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apala48
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I need help. I pray, attend Mass (usually) but feel so alone. I pray to feel God is with me, but all I feel is depression and a deep void.My prayers are for stronger faith, and forgiveness.
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Convert3
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I’ve been there. You are in my prayers!
Please go see your doctor!!!
God Bless!
Please go see your doctor!!!
God Bless!
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goout
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I have also dealt with depression and anxiety. So much to say.I need help. I pray, attend Mass (usually) but feel so alone. I pray to feel God is with me, but all I feel is depression and a deep void.My prayers are for stronger faith, and forgiveness.
Confession has always been a blessing and a place of healing. I have been to the box many times when I am not necessarily in mortal sin, but just suffering and need to pour my guts out to the Lord through the priest.
And other people helped me as well. If there is someone you can speak to honestly that is a blessing. If not for whatever reason, maybe attend a small group at your parish. There are many people who love to talk and love to help.
My prayers are with you. The son will come back out.
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Kitsa
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Are you familiar with St. Ignatius of Loyola’s rules for discernment of spirits? He talks a lot about spiritual consolation and desolation (feeling and not feeling God’s love and presence) and how to maintain strong faith through both.
He isn’t talking about medical depression, and if that’s your situation you should definitely see a doctor as well, but non-spiritual causes can lead to spiritual desolation and his rules can help with elements related to the latter.
You can find the rules in his original words here: https://scepterpublishers.org/blogs...scernment-of-spirits-by-st-ignatius-of-loyola
There are many books that help unpack his teaching and figure out what that means for actual daily life. I’ve read Timothy Gallagher’s The Discernment of Spirits, and highly recommend it. (There may be other books that are better, but that’s what I’m familiar with.)
You’ll be in my prayers!
He isn’t talking about medical depression, and if that’s your situation you should definitely see a doctor as well, but non-spiritual causes can lead to spiritual desolation and his rules can help with elements related to the latter.
You can find the rules in his original words here: https://scepterpublishers.org/blogs...scernment-of-spirits-by-st-ignatius-of-loyola
There are many books that help unpack his teaching and figure out what that means for actual daily life. I’ve read Timothy Gallagher’s The Discernment of Spirits, and highly recommend it. (There may be other books that are better, but that’s what I’m familiar with.)
You’ll be in my prayers!
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0Scarlett_nidiyilii
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Your depression may be a medical issue, so please consult a doctor.
You’re doing the right thing to attend Mass and pray and go to confession. But you won’t necessarily feel a certain way after it, and that’s actually okay. Spirituality goes deeper and broader than mere feelings.
However, because you are having psychological pain, please consult a doctor.
You’re doing the right thing to attend Mass and pray and go to confession. But you won’t necessarily feel a certain way after it, and that’s actually okay. Spirituality goes deeper and broader than mere feelings.
However, because you are having psychological pain, please consult a doctor.
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awesomecatholic
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I know exactly how you are feeling because I am there right now. I have severe depression and anxiety and I am sorry you are feeling so sad. Pray to Our Lady, she loves you and wants you to know how much she loves you and is here for you. When I wished I could tell my parents what was going on with me, I eventually realized I was talking to my parents the entire time! Our Lady and God. Maybe speak to your priest or trusted friend in your parish. Feel free to message me if you want to talk about anything. You are in my prayers!
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Annie
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This level of depression does sound serious, and while talking with a priest is always a good idea, you may need help from a doctor or therapist.
You wouldn’t ask a priest to take care of a broken leg or strep throat, so you should go to a specialist in psychology if you have a psychological problem.
You wouldn’t ask a priest to take care of a broken leg or strep throat, so you should go to a specialist in psychology if you have a psychological problem.
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Cor_ad_Cor
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I, too, have been there. I have a medical condition wherein depression is a recurring symptom. Sometimes, things are wonderful; other times, nothing is. Prayer can be dry and difficult during these times. I would encourage you to just keep trying to pray, maybe consider a spiritual director, definitely consult your medical doctor as others have suggested, and know that you’re not alone. We’re praying along for you and with you here.
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Takingflight005
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I reiterate what others have said in that seeing a doctor is definitely something to do.
As for your prayers, those prayers are awesome and you should keep them up. But, I’ve also found that a great way to pray that takes the pressure off you is to just as calmly as possible, ask Jesus what He wants for you to do that day, or even that hour. It may not always be what you expect (like sometimes I just want to listen to my darn audiobook during my commute, but the Lord asks me to offer a rosary for an intention), but it’ll always be satisfying. God bless you, my friend. He loves you…so, so much!
As for your prayers, those prayers are awesome and you should keep them up. But, I’ve also found that a great way to pray that takes the pressure off you is to just as calmly as possible, ask Jesus what He wants for you to do that day, or even that hour. It may not always be what you expect (like sometimes I just want to listen to my darn audiobook during my commute, but the Lord asks me to offer a rosary for an intention), but it’ll always be satisfying. God bless you, my friend. He loves you…so, so much!
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