Two years ago my wife and I made a decision to save a substantial amount and in lieu of a conventional mortgage down payment, opted for an action packed two year odyssey overseas. For me this was a bold decision. Prior to the epic journey my travels were safely contained within annual leave. I used go overseas with my mind half in the new place and half worrying about things … [Read more...]
Meditation, exercise and e-books: How Alexandra Beat Depression
Alexandra is author of 4 best-selling books, has developed a unique programme ‘The Beat Depression Programme’ and makes regular appearances on both radio and television. How I Beat Depression interviewed her about her own experiences with depression and methods for beating it. I understand you have battled depression and beaten it too. Can you please talk a little more … [Read more...]
How The Bible Beats Depression
When we canvas our How I Beat Depression Facebook audience about what books help them the most with depression, the Bible comes up consistently. The wisdom of the Bible thoroughly pre-dates modern psychological concepts of treating and beating depression. The Bible's age is often cited by skeptics who struggle to believe that something so old could still retain relevance. … [Read more...]
The Absent Father and Depression
The painful and lasting effects of the absent father on mental health and addiction Often people who struggle with depression have an absent father in their lives. The absent father figure comes up frequently when we document recovery stories, some examples are: Carrie Fisher and Jason Robinson. When the father is absent the likelihood of substance use and depression is … [Read more...]
Stress and Depression: Interview with the Stress Therapist
Stress and depression always go together because going through depression is stressful. Often a stress overload is a precipitation cause in depression's development. Today we interview Adewale who runs a fantastic website called Stress Therapist which focuses on the treatment of stress and mental health issues, specifically depression and anxiety. He has a wealth of insight and … [Read more...]