A new life

[Former_Smart_kid]

I’ve been struggling with anxiety and depression for a long time. Recently however I have decided to turn my life around. While yes I know this isn’t easy and I’m still not sure about how I’m gonna do it but I want to be better. I’ve started going on nature hikes which is something I used to never do and have loved all of them. I am also trying to learn guitar. It’s something I’ve wanted to do for a while but my mental health problems stopped me from having the motivation to do it. I am feeling much better recently but I’m not sure where to go I just want help figuring out how to be happy again because depression took that part of my life away from me. I just want to ask for any advice you guys are willing to give.

[RupertBrown]

Good for you, trying new things and making changes. It sounds like you're on the right track. I've been trying to do the same. I blew the dust off my art supplies a few years ago and started drawing again. Even tried to teach myself how to paint (with mixed results lol). I too often wonder where to go next. I think the trick is to just be patient with the process. I try to think about how long I've been suffering and how it's not all going to change overnight. It takes time to turn the Titanic and all that. Keep at it, celebrate the victories and carry them forward. Enjoy the journey when you can and be patient with yourself. You got this!

[Agora1]

Former_Smart_kid, I am proud of you in wanting to turn your life around.

It may not be easy but it is the first step in moving forward and not staying

stuck in a never ending cycle. As RupertBrown stated, be patient with yourself.

Small steps will become bigger as you start finding more motivation and pleasure

in making changes. We weren't meant to stay still. Our minds want to learn, our

bodies want to move. Good Luck going forward. I second the fact that

"You've Got This" xx

[msgman]

Well done and do keep trying, never give up, your efforts have my respect! I am endeavouring the same with my anxiety.

[Former_Smart_kid in reply to msgman]

appreciate it