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“I Suffer From Depression.” Here’s What I Am Doing About It.

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Merry Christmas: I’m Awake, But My Feelings Didn’t Make It

December 25, 2021 by Depression Is Not My Boss Leave a Comment

It's Christmas morning and I am awake and ready, but my feelings about the day are not going to be here

It’s 7:35 AM on Christmas morning; I’m up and have been for over an hour. We drove 1 ½ hour to visit my father-in-law on Christmas Eve. Both of my wife’s sisters were there, along with one’s fiancé. The pre-dinner treats were delicious and the bone-in rib roast with vegetables was very tasty. My wife brought gluten-free dinner rolls that melted in your mouth. My … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas: I’m Awake, But My Feelings Didn’t Make It

T’was The Night Before Christmas and Covid Appeared

December 24, 2021 by Depression Is Not My Boss Leave a Comment

Twas the night before Christmas and Covid apperaed, turning a close family gathering into a long distance Zoom call

It wasn’t me or a family member who tested positive for Covid-19. But the aftermath had the same result. Our Christmas gathering will be smaller. My son and his wife had planned to come down for a few days, beginning Christmas afternoon. We had planned an evening of Christmas dinner and presents around the tree. I even checked the bromine in the hot tub to make sure it was … [Read more...] about T’was The Night Before Christmas and Covid Appeared

Depression Is Sad I Am Looking Forward to Christmas

December 20, 2021 by Depression Is Not My Boss Leave a Comment

Depression is sad that I am looking forward to the holidays instead of letting depression decide how I will feel

This year, I am in control of how I view Christmas. When depression is in charge, I have given over to it my ability to choose how I feel. During these times, I have let depression tell me how I should feel. And then I go along with that very obediently. I do not want to upset depression and it makes sure that I know that. Depression wants me to be secretive and not share … [Read more...] about Depression Is Sad I Am Looking Forward to Christmas

It doesn’t feel like “7 more shopping days” until Christmas

December 17, 2019 by Depression Is Not My Boss 1 Comment

This year, getting in the holiday spirit is not automatic. Traditionally, I have been all over the holidays. The traditions, getting together with family, getting out decorations has been enjoyable. When the kids were smaller, they helped fuel the excitement of the season. Christmas is on autopilot, and I am going through the motions. There have been several … [Read more...] about It doesn’t feel like “7 more shopping days” until Christmas

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I write My Concealed Depression to create Mental Health AwarenessHello, I am Joel. I have Major Depressive Disorder. With 40+ years of living with high-functioning depression, I write my blog to find answers. 

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