Walking Through Depression - Paul Asay
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- Paul Asay’s son Colin struggles with depression. After Colin overdosed on cold medicine and ibuprofen a couple years ago, Paul realized he’d never shared his own depression and anxiety struggles with his son. In his new book published by Focus on the Family, Paul opens up about depression and shines a light on the complicated signs, including feelings of sorrow, irritation, guilt, and worthlessness; fatigue and insomnia; changes in appetite and interests; trouble concentrating or thinking clearly; and even suicidal thoughts.
In this interview, he shares about his personal struggle with depression and how he learned to manage his depression. A friend encouraged him to start jogging, which led to Paul running major races and marathons. He suggests looking out, not in, forward, not back, up, not down. In terms of faith, he encourages prayer, giving, going to church, and seeking out the “thin” places (where the veil between heaven and earth is thin). He also speaks highly of counseling (and medication, if necessary). Paul’s experience with anxiety and depression will resonate with our listeners who either experience this themselves or know someone who does. It’s a beautiful, compassionate look at dealing with this mental burden.
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I have had depression since my husband died 10 years ago. Am on medicine which helps somewhat but it doesn't go away completely. Since Covid I have been isolated, now over a year. I am old now with very little family near. Always alone. Very few friends that care. The only thing that saves my sanity is Christianity and my pets. Without my pets I probably wouldn't be here. I get to take care of something which is what all women are designed to do. This really helps. They love me and I live them. They are funny So I get to laugh. I sing to them and talk to them. This helps. It helps alot. I have tried going off of the meds but it never works without them. Getting a pet helps them and you too!-
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Thank you for sharing your comments.
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My son suffers of depression and he is authistic borerline. Listening to this video, helped me a lot to understand how he feels inside.
Julissa - We're so sorry about your son's struggles and are thankful that our broadcast was helpful. If you'd ever like to speak with one of our counselors, please don't hesitate to call us at 800-A-FAMILY (800-232-6459). Praying for you and your son. May God bless you and hold you both in His loving arms.
Everyone must listen also to Caroline Leaf on toxic thoughts. She is Christian cognitive neuroscientist.
Also Barbara O’Neill on depression. She is Christian naturopathic doctor.
This two will be blessings to everyone who is suffering depression or any neurological disorders.
Thank you so much, im praying for my uncle who is suffering with depression, anxiety and panic.
Praying with you, friend. God knows and cares about all your uncle is going through, and He loves him with an everlasting love. If you are in the US and would find it helpful to speak with one of our counselors, you or your uncle are welcome to call us at 800-A-FAMILY (800-232-6459). God bless you.
Tell him to listen to Caroline Leaf on toxic thoughts. Life change advice from cognitive neuroscientist!
13:53 BOOM! Paul's answer resonated with me very much. I can relate! Thank you FOTF for this episode!!!
It is a fight. Sometimes you have to pray through it. This covid thing is designed to increase depression.
Depression is a dangerous place. Do not see this as a gift. It can take you out of this world. No. Depression has to be fought at every turn, including fighting it when others have it. I know of 2 people who took themselves out becsuse of depression. No, I don't want to wish it on my worst enemy. Nothing, "beautiful" about it.
Thanks for your comments, indria. We couldn't agree more about the dangers of depression, and we're deeply sorry about the losses you mentioned. We urge anyone who is struggling to seek caring professional help (bddy.me/3jIHpXW) and keep fighting (bddy.me/3acrRsg). God bless you.
I'm hurting so bad ! I'm suffering from horrible depression! I've never felt this illness before. You're comment is truth. I'm unable to even do anything , go anywhere, enjoy things, activities I used to like. I'm suffering SO BAD!! I had to call 988! I'm alone and afraid. I want out!.. how can I go on like this ? I too, had a close friend who ended his life , he said I didn't know his pain. Now, ... I do ! I didn't understand... pls. Help me if you can?.. 🙌
@@klanderkal BRING YOUR HURT TO JESUS!!! CALL OUT HIS NAME!! DO IT NOW!!!!!
@@indriadrayton1132 Thank you!!!!! I just did !! And called fir for prayer assistance!.. thank you for caring and seeing my immediate pain. I'm hurting so bad, it's horrifying. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙌🙌🙌
@@klanderkal HALLELUJAH!!!!!!!
THANK U👏🏾👍🏾
911.. im in that basement now!! The horror you've expressed is real! I cannot do. , go anywhere...! Im so afraid... !! I don't have a wife to care for me!, ...and ive lost my career job too...! That is so so devastating to me! I loved my job, coworkers etc.... i feel so insecure. No interest in anything. No pleasure, desire to do any activities i previous enjoyed. I tried to get outside and walk.. i struggled to get to the door, and felt no accomplishment after. Pls.! Can anyone say something to me?.. ive talked to many, but... nobody understands. .... im in the dark place
25 years I've dealt with depression 😔
I'm right there with ya. Have been dealing with it all my life.
We're so sorry for your struggles, friends. Please call us (800-232-6459) if we can help in any way. May God bless you.
Listen to Caroline Leaf on toxic thoughts. She is cognitive Christian neuroscientist.
For diet wise and supplements, listen to naturopathic doctor Barbara O’Neill on depression.
This two amazing people will be great blessings to everyone who suffers from depression.
Amen
There is an excellent, easy to read book by Dr Martyn Lloyd Jones that is the best l have ever read on this topic.
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Amazon - book: Abiding Light. By Heidi Paulec
Why doesn't these big organizations preach the truth hmmm and I would like to know how they can stay on TV where are they getting the money to do this????? It's not people's tithing thnk about it people!!!!!
I am so concerned about all suicide. Hank, could you go into a little more detail?
Depression keeps coming back by the speaker just because the spirit of depression needs to be cast out of the p
Of the person. It's demonic