard to read, and I’m sure much harder to write. Thank you for having the courage to share it. Thank you for loving your audience enough to want to help them. If reading this helps save one person, you have done an incredible thing.

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By: Becky https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80067 Sat, 29 Sep 2018 14:18:26 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80067 I have fought depression for over 30 years. I have attempted suicide twice, and came close to doing so again just a few weeks ago. No one around me understands nor seems to care when I cry. I hate myself. I hate life nearly all the time. I hurt from 2 chronic illnesses that others also don’t seem to care, i.e. I am still expected to work, cook, clean, etc. It has only been recently that I have started blogging about mental health. I am tired of the shame that comes along with something I didn’t ask for nor want. My youngest daughter also suffers from mental health issues. I feel guilty for genetically passing that on to her. All this to say that I understand the depth of despair and hopelessness depression and other mental health issues bring. It is a difficult way to live.

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By: Heather https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80066 Sat, 29 Sep 2018 13:53:27 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80066 Hi Kayln! Thank you so much for sharing your story! I’m so sorry you had to go through this. My best friend has OCD. Your story reminded me a lot of her. Thankfully, like you she got the help she needed and is doing so well now! She also just recently posted on Facebook about her experience. She was terrified, but the result was SO overwhelming positive! She even had someone say to her that their daughter is currently having a difficult time with their OCD, but that her story gave them hope! So I’m so glad you shared your experience, you never know how or when it will help someone else to not feel alone !! (I’ve also seen this when I share my anxiety disorder experience with others). We are not alone and there is no shame!
Be well and thank you again!!

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By: Elizna https://kalynbrooke.com/depression-anxiety/depression-recovery-story/#comment-80065 Sat, 29 Sep 2018 13:17:34 +0000 https://kalynbrooke.com?p=35366&preview=true&preview_id=35366#comment-80065 Thank you for sharing your story. You are very brave to do so!

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