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Chances are, if you were drawn to the title of this blog, you know the definition of the word “anguish” all too well. You know it isn’t like “sadness” or “depression”; Anguish is nothing like “disappointment” or “sorrow” nor even, on its own, “grief.” Anguish is when you are ripped open, body and soul, and …

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A dog named Brindle has been in a gloomy mood and going through sadness for the past nine months. That’s because it’s been that long since he last saw his human companion, JD Aument, who is overseas serving as a firefighter in the Army Reserves. With his best friend out of sight and a thousand …

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If you know someone who’s depressed, please resolve never to ask them why. Depression isn’t a straightforward response to a bad situation; depression just is, like the weather. Try to understand the blackness, lethargy, hopelessness, and loneliness they’re going through. Be there for them when they come through the other side. It’s hard to be …

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What to Do When You’re Feeling blue. Everyone has sad, blue days sometimes. When the burdens of life pile up, or you’re exhausted from dealing with some seemingly-never-ending crisis, feeling blue is normal. Here are some strategies and tips for coping with those kinds of days and putting yourself into a sunnier disposition: 1. Know …

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