I hold that belief, too, Roseanne. Anxiety and depression were so misunderstood 100 years ago. I feel for her deeply. Thank you for always reading through a lens of love and compassion.
I hold that belief, too, Roseanne. Anxiety and depression were so misunderstood 100 years ago. I feel for her deeply. Thank you for always reading through a lens of love and compassion.
Your post today helped me to remember that in the 1930’s or so, my Dad’s family was devastated by the Great Depression. The family says during that time, my paternal grandfather was institutionalized and died from “melancholia.” In today’s language, it was probably failure to thrive due to major depressive disorder. Your words today lead me to focus more on this gentle soul who was heartbroken that he could not provide for his wife and children. We send all those souls our deep love and gratitude.
I hold that belief, too, Roseanne. Anxiety and depression were so misunderstood 100 years ago. I feel for her deeply. Thank you for always reading through a lens of love and compassion.
Your post today helped me to remember that in the 1930’s or so, my Dad’s family was devastated by the Great Depression. The family says during that time, my paternal grandfather was institutionalized and died from “melancholia.” In today’s language, it was probably failure to thrive due to major depressive disorder. Your words today lead me to focus more on this gentle soul who was heartbroken that he could not provide for his wife and children. We send all those souls our deep love and gratitude.
Oh, we do, Roseanne. Thank you for sharing the story of your grandfather. May we hold our ancestors in great love and tenderness.