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Feeling down today
Samson:
--- Quote from: Roy Coates on December 23, 2009, 02:09:03 PM ---Not sure what exactly is wrong. I feel a pressure if you will. Money, kids, confusion, general trouble. I have what I need for today. Looking for guidance from Jesus and prayers from you. Blessing and mercy to you all
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Hey Roy,
This time of year, the days are as short as they can be, approximately 4 days from now, the days will start getting longer again. The Sun is directly over the Tropic of Capricorn and starts it's ascent towards the equator in a few days. What does this have to do with you Brother, maybe nothing at all, but many people are affected by the shorter days, making the everyday pressures seem worse than normal. They crave carbohydrates more than normal. They lack and produce less serotonin for the brain.
Beloved(Carol) had some good advice directed at another issue regarding Lupac's Thread in this section, but she was addressing another problem. I appreciated all that she said, but just as a suggestion, you might consider investing in a Full Spectrum of lights lamp to provide some of the light we don't get from the Sun this time of year, I have one and it sure helps me, a good Multiple Mineral Pill with Vitamin D(400 I.U.) can't hurt. Of course, none of this won't make your problems go away, only God in his due time and plan(Boulema-Greek) can and will do that, we can only persevere, for now. My Prayers go out to you, feeling somewhat Depressed about Life's problems is certainly not any fun.
Kind Regards, Samson.
tamaralv:
Hey Roy,
I can certainly empathize with you. Samson is right about the lack of direct sunlight affecting our mood. Several years ago I was diagnosed with SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). I have tried many types of anti-depressants, with very limited results and some nasty side effects to boot. This year I began taking Vitamin D3 6,000 IUs per day and the results have been surprising. I've been able to cut my antidepressant dosage in half, with my doctors approval and may go off of them altogether. I found a lot of information on the Internet so do some research if you feel this may be helpful to you. When your mood is lifted it's amazing how much easier it is to deal with life's ups and downs. This has been an especially difficult year for me as well and the holiday season certainly does it's share to bring people down, whether you celebrate them or not. Hang in there, Roy. I'll pray God strengthens you through all of this.
Peace and Love in Christ Jesus!
lauriellen:
i was doing some reading a night or two ago and came accross this verse...i hadn't really noticed it before, but it has just STUCK in my mind for some reason.....i think it is a beautiful promise and maybe it will give you some peace:
Lam 3:31 For the Lord will not cast off for ever:
Lam 3:32 BUT THOUGH HE CAUSE GRIEF, yet will he
have compassion according to the multitude of his mercies.
God bless you,
lauriellen
Dave in Tenn:
--- Quote from: lauriellen on December 27, 2009, 01:32:37 PM ---i was doing some reading a night or two ago and came accross this verse...i hadn't really noticed it before, but it has just STUCK in my mind for some reason.....i think it is a beautiful promise and maybe it will give you some peace:
Lam 3:31 For the Lord will not cast off for ever:
Lam 3:32 BUT THOUGH HE CAUSE GRIEF, yet will he
have compassion according to the multitude of his mercies.
God bless you,
lauriellen
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Oh my, lauriellen. Thanks so much for sharing that scripture.
rockrdude:
Yes.. THANK YOU for those scriptures! I'm going to print these and put them on my wall to remind myself daily that things WILL get better. I know they will get better for you too, Roy. There is always an end to suffering and trials. It is promised.
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