Advice for Someone Caring for someone with Depression?
30 Dec 2015 19:49 #217515
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Carlos Martinez: Beautifully said, and thank you for the words of encouragement!
LOL He gets a little touchy with the 'mothering' sometimes, but its with loving intent. I put out a brush with toothpaste for him and he was all, "I can do it myself!" I told him I knew, but that I knew he was going through a rough time right now and did it for him because I love him.
I knew full well he wouldn't brush his teeth if I didn't...probably would go a week or more...What else can I do to be kind and help without embarrassing him? Thanks.

I knew full well he wouldn't brush his teeth if I didn't...probably would go a week or more...What else can I do to be kind and help without embarrassing him? Thanks.
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30 Dec 2015 19:52 #217516
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Seeker,
I've seen that as well--very good to know it's apt. Really ought to implement it; ask him for instance how many spoons he has left, if he has the spoons remaining for something...He may not. In a way, I kind of see what I do as giving him some of my spoons (not always possible or enough, I know; maybe helping him find more spoons or letting him lean on my spoons is more apt).
Thank you!
I've seen that as well--very good to know it's apt. Really ought to implement it; ask him for instance how many spoons he has left, if he has the spoons remaining for something...He may not. In a way, I kind of see what I do as giving him some of my spoons (not always possible or enough, I know; maybe helping him find more spoons or letting him lean on my spoons is more apt).
Thank you!
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31 Dec 2015 01:31 #217577
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Good! There are people out there that want and can help you.
"Never give up! Never surrender!"
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Rickie wrote: Is there a support group for either or both of you?
Good! There are people out there that want and can help you.
"Never give up! Never surrender!"
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