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Originally Posted by 427camo
One of the best things I ever did for myself was learning to be assertive. I always had a lot of trouble speaking up for myself and telling people what I wanted professionally and personally. It is such a powerful and necessary tool to have, it should be taught at school. Sadly, the people that are lacking in this area are over represented in mental illness. Anybody who is feeling blue or depressed, please speak up, talk to a doctor or ring a help line. You are not alone and tomorrow is always a new day where anything is possible. Check out Beyond Blue and Black Dog Institute. Fantastic sites & people.
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or you can be too assertive and end up alone and deeper into depression