About This Blog

My blog shares my recovery journey from childhood abuse to living with mental illness. I've been involved in twelve step groups and therapy since 1982. I accepted Jesus as my Savior in 1988. To the best of my ability, I have followed where He wants me to go and what He wants me to do. Maybe you'll find the hope and strength you need through what I write. Maybe you want to stop hurting yourself. Maybe you have a friend who needs help and can benefit from my story. I was newly disabled when I asked God this question: "What do you want me to do with my life?" I closed my eyes and paused for a few moments to still my mind. This is what I sensed from Him: "Amy, I want you to write your story to bring hope and healing to those who are still suffering." And that's exactly what I am doing!

Wednesday, July 03, 2013

Grief vs. Depression

I have no mental or physical energy to write  I borrowed this from a reliable source who recommended it, Meier Clinics (Click here to visit their website).

When my nephew Aaron died at age 18 from huffing propane, his dad and I had this kind of discussion.  Because I have a diagnosis of depression, I was able to help him understand the difference between the two.  I could do that because my therapist at the time was able to explain it to me.

Click here to read "What is the Difference Between Depression and Grief"


Here's a video that talks about, "Grief:  When It Becomes Depression."