When i was twenty two (22)years of age i had a nervous breakdown and was diagnosed with several depression. I was tormented by flashbacks and intrusive memories. The doctors helped me understand that my depression was related to negative thinking patterns that were triggered by traumatic events in my life. In addition to appropriate medications, i needed therapy to help me identify and correct unhealthy thinking patterns.
In the darkest moments of my depression, i experienced panic attacks, extreme anxiety, and sleeplessness. Often at night i would feel overwhelmed by disquieting thoughts that raced around in my head. As psalm 94:19 explains, God can comfort and soothe us when we are overwhelmed by anxieties. So I kept my Bible and a notebook of encouraging scriptures near my bed. When i couldn't fall asleep, i would read some bible verses, thus allowing God's thoughts to comfort me.
The bible encourages us to overture thoughts that go contrary to what we know about God. In the past, i was convinced that i was worthless, unlovable, and useless. But i have learned that such beliefs are actually contrary to the bible, which depicts God as a loving and compassionate father who cares about us individually. I gradually took control of my thoughts rather than allowed my thoughts to control me. This important steps me break down the negative view i had of my self.
I look forward to the time when all painful memories and unhealthy thinking patterns will disappear. Knowing that mental disorders will be a thing of the past gives me the strength to cope with my limitations now as well as a wonderful hope for the future when my battle again depression. By focusing on bible examples and what God has given me now, i strengthen my hope for the future. The bible's promises become a reality for me and that really helps keep me going, thanks God am free from depression and all sickness today, thanks to God ones more and happy Sunday to everyone reading my past experiences.