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Music Blog and depression

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CluelessJoe

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Hello

A while ago I started a music blog, just me doing a few songs, (I used to play in bars but a couple of years ago had a stroke, right arm isn't the same now)

I was happily making videos until about a month ago, I don't know what happened, I just stopped. I have been quite depressed about my diabetes and kidney problems, and thought it wasn't worth carrying on. I know I suffer from depression (am on pills) but I didn't realise it could affect me like that.

Anyway, I still can't find the motivation to play so I thought if I put it out there more, on places where I'm a member, that might do it! I hope you like it :)

http://onlinebusker.blogspot.com.es/

Please don't be offended by the two finger salute, it was meant for some people who sent me messages that were , let's say,less than encouraging.
 
CluelessJoe said:
Hello

A while ago I started a music blog, just me doing a few songs, (I used to play in bars but a couple of years ago had a stroke, right arm isn't the same now)

I was happily making videos until about a month ago, I don't know what happened, I just stopped. I have been quite depressed about my diabetes and kidney problems, and thought it wasn't worth carrying on. I know I suffer from depression (am on pills) but I didn't realise it could affect me like that.

Anyway, I still can't find the motivation to play so I thought if I put it out there more, on places where I'm a member, that might do it! I hope you like it :)

http://onlinebusker.blogspot.com.es/

Please don't be offended by the two finger salute, it was meant for some people who sent me messages that were , let's say,less than encouraging.
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Hiya

If the pills arent making a difference a month in it may be advisable to go see someone about it and either change the medication or have original medication increased. It may also help you if you ask for some kind of talking therapy so you can discuss your diabetes issues in depth.

It isnt easy and I wish you well. Music is good therapy and I hope you find the inclination to take it up again. I dont play, or sing but I appreciate a good bit of music to help me through some of the darker days

Take care
 
I didn't have depression but had anxiety as a symptom, music helped me when I wanted to be by myself so I could cope with everything.
Music crosses all borders and no one can tell how you are suffering, when it's in your head!
Never give up, and talking to someone who knows about depression and how you are feeling is a start and getting help is always better than suffering alone.

Best wishes.
 
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