Where can I turn for peace?
Where is my solace
When other sources cease to make me whole?
-Emma Lou Thayne[1]
I have depression. Giving utterance to these words can feel to me like the confession of a sin or a deep, dark secret. I never know what reaction to expect, but it is almost always difficult to say the words. Still, I feel that depression is now a part of me. It is a part of my history; it has helped shape me into the person I am, and it has taught me much of what I now know to be true. Letting people into this part of myself is liberating for me, and I can only hope that learning of my experiences may be enlightening and uplifting for others. Depression is a story that needs to be told.
[1] “Where Can I Turn For Peace?” Hymns 129
Where is my solace
When other sources cease to make me whole?
-Emma Lou Thayne[1]
I have depression. Giving utterance to these words can feel to me like the confession of a sin or a deep, dark secret. I never know what reaction to expect, but it is almost always difficult to say the words. Still, I feel that depression is now a part of me. It is a part of my history; it has helped shape me into the person I am, and it has taught me much of what I now know to be true. Letting people into this part of myself is liberating for me, and I can only hope that learning of my experiences may be enlightening and uplifting for others. Depression is a story that needs to be told.
[1] “Where Can I Turn For Peace?” Hymns 129
4 comments:
Friend of Jen's.
I really think you captured the feelings of depression. It's so hard to describe it, but I think you did it beautifully. Especially that there is hope, even though it's a battle, you have to try very hard to get there.
Thank you for sharing your story!
You may not remember me but I was so suprised to hear that you have dealt with this!
Your book is very strong and courageous. From someone who deals with Severe Clinical Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Dissorder, and Social Anxiety Disorder, so much of this was like what I have gone through.
Thank you for sharing this, I will put a link to it on my blog.
We sang this song at my oldest son's funeral. He passed away at 22 months old just 3 years ago. This song has brought much peace at my most depressing times. Much love.
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