Comments on Dorkabetic: Honest O'Clock on Friday

Anybody who is a Type I diabetic and hasn't ex...

2012-01-30T22:39:33.224-05:00

Anybody who is a Type I diabetic and hasn't experienced depression is CRAZY (or just in denial). As much as I hate to say it depression is one of those things that comes along naturally with diabetes (just like kidney disease, neuropathy, etc.). What normal person can reasonably deal with a disease that never lets up, is there every time you turn around, and carries with it horrible repercussions? You are not alone! Kristi

I think one of the things I love most about you is...

2012-01-29T10:45:11.401-05:00

I think one of the things I love most about you is your honesty! I can't wait to see you at CWD and celebrate and celebrate all the wonderfulness that is you!
I know that your struggling right now and talking with someone absolutely helps!
HUGS!!!

oh hannah, i hear you. i finally got to the point ...

2012-01-28T11:00:52.783-05:00

oh hannah, i hear you. i finally got to the point where i was ready to ask for help only a few months ago.

know that you are loved, and we'll all got your back. like bob said, tweet me anytime (@JessMeandD).

you can do this! <3

Use this "down-time" to write some poetr...

2012-01-27T18:58:21.593-05:00

Use this "down-time" to write some poetry. Or at least take notes. Personally, I do my best writing when I'm on the down-swing.

When things are a bit more..."together" I tend to be too busy to really write. When I'm walking around like there are oil wells pumping in my living room, I'm out with friends and I'm doing videos and making plans.

I hate to say it, but this time is valuable too. It's part of you.

If you need an ear, don't hesitate to email, Hannah.

With love!

Hang in there and don't procrastinate on getti...

2012-01-27T14:57:02.854-05:00

Hang in there and don't procrastinate on getting the therapist. It really does help.

All I can say is that I applaud your honesty honey...

2012-01-27T14:24:06.892-05:00

All I can say is that I applaud your honesty honey. And I can't wait to see you at CWD and for you to meet Grace! Love to you.

I've blogged about my struggles with depressio...

2012-01-27T14:08:21.055-05:00

I've blogged about my struggles with depression - tweet me @rpederse if you'd like links. I've been struggling in recent months, and I've also been struggling to blog. Only over the last few days am I starting to get some ideas. Best of luck on the therapist hunt.

You know I've been down the road many many tim...

2012-01-27T13:47:30.394-05:00

You know I've been down the road many many times (and have been experiencing an epic heightened anxiety/depressive cycle since Christmas).

I don't have good advice about therapists - only that you should try to find one that's covered by insurance and who makes you comfortable enough to open up.

I keep a gratitude journal, I only write about the...

2012-01-27T13:45:30.171-05:00

I keep a gratitude journal, I only write about the graces in life a nd I www.doasone.com everyday even if its just 5 minutes. Medical issue that are beyond a persons contol brings a heavy burden. I wish you well!

I can't wait to see you at the CWD Tech weeken...

2012-01-27T13:36:18.740-05:00

I can't wait to see you at the CWD Tech weekend so we can celebrate your birthday and your honesty. xoxo to you, Hannah.

I've battled Seasonal Affective Disorder for g...

2012-01-27T12:54:52.651-05:00

I've battled Seasonal Affective Disorder for going on a decade (I'm 30), so I know what you are going through. It sucks. My husband finally asked me to get some help because he missed his friend. They put me on meds and told me to try and make sure I was in the sun, exercise when I feel up to it (which, really, when is that EVER gonna happen!), and make sure to take plenty of vitamin D. Now, that may not be the case for you. But go to your insurance provider and look up therapists. Read their bios, get a feel for them and narrow the field down. Then call and ask if you can set up an appt and talk to them. If you don't feel like they are understanding what you need, or you just aren't gelling, go to a different one. Nothing says you have to go to the first one you pick. And just realize; it will take time. Hope it all works out for you.