Jana Nicole
Aug 23, 2017 · 3 min read

It has been four months since I was released from the hospital and, begun my journey of recovery on my own. Being in the hospital for suicide and depression has taught me a lot. 2017 has been a rough year for me and, that’s only half of why I was in the hospital. I had a nervous breakdown and felt I didn’t deserve to live and that I wasn’t enough. However, God came that I should live a life of abundance. I found myself worried over things I couldn’t control. My anxiety was all over the place and, I begin to panic, to the point I was having panic attacks. For the first time in my life, I wanted the anxiety and headaches to stop which meant I needed to take control over my life.

Since being out of the hospital I have been taken steps to make living with my diagnosis of clinical depression work for me. Doors have opened for me since I made the decision to get help. Life hasn’t been easy but, I learn to accept the storms that blow my way. So, here are five things I’ve learned so far on my road to recovery with clinical depression:

  1. Prayer changes things.

Giving God all your problems takes the weight of the world off your shoulders. 1 Peter 5:7 “Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you.

2. Exercising makes me feel better.

Working out and other forms of physical activity such as walking can definitely ease symptoms of anxiety or depression.

3. My thought process is connected to my mood.

Whatever I decide to think on, will effect my attitude, life, and how I see myself.

4.Choosing to be happy.

Even on my bad days being happy, is a step towards learning how to handle situations that come my way in life. I can choose to be in a bad mood or, still keep a smile on my face.

5. Setting a goal everyday.

Even if it’s a small goal having short-term and long term goals keep a structured environment and help you look forward to something. It is better to plan then fail to plan.

Clinical depression or major depressive disorder (MDD) is when someone experiences persistent and intense feelings of sadness for extended periods of time. I was diagnosed with clinical depression which affects many areas of my life but I’m still choosing to seek help and you can too. Many people choose not to get treatment but, choosing treatment can help you get better.

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