Finding Hope for Lasting Relief from Depression (Part 1) - Dr. Gregory Jantz

Millions of people are suffering in silence with depression, but there is hope and healing available. Dr. Gregory Jantz, a leading authority on mental and behavioral health, shares encouragement and help for those overwhelmed by feelings of guilt and shame associated with depression. He tells success stories from patients who’ve found hope and healing for mind, soul and body, by developing healthy habits, growing spiritually in your faith community, and taking prescribed medication when appropriate. His practical advice includes maintaining a healthy diet, drinking plenty of water, getting sleep, and withdrawing from technology.
Get Dr. Jantz's book, Healing Depression for Life: bit.ly/42J9K5D
For more resources on this topic: bit.ly/44LFDMI
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[@ChildofGod315]

God is always testing us his purpose is to prove that our faith is real. Even though I’m struggling I will keep faith, Since covid I fell on a terrible hardship. I lost my job for declining the vaccine. I declined due to my health conditions. I suffer from lupus, and heart disease. I’m now waitressing but not making nearly enough to get by. I’m a single mom, my husband died suddenly years ago. I’m all alone. My children are autistic and non verbal, I’m overwhelmed. I recently started homeschooling them because they were having so many issues in school including bullying. Please pray for me. I’m struggling to pay rent, struggling to buying groceries, struggling to afford the tools I need to homeschool my sons. I WANT TO GIVE UP! But I TRUST in you JESUS. Even as I struggle providing for my children. I will keep faith in God. Faith over fear. Lord hear my prayers. I don’t understand why I’m going through this hardship for so long but I trust you LORD!

[@faithmatemavi2292]

🙏

[@TheTerrs]

I pray for you in Jesus. Name

[@motorctygrl]

🙏

[@ritasympson5107]

Praying for you & family.

[@gatorups]

Praying for you and your family. I can’t even imagine how difficult that must be

[@amandabooysens5682]

I need this as I cannot seem to shake my depression. It is affecting every area of my life. Lord help me please.

[@focusonthefamily]

Thank you for sharing, Amanda. If you're in the U.S., You may find it worthwhile to speak with one of our Christian counselors. Just call 1-800-A-FAMILY (232-6459) from 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. (MT), Monday through Friday. The Family Help Center staff member who answers the phone will arrange for a counselor to call you back. One of them will be in touch just as soon as they’re able. In the meantime, check out articles we’ve posted in the “Dealing with Depression” www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/dealing-with-depression/ and “Depression” www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/depression/ areas of our website. You might also find our resource list www.focusonthefamily.com/resources-mental-health/ on this subject of interest. Know that we’ll be praying for you. Grace and peace.

[@susanneengel-schuster]

So precious, thank you. My favourite prayer is: Lord correct me, and HE does it so kindly.

[@ChildofGod98765]

God bless you. God is always testing us his purpose is to prove that our faith is real. Even though I’m struggling I will keep faith, Since covid I fell on a terrible hardship. I lost my job for declining the vaccine. I declined due to my health conditions. I suffer from lupus, and heart disease. I’m now waitressing but not making nearly enough to get by. I’m a single mom, my husband died suddenly years ago. I’m all alone. My children are autistic and non verbal, I’m overwhelmed. I recently started homeschooling them because they were having so many issues in school including bullying. Please pray for me. I’m struggling to pay rent, struggling to buying groceries, struggling to afford the tools I need to homeschool my sons. I WANT