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Bravely step through depression and anxiety

Lee — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:35:52 +0000

Stepping through depression and anxiety takes bravery. Often it is a quiet courage that many do not see. The words surrounding the I Am Brave shield, are words you can use to step through moments of darkness and fear. Affirmations are one simple way to bravely step through depression and anxiety. An affirmation is any... [Continue Reading]

What distractions do you face?

Lee — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:28:25 +0000

Social media… Creativity, yes that can be a distraction – it’s one of mine… Emails… Housework… The piling list of to dos… At times they all make me want to scream and pull my hair out. At times these keep me from focus and clarity! The key is when I actually notice them as a... [Continue Reading]

You are heard, loved and understood.

Lee — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:15:54 +0000

Insomnia… Change in eating patterns, loss of appetite… Crying spells for no reason… Withdrawal… A deep feeling of unexplained sadness… Signs that have been letting me know to STOP and listen. Thankfully, I am acutely aware of the symptoms of depression, and they have been popping up lately. It came to a head yesterday around... [Continue Reading]

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine…

Lee — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:06:06 +0000

When was the last time you let someone know you are their sunshine? A simple act of kindness, warm loving words. Amongst all the flurry and the busyness in life that we create, the simple gestures are passed by. A couple of weeks ago, I had some fun. Recognizing that I was getting caught up... [Continue Reading]

Hope for depression is in the real life stories

Lee — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:55:00 +0000

“Depression and anxiety are on the rise, and there is a greater need for practical wisdom and helpful tools. It is in sharing our stories that others come to see that they are not alone.” ~ Gemma Stone ~ This is the biggest gift I saw come from the Bell Let’s Talk day on February... [Continue Reading]

Courage doesn’t always roar

Lee — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:47:07 +0000

Quite often courage is related to some major act of bravery. I find the quiet displays of courage some of the most profound and incredible acts of bravery there is. Reaching out and asking for help! Now that is a quiet display of bravery. I am reminded on a daily basis, how so many people... [Continue Reading]

Gaining strength and wisdom in numbers

Lee — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:32:32 +0000

Ever tried doing something alone, thinking that you’re the only person on this planet feeling the way you do? For the most part I involve many people in inspiring me, and supporting me in moving forward. Some areas of my life I am better at this than others. One area of my life that I’m... [Continue Reading]