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Sometimes we don't want to admit things to ourselves because we are afraid of the truth and what it might mean. I am definitely guilty of this. It's one thing to be honest with someone else, but to be honest with yourself, well, that can be difficult at times. Especially when it comes to admitting that you need help, or that you really do have something that you just didn't want to have.
Personally, one of the hardest things for me to admit to myself was that I needed help with my mental illness. I had let it get to the point where I was consumed by the depression before I could admit to myself I had a problem. I was so depressed it would come out in the form of anger and it was ruining me and the relationships around me. I have repaired some of them, but there are still some that need fixed. I hope to one day do this, but it's hard.
Once I could see that I needed help, and admit that truth to myself, WOW, it was as though someone had lifted the biggest load from my chest. I got help. The depression is still there, but not as bad these days. The anxiety, well, that's another battle I've had to face. Another day for that though.
Was there a time you had to admit that ONE BIG TRUTH to yourself? Did you feel better after, or were you left feeling worse than before? Admitting something to yourself doesn't always mean you will feel better after the fact unfortunately.
Just something to think about...
Have a wonderful day!
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6 comments:
Hugs...admitting it is brave :)
What a wonderful honest post! Someone had put a quote on FB about being a bully to yourself! I know I am so guilty of this! I am very very hard on myself, and it is hard for me to deal with feeling like I am not good enough. Which comes from my childhood! But all we can do is be honest with ourselves and ask for help when we need it! I love your journal page so honest and pure...the colors and texture of the hair are awesome!
Good for you, admitting and realizing it is definitely the first step and makes a huge difference and really is the only way healing can begin. I have had to be honest about myself about how I was dealing with some tragic things in my life a few years back, I was taking my anger and frustration out on all the wrong things. Thank you for your comment on my blog the other day. I tried to e-mail you back a response but your e-ail address is a no-reply blogger address, just so you know.
Thank you for sharing your story. I too manage depression and anxiety. I have found that by standing in my truth I have had the opportunity to help others come to terms and stand in their own truth. Keep up the good work! #SITSGirlsBlogging Comment Love Tribe
I struggle with depression too and I had to be honest with myself this year and admit that I needed help dealing with it. It's tough to admit that we can't always fix things on our own and hoping that issues will just go away doesn't work most of the time either. I admire you courage and honesty. Thanks for sharing. I stopped by from #SITSBlogging.
Yes, Emily, I've had to admit this very same thing. It was hard and it was a struggle, but God pulled me through it. Found you via SITS!
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