October's Tender Mercies 🍂
Some of my holy and cozy remedies for seasonal depression that could help you too
Living Discussions with Heavenly Father
Why hello cold weather. This is my depression’s favorite season. It came just in time as I take every single word personally and crawl into a cave of “I suck” aka “I’m the victim here.” My point in this is that my prayers with God about my brain has been a tender mercy to me because He is the only One who understands me perfectly—even more than I do of myself. :’)
During one of my prayers to God, after talking about all of my fears and complaints, I felt to ask, “How are You?” which seemed silly, I know. And I felt this holy wave in my mind and chest saying, “ Well, I always think about you.” It made me think…do I think of Him always? What does ‘always’ look like? What is it to you?
Very Cute Relationships
My cute doggo, Shiba Inu named Tombo. He has been my walking partner lately when I go outside for a good, cozy 30 minutes. Sometimes I forget, but he reminds me by looking at me intensely, close to the door, waiting to do our daily cute walk—and I am so grateful because it helps my anxious brain <33
My sweet baby nephew just turned seven years old 😭 and I almost said that thing where you go to family reunions and a relative you don’t really think much about says, “Oh my gosh. You’re so grown up now. I remember holding you when you were a baby!” Who knew that the tender mercy of being a part of someone’s childhood came with A LOT of banana bread and “Ghost” by Justin Bieber. I do have the Bieber fever, and I don’t really want to take medication for it. I enjoy this sickness 🤪 (Fun fact: my nephew shares the same feet size with me now which is 5 1/2 in women’s. I’m a ladybug)
God Made Music For Us
My love for music and singing. I prayed about what remedy I can preserve and set aside when my depression and anxiety takes over—and I felt impressed to sing often! Not just often, but to learn, dive in deep, hear and feel God in singing songs I love. To sing praises to Him. I hope this can inspire you to enjoy some music and sing often too in this chilly season!! I won’t tell anyone if you’re off tune. In fact, I’ll sing with you! For those who love music, here’s a reminder that it can be a great soothing balm for the soul. It definitely is for me.
Following the Prophet’s recent invitation to “rededicate our lives to Jesus Christ”1 brought me to this hymn video below. It’s a much slower rendition, as if we are being asked to Hear Him2 better…to understand His words better. It is my testimony that Jesus Christ is the ultimate expression of Heavenly Father’s love for us. When we keep the Savior in our hearts through following our covenants with Him, contention will leave our homes. It’s hard (for me too!!), but this is the Lord’s promise—and He stands by His words perfectly. So keep trying. The Lord sees and loves your efforts. Let’s try to find joy in repentance. :’)
From this song, which “more” phrase is yours? Mine is more hope in His word.