Introduction
I'm new to 7 Cups. In fact I just joined yesterday. I came across 7 Cups as I was googling for information on depression. I've been exploring, and it looks like a wonderful place.
I've struggled with depression for such a long time. Sometimes things go pretty well for a while, then the bottom drops out again. Sometimes I feel like life and depression are fairly manageable, and other times it feels like I'm being washed away by violent floods. Well, actually more like being swallowed up by sinkhole...in slow motion.
This evening I downloaded the new e-book, 7 Cups for the Searching Soul, and read it. Great book. It explained so many things that had never been explained to me in a way that it was so easy to understand and relate to.
I've been reading a lot of posts, but haven't responded to many since I'm not really sure what I am allowed to say to others since I'm a Member and not a Listener. However, do know that I've been reading what so many of you are posting. I understand where you're coming from, and you aren't alone.
Hi, @BridgetAileen! Let me officially welcome you to our community then ^^ I'm glad that you decided to be a part of this community, because I can already sense from your post how thoughtful and considering you are. I believe you will fit with other kind minds perfectly ^^
I have depression, too and I can completely understand the slow-motion sinking. For me it's like trying to walk in the quick sands. You just know how it will end, but still try to escape...
I haven't read a book yet, but your review encourage me to do that. I'm curious how it looks. I hope there are insights from the community itself.
I'm also a member here and from my experience you can reply however you'd like as long as it's kind. When I read someone's story I always remember how much courage it took them to be honest and share their heartaches with me. I'm trying to show them that I care about them and their lives by empathizing and comforting. All we need is sometimes to simply be heard. For me listening is all that matters.
Once again, welcome, lovely! If you have any question, I'll be glad to help you. Best wishes!
Thank you for addressing my concerns about how to respond to others, @Celaeno.
Quicksand is another good analogy. It was used in the book, actually. There are some comments from 7 Cups members. They also include stories, personal experiences of people, research findings...all sorts of things. It's really well put together. It's broken up into two main sections. The first one explains how our mind and emotions work and the factors that influence them. The second goes over the 7 Cups approach. It's 91 pages long, and a very easy read. I'll be interested to know how you like it once you've had the chance to read it.
Have a beautiful day!
