Mental health

I hav been battling mental health issues for the past 4-5 years and some days are better than others. long story short my earthly father passed away 6 years ago yesterday, I have family issues going on, transportation problems AND I already see a therapist and psychiatrist. things just feel like they are going from bad to worse and I’m doing everything I know to do on my own. Reading the word, going To bible study, and even doing a social devotional. I don’t know what else to do other than be patient and wait, well I’ve been waiting for months and I feel like Gods not with me; and I KNOW he is, but In The depths of my soul I’m troubled like a little kid, I wish I could see HIS face in my dreams and give me the peace in my heart that everything will be ok. Cause nothing feels ok right now. Work is a struggle and All I want to do is sleep. Just Go home and sleep. I have 2 littles to take care of and a supportive hubby, but I can’t shake the feelings and the anxiety and depression that haunts my dreams.

I just don’t know what else to do...

Do you believe Jesus took on himself your shame?
Paid the price for your transgressions?
Do you believe in the love of God poured out for you by Jesus?

How much??
How deep??
How wide??

Where does the grace and peace of a christian come from?
It comes from knowing Him.

Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only TRUE God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent.

If you have believed and have the Spirit of God united to your spirit it is all a journey of coming to believe fully in His love, His nature of love.
To take that love into the depths of you and shine it in ever dark corner of your heart and soul.

Father in Jesus name search my sister and know (show), her heart to her, try her and know (show) her anxious thoughts to her. see if there are any hurtful ways in her and lead her in your everlasting way.

Being secured in God love is what every new/immature believer needs first.
Confessing our sins one to another is part of that process of healing.
Taking the light of Gods love into the depths of you so you can know that is does not go out or fade in your darkness is one way how you can know God and be secured more in His grace and peace.

Confession of what you would want to hide is a good first step, to move that into the light and become right in the process.
Not just what happened but what was in your heart.

Fill your life with the word of God to renew your thinking, because your thinking is a big part of the problem a new or untried believer has to deal with.
Your feelings follow your thinking, you may just have worn that thinking in over time that you are no longer aware of it, it become habit and you just are aware of the result of how you feel.
Keep reading your bible, New testament for starters just read it all through quickly. easy enough to do a book a day for most books are small. Go through the whole NT and when you are done do it again slowly but ask God a lot of questions in the process expecting answers.

Audio bible, play it all the time, soak in the word of God until it get into you.

It is all about securing you in who God really is.
That is the first step.

In the end if you want to feel right you need to do right.
Praying to see the motives of your heart behind your sin, so your confession would be of your sin motive and not just the outward results is a process like pealing an onion, layer after layer until there is nothing left of the old you.
Your husband gets equipped by God and is charged with helping you do this very thing.
The presenting of you as spotless and blameless without blemish to Christ Jesus.
Perfect, clean and pure.
For everyone who has their Hope set on Him (Jesus) purifies themselves just as He is pure.

Father in Jesus name secure my sister in your love.

That sounds rough. Reminds me of what it felt like to withdraw from alcohol. Are you on medication? I wonder if it is making you feel that way? Don't give up. You are right about waiting. Things can change. Who can diagnose you over a CC forum? I am not a trained professional, all I can do is state the obvious, exercise, eat right, (that must be rigidly followed for a few weeks to start really feeling it) lose weight if your obese because that makes most people feel tired and depressed, Make sure you are repenting of any known sinful habits and give them up, your conscience will constantly accuse you if you are holding on to obvious things that you know the Lord has told you to quit doing. If after the obvious is taken care of you can't shake bad feelings you should see a doctor about it. Get blood tests etc. I don't know anything about antidepressants, who really needs them and who doesn't. I am guessing you already know more than me about it. I will pray for you to get better soon.

