My brother died a few years ago. I'm having trouble dealing with depression. I consider myself a proud person so I don't want to seek counseling. What other alternatives can I take to get better? It's killing me.
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Unfortunately for you, it might really be killing you. It might be more than just a figure os speech. Set your pride aside and seek help before it does kill you.
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therapy may be the only solution for you, my dad died on 9/11 i tried to get better without it but only got worse...please get help...God bless and good luck
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There is absolutely no shame in talking to a counselor about something so devastating. I'm sure your brother would not want you to suffer like this. Your pride is a false pride because it's keeping you from getting on with your life and being there for the living. Be proud enough to admit when you need help and go get it.
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Pride is something that stops a person from doing what needs to be done. Talking is sometimes the best way to work through your emotions. A licensed professional like a psychologist or a social worker is trained at guiding you through through this time. There really is not a magical alternative. You might want to see a doctor. He/she might prescribe an antidepressant to take the edge off so you can talk about what's causing you so much pain. Your life is precious and you need to be able to live. Please don't let pride interfere with your healing.
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If you had cancer, would you refuse to see a doctor because of pride? if you had a legal problem, would you refuse to see a lawyer? There is no shame in consulting a professional to deal with a serious situation; it is not a sign of weakness. By refusing to see a counsellor, you are choosing your pride over your life. Is this really the choice you want to make? i don't think it is. Your grief is making you less able to make a wise choice about caring for yourself; it's not unusual but it doesn't have to be that way. You can choose to handle things differently.
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