Sometimes the greatest obstacle to our success may not be in our heads. There are circumstances that we are unaware of at times that may contribute to the inertia in our lives. The state or quality of balance is essential to our ability to move forward: balance of bio-chemicals, balance of emotions, balance of checkbook.
For years I have dealt with anemia to one degree or another. Anemia happens to be the imbalance or deficiency of iron from one’s system. I was aware that anemia caused one to feel fatigued, but I never associated that condition with depression. For months I have been struggling with trying to get things done in my life, but I just did not feel like it. I have beat myself up mentally for not completing my projects on time, and I’ve harbored guilt about the physical feeling of not having energy. I have been to the doctor, but never has my doctor advised me about or inquired about my mental/emotional well-being.
Despite the oversight of my healthcare provider, I am taking action in creating more balance in my life. The daily dose of iron has done wonders. Once I complete a detox, I will be restored to my former greatness. Exercise and diet, of course, are essential to daily emotional wellness. There are holistic ways of coping with depression that do not require mood altering drugs. Meditation is also a practice that can help create balance and peace in our lives. If you feel stuck in your life and you know you have, and are willing, to do the work then there is a possibility that there is a health issue that needs to be addressed.