So sorry to hear that you are going through this anxiety and depression, which can be devastating to your mental health. My mother and both of my sisters (along with my sister in law) all suffer from anxiety and depression and they are all on medication to help them cope with it. You mentioned that you are already seeing a therapist and psychiatrist and you are in God's word and you are in fellowship with other Christians. I understand that it can be very difficult for people who suffer from anxiety and depression! You are obviously pro active in seeking to overcome this anxiety and depression. You are also seeking help from other Christians. It sounds like you are moving in the right direction. I'm not sure what other advice I could give you, but we should all be in prayer for you. I will absolutely be lifting you up in prayer to the Lord. You are my sister in Christ and it saddens me to know you are going through this! Much love from your brother in Christ.

Sometimes we think some thing is spiritual but it may not be.

This may sound out there, but I have a relative who is doing a doctorate in neuroscience and he told me that bad posture which can come with being depressed, bad posture signals the brain that something is wrong and can cause anxiety and other health problems.

I have noticed myself forcing myself to sit and stand with good posture is very helpful to my mood.

As well, I have read that depression can be linked to diet, wheat can cause may many problems, or it can be some other food.
You can do some research on it and through a process of elimination see if it helps.

There is a huge gut-brain connection that we are only beginning to learn about.

As well, exercise to release those endorphins .. start out small and increase, it will help for sure.

I’m sorry for your loss.

Sometimes therapy is not enough. Therapy should be to reflect on your week or month.
A lot of people take their therapy too serious and don’t take matters into own hands anymore.

As you say “you don’t know what else to do anymore”. Do you really? Do you really not know or are you blocking out specific detais or what is obvious? Sometimes crying on ones shoulder and asking for help is more then enough to take first steps in absolution. We don’t need our therapists in this but our families. We need to cure our kids of that what is done to us. It’s not about us but about them, it’s all about them.

And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us (Romans 5:3-5).

"A 'friend' may be closer than one may think."

I know what you mean. I live in despair and hopelessness everyday and it seems like the worst is yet to come.


I won't speak for you, but when it comes to my own life, one thing is for certain: It's all downhill from here.

Are you terminally ill? If so, if your trusting in Jesus, be strong in faith, you will be comforted. If you are healthy then hang in there. Things always get better. So much can change in just a few months. Depression can be defeated.

Lord bless She_is_Legendary, and this prayer request, bless her with a good mental health , turn her sorrows into joy. Lord let your healing peace and strength be upon her. Lord take care of She_is_Legendary's life and situation and you be glorified. Bless every areas of her life , Lord please bless. In Jesus gracious name, Amen!

Hello @She_is_Legendary sorry to hear you are going through a rough time. Troubles and mental health struggles can may one feel like they're all alone. I want to encourage you that you are not alone. There are many people who struggle with mental health. I also have my times with anxiety an am on medication and see a therapist.

I want to encourage you that you are a strong and capable woman. You are so very loved by God.

God is right with you though you cannot see him. He is sustaining you and the plants and animals around you. You can rest knowing he is in complete control and cares for you. Some passages in the bible I like are the parable of the prodigal son and the story of how Jesus takes the children in his arms and blesses them(see Mark 10:13-16). As you read the bible you may find passages and verses that stand out to you. Think on the Scripture and verses that touch your heart and soak in his love for you.

UPDATE::::

So, I have been going to therapy and seeing my psychiatrist, which is helping more than I thought it would. I also have taken off a week for work to be home with my boys and spend time with them, got to declutter some of my house and my mom is coming over this weekend to help me with some other stuff. I DO feel a lot better, and I believe the whole time I have been MIA is when Christ has been there WITH me through all of this. Like I can actually feel his presence and its not like I was saying weeks ago how I cant "feel him", cause obviously I was living a life of nothing but sin.. but I have repented and cut ties with people in my life and I am officially moving ON with my life and my marriage and I am going to sort things out in a better way. Please dont ask for details, I just thank everyone for praying for me and all the wonderful advice. I really appreciate you all.
God bless

Hi this is Great news.I am really happy for you and I pray that you go on from strength to strength.Mental illness for a Christian can be really hard and getting the right kind of support can be a bit of a struggle and I will keep you in mind.We all appreciate you coming on here and your up date does warm my heart..😊😊

May God touch your heart, mind and soul, and give you the peace you long for. His grace is sufficient to heal all our needs.