Stay Strong, Daily Warrior!

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Liz C.

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Depression Speaks

Depression speaks, but you will not listen. Not this time. Not anymore.

Hi. I’m back. Did you think you would get rid of me so easily? Think again. 

I’ll keep hiding behind your smile, lurking beneath your laughter, smirking as you think I’m gone.

I’ll crawl into the innermost secrets in your mind, and release it all again and again for you to drown in.

You are mine, and I will not let go of you.

I will ruin your will to live. I will make you disinterested with everything you used to love. I will drag you down to the depths of darkness where no one will find you.

I will destroy you.

And people won’t know what hit you. ‘Cause I’ll always be unseen.

 

What if depression was a person? Would we know how to avoid him? Would we know how to recognize him? Or her?

Would we listen to depression’s lies that we’re not good enough? Would we let it punch us in the face repeatedly with past hurts? Would we let it win?

We shouldn’t, and you won’t.

You’re here today because you’re stronger than what you think.

You are more capable than what you have been led to believe.

Depression speaks, but you will not listen. Not this time. Not anymore.

You will overcome.

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Responses to “Depression Speaks”

  1. Barney

    Powerful words that I need to hear on a regular basis, Thank Y!

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  2. The Border Between

    ‘If depression was a person’ – I love this!

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  3. aestheticgraphy

    Strongly needed this.

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  4. namitha

    I loved this! It was so intense and powerful… I loved the way u made depression ‘speak’…
    Would u mind if I reblogged this?

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    1. Liz C.

      No problem.

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  5. TheOriginalPhoenix

    You would recognize depression if it was a person. I think it’s great that you’re bringing strength to people who suffer from it, but it’s not always in people’s control. Of course, I’m sure you’re aware of that 😊 I love how this is written nonetheless!

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    1. Liz C.

      Yeah.. Thanks for that. It’s not easy, but we still have to decide to overcome it nonetheless. It could take many or different forms.. Like seeking professional help and support, medicines, therapy, etc.

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      1. TheOriginalPhoenix

        That’s very true! You can’t just sit back and wallow.

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        1. Liz C.

          But I get you.. I just wanted to hold on to the fact that we have a choice to fight through it and we can do something to become better.. Although it’s easier said than done.

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          1. TheOriginalPhoenix

            I’m completely with you on that.

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  6. athousandbitsofpaper

    Beautiful post Liz and very true✨

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  7. Fab Writings

    I just loved the thought!!
    If depression was a person, I would prepare him a cup of coffee and say “Go and live a life man!”

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  8. summerSHINES

    This is a very insightful post, inspiring at the end. I am struggling with my black dog right now which is why I never emailed you back about the video. I’m sorry 😦 Have you had your birthday yet? 💖

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    1. Liz C.

      Not yet its on the 30th.. I understand

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  9. Varun

    Beautifully written, mi amigo.
    But with depression, it’s a never ending bout. Sometimes we win one round and the next one we lose. And it’s only the encouragement and support of the others, that keeps the fight going. Words like yours give hope and courage. Nice one. 🙂

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    1. Liz C.

      Thank you Varun.. We all need hope and courage.. Little reminders help..

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  10. meditatedfaith

    I think you’re right to think of depression as a person. Thinking its a mental shadow to lurk behind us isn’t a help in overcoming.

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    1. Liz C.

      Thanks. It’s just a bit easier to cope with it that way.

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  11. depressedcloud

    Great post!
    If depression was a person I would become friends with him/her and then wonder why he/she associates himself/herself with me.

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    1. Liz C.

      Thanks for the interesting response. May I know why you’d become friends with depression?

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      1. depressedcloud

        This might be weird but I feel like being friends with depression would make it a lot easier to cope with, I don’t know.

        Actually the more I think about the more that doesn’t make any sense. I’m not too sure.

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        1. Liz C.

          What comes to mind is the quote, keep your friends close and your enemies closer.

          If you get to know depression like a friend.. What it’s like.. Weaknesses (what makes it go away).. How to cope with it.. It will be easier to deal with it… And possibly walk away and cut ties with it. ‘

          That’s the way it makes sense to me. Hope this helps.

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  12. mycraftylittlestitches

    Thank you for posting that, it was very honest. Sometimes it’s very difficult to not wallow and to pull yourself out of the mud. We will get there in the end!

