Things we ignore but subconsciously hurt us

 Depression is real

I hate to say this but it is what it is. Over the years, one thing I've observed is that we're fine until our mindset functionality is disrupted. Let's take it lowly like a kid learning how to ride a bike. We  all have values or things we believe in and push to aim for, right? Such interests give us joy when fulfilled but what happens if the opposite is true?

I noticed that when our values/interests are questioned, not met, aren't in-line with our imagination or are about to die, maybe loss... we tend to fret and psychologically get disturbed. Such tendencies lead to stress. When stress prolongs, depression is the aftermath. We always believe depression is for the weak, un-monied individuals or those lacking ABC... well I'm sorry to disappoint you, depression is the state of the mind. If you cannot handle your mental well-being, you are be a potential victim.

Let the inner man scream on the outside, that way you can be assisted if need be. Tired of so-called finesse looking cakes but awfully tasting crap just because they didn't cook enough. Dare to be different, deal with mental issues and radiate joy and peace. Let happiness be your portion. 

~Nnessy💕

Dealing with challenges, changes or issues you encounter positively help fight this common enemy. I've noticed as Africans we always shun from such issues as we're taught to be strong even when the little boy/girl within is hurt or bleeding. No one talks of how to handle depression in fact victims are only introduced to medication but subconsciously they still have room to think and ponder on what led them to this state but sadly unable to deal with thoughts leading to a long-term illness of the same cycle. No wonder, the medication in-take is said to be a course for one may not be dealing with the problem, therefore; chances of it vanishing are slim. I bet if it was contagious thing, there'll be lots of quarantine centres😂😂😂

I appreciate the American culture, social groups that normalize speaking up and airing out of one's issues without fear of judgement but having people empathize with him/her, being a shoulder to lean on and giving suggestions and support also therapy sessions conducted in a bid to assist the victim. Such love and care shifts focus on some thoughts the victims has like suicide, hurting themselves... and they begin to see life from a different perspective.  I've personally observed that nature itself is a healing effect. Take a walk, go cycling or biking, mount climbing, go swimming, camping, jogging,picnics, play sport/games... the list goes on but simply be adventurous. That way you'll have positive notion to your mindset. Above all, let's normalize speaking up. To those people may confide in, do uphold one's integrity by applying confidentiality so as to promote victims to share their issues because a problem shared is half solved also a burden is taken off.

Depression is real. Guard yourself around it. Practice healthy mental wellbeing habits. Love yourself. Forgive yourself. Grow you into whom you wanna be some day.

Thank you😊