tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post3774543125201183655..comments2024-03-18T15:51:55.843-07:00Comments on Hit the Ground Running: An Exceptionally Important PostAli K.http://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-50721329157949798322013-09-12T14:09:02.859-07:002013-09-12T14:09:02.859-07:00It's such a relief to be personally separated ...It's such a relief to be personally separated from depression for the most part now, although I feel like last year I flirted with it a little bit after my half marathon because of post-race symptoms. It's so hard to see someone we love struggling with depression but unwilling to seek help. Your husband sounds like such a strong, supportive partner from all you say about him...I hope he's finding help or support that works for him, even if he's not ready to see a professional.Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-51984729613010564272013-09-11T09:55:19.649-07:002013-09-11T09:55:19.649-07:00Thanks for doing this, Ali. I spent a long time mi...Thanks for doing this, Ali. I spent a long time mildly depressed (and a lot anxious) and then got to taste it again with post-partum depression after my first child. A really good therapist and some time in 12-step communities helped with the long-term stuff and time did with the post-partum round. I live so far from depression/anxiety now that I forget about that part of my life (and I think running makes a huge difference along with the thinking skills I learned and internalized), but I need to remember so that I can be of help to others and in case it comes to visit again. My husband is (has been) struggling with both depression and anxiety for a long time but refuses to seek professional help...Annie Crowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09734321180522990210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-50326826544032278762013-09-11T03:50:42.079-07:002013-09-11T03:50:42.079-07:00I'm sorry to hear you're battling PPD, but...I'm sorry to hear you're battling PPD, but it's good that you are aware of it. So many mothers I've known are in denial of their symptoms, not wanting to admit to some kind of "imperfection" as a new mom. I'm glad running is helping you, and I hope you're getting the other help and support you need at home and from a doctor!Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-15130818471287324632013-09-11T03:49:19.942-07:002013-09-11T03:49:19.942-07:00PostSecret is the best :o) I, too, loved, that thi...PostSecret is the best :o) I, too, loved, that this week the site focused on suicide prevention.Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-89246704829231493612013-09-10T21:59:44.750-07:002013-09-10T21:59:44.750-07:00This is a great post. In the danger of really put...This is a great post. In the danger of really putting myself out there, I am currently battling a mild-moderate case of postpartum depression. It started after my daughter was born but got worse after my son was born. There was just a lot of stress from different angles that hit me all at once. Running has been helping tremendously but I still have good and bad days. Michelle @ Running More Than Errandshttp://www.runningmorethanerrands.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-75970242544178829712013-09-10T07:22:51.415-07:002013-09-10T07:22:51.415-07:00Running is my therapy. Thanks for talking about t...Running is my therapy. Thanks for talking about the difficult things. Postsecret is one of my very favorite websites and I loved this week's post. People are embarrassed about being depressed, but talking to someone will only make things better. You're great!NotRachemhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05535369819272842179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-48992981769652817612013-09-10T04:36:24.317-07:002013-09-10T04:36:24.317-07:00Good post. Yes, I began running as a way to combat...Good post. Yes, I began running as a way to combat depression. When I had to stop due to injury, it just pulled me further into what I was going through.<br /><br />I think part of the problem is because people don't talk about it, they think they're alone. One of the books that made me realize I had been depressed almost my entire life is You Are Not Alone by Julia Thorne. Also (and I don't think this is talked about enough), if you don't find a good therapist immediately, try someone else. It's so worth it in the end!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-91824414408288360472013-09-10T03:48:51.685-07:002013-09-10T03:48:51.685-07:00Unfortunately, it's such a quiet and sneaky il...Unfortunately, it's such a quiet and sneaky illness, and people are often ashamed to come forward. Destigmatizing depression is half the battle!Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-76044269593721331402013-09-10T03:48:06.619-07:002013-09-10T03:48:06.619-07:00I'm so glad you pulled yourself out...My world...I'm so glad you pulled yourself out...My world would be darker without you in it!Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-64552310319955363622013-09-10T03:46:59.444-07:002013-09-10T03:46:59.444-07:00Running is a good way to help ourselves, but it sh...Running is a good way to help ourselves, but it shouldn't be the only way. If you're struggling, please talk to someone.Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-47742266906156706462013-09-10T03:24:27.461-07:002013-09-10T03:24:27.461-07:00Thanks for posting. Fortunately I do not (knowing...Thanks for posting. Fortunately I do not (knowingly) know anyone battling this but i'm sure someone I know secretly is or has.<br />emma @ a mom runs this townEmmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18008824298944130715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-85517013642796393072013-09-09T20:19:38.202-07:002013-09-09T20:19:38.202-07:00Thanks for posting this Ali!
Last year around this...Thanks for posting this Ali!<br />Last year around this time, I was using my old blog still and I posted about suicide prevention as a sign I needed help. No one responded but luckily I was able to pull myself out of that and fall in love with running again.<br /><br />Like you said, darkness passes...and before we know it is morning again, a brand new day.Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04975156527926120864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-701456528852294742013-09-09T17:08:50.901-07:002013-09-09T17:08:50.901-07:00One of the reasons I am really craving running rig...One of the reasons I am really craving running right now - mood balance and self image/worth. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06395572166081926343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-60339200402811125902013-09-09T15:19:37.303-07:002013-09-09T15:19:37.303-07:00Yes, this, so much! Depression is still stigmatize...Yes, this, so much! Depression is still stigmatized, but given how many people deal with it throughout their lives, there's no reason for that stigma. Asking for help is sometimes the hardest part, but it's the most important step, and it's 100% absolutely okay to ask. <br /><br />No one has to go it alone.<br /><br />Thank you for adding this!Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-20198200520274979272013-09-09T14:53:29.961-07:002013-09-09T14:53:29.961-07:00Such an important message. I would just add to any...Such an important message. I would just add to anyone who read your post and is battling with depression that it's okay to reach out for help. <br /><br />For me, life was a balance between days where I thought I was being strong by holding it all in and crying myself to sleep and days where I wanted so badly to reach out for help but I was too ashamed and embarrassed. <br /><br />No one ever stopped and told me it was okay to ask for help. Everyone just ignored that anything was wrong with me, and made up excuses for why I was acting the way I was. And I was only too happy to let those excuses stand. <br /><br />Perhaps if someone had just said "it's okay to ask for help" on the days that I so badly wanted to, I would have. I don't know that I would have, but maybe... <br /><br />So I just want to say that it's okay to ask for help. It sounds intensely scary but it will feel like such a relief in the end.Kristina @ Blog About Runninghttp://www.blogaboutrunning.comnoreply@blogger.com