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First, Know Thyself. Why I’m Not at Mental Health Camp

July 10, 2010 By 4 Comments

It’s no secret that I suffer from depression. In fact right now I’m participating in a study at UBC to see how to help working people deal with their depression (with medication) and get additional help (therapy). However, if there is one thing I’ve learned over the years is what I need to do to keep myself on a (relatively) even keel.

This is why I’m not at Mental Health Camp, it’s just not a good idea for me.

Right now, life is pretty stressful. The wedding is drawing near (btw, weddings are expensive buggers). I have one book nearly complete, but starting another (which needs to be written by the end of the summer).

And frankly, I’m just getting back to and even keel after a downturn (thank you medication adjustments) so I know that talking about mental health and hearing stories about mental illness will not do good things for me.

So as much as I fully support Mental Health Camp…I know that for myself I must support it from afar.


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  • http://www.doitmyselfblog.com GlendaWH

    Tris, hats off to you for knowing what works and what doesn't in managing your own depression – and for staying with it.

    Good luck with your books and all the best with your wedding! When is the big day?

  • H Fancott

    Weddings are very hard. I nearly had a nervous breakdown over ours. Thankfully, my husband did a lot of the planning including booking Cecil Green (I agreed sight unseen!). Once the wedding is on, you'll have a great day – I was shocked how much I enjoyed it, and we had plenty of goofups ;) It's all about letting goooooo….

  • Duane Storey

    Unless my future wife is adamant that she wants a big lavish wedding, I'd strongly vote for a destination wedding. Having been to both many times in my life, I find the destination ones are usually more enjoyable for everyone involved, and end up being a lot cheaper for the bride and groom.

    Also, have you ever looking into the possibility about seasonal affective disorder? I know quite a few people who spend time on the computer who essentially have it. One or two of them actually use one of those UV lights and it seems to help them.

  • http://trishussey.com Tris Hussey

    Thanks everyone! The wedding is July 31st, btw. Yes, in retrospect a destination wedding might have been a lot easier. But, the die is cast and it's nearly here.

    I know we're going to have a great time. … We just have to keep our heads until then!

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