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    1. Liz C.

      Yes definitely! We will overcome! ❤

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  13. becuaseiamgonnaleaveanyway

    That is so accurate. It’s like war inside your brain.

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    1. Liz C.

      Yeah.. gives me a headache sometimes.

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  14. felicitoustimes

    So powerfully expressed. Loved it!
    check out my blog too x https://felicitoustimes.wordpress.com

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    1. Liz C.

      Hi Sneha. Welcome to the blogging world! I hope you like it here. Here are some tips for new bloggers: https://dailywarriors.wordpress.com/2016/10/30/blogging-tips-for-beginners/

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  15. samstillbuffering

    Great post! So true

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  16. wordsofsilentmind

    thankyou xx

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  17. badtasticb

    thank you for sharing! Can you please read my article about depression

    When the Days Blur into One

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    1. Liz C.

      Hey there. I checked out your post, and I truly admire you for trying your best each day. I left you a comment over there. Talk soon. 🙂

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  18. poetspancakesandpromises

    A open letter to my depression 

    Welcome. Again. I thought those happy pills my therapist gave me finally made you leave but of course you’re stubborn and you didn’t. I didn’t feel like moving today , it was one of those days where I plastered a fake smile on my face trying to ignore the cracking of my soul inside , I didn’t feel like breathing. I thought it would be that day where I would finally give up but no, you ,dear depression, you made me live still and die simultaneously. Little by little  I cut off my ties with the rest of the world and tried to leave my brain chemicals to do what it does best : fill me with recurrent thoughts of self harm. I am tired and fatigued with the constant repetitive thoughts and the sadness hanging over me like a cloud and the feelings of worthlessness. Exhausted with not being understood. You make me feel like I’m drowning on land when people around me are breathing. 

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    1. Liz C.

      Thanks for sharing your heartfelt letter… It’s really quite difficult, isn’t it? 😦

      I hope that you feel better soon. (hugs)

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  19. Lone Wolf Breathes

    This is a great post with feeling regarding depression. Poignant. Following your blog for more. Stephen

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    1. Liz C.

      Hi Stephen. Thanks for the follow. I write based on my moods though (it’s upbeat – super low, depends). I hope you’ll enjoy the ride.

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  20. Talasi Guerra

    So powerful, and so thoughtfully crafted. Thanks for sharing.

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  21. thechunk91

    brilliant insight as to what its like living with depression, and very inspiring too, i really enjoyed reading this so thank you for posting it. 🙂

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  22. Lauraine

    Depression is a fight with yourself. We are so ridiculously strong, who else could wage this war? You’re right. We will overcome. I have faith in us.

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  23. katelynkargol

    Love this!!!!

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  24. Savvysaav

    Omgsh soooo beautifully written! So much power in this post. Love it!

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    1. Liz C.

      I’m glad that you liked it! Thank you. 🙂

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  25. Pinkspen

    Thank you for this!!!!

    Please check out my site and my latest post about dealing with depression in a relationship. I would love your feedback

    https://ladyhoodjourney.com/2017/05/19/depressed-love/

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    1. Liz C.

      Hi Pinkspen. Thanks for appreciating my post. I left you a comment on your heartfelt post. 🙂

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      1. Pinkspen

        You are welcome Liz C. Such a great and inspiring story. Looking forward to reading your thoughts 💋

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  26. bobbiejrae

    this blog is most powerful!…

    http://www.nearariver.com/category/overcome-depression-near-river-bj-rae/

    BJ Rae
    near a river
    http://www.nearariver.com

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  27. livingwithsclero

    I love what you wrote. I can completely relate to your expression of depression.

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    1. Liz C.

      Thank you. Although I wouldn’t want others to feel this way, the reality is most of us go through it at some point. I feel a sense of belonging in this community where we can encourage one another. I hope you do too. ❤

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  28. pennylanethoughts

    This is well written Liz. People that haven’t been there don’t get it. Great read!

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  29. ifyouonlyknew2017

    I love this, people dont understand the battle and to put it into simple terms helps break the silence.

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  30. saddanblog

    This really spoke volumes to me… I would appreciate it if I could get some feedback on my blog. I’m really trying to get it around. Thank you.

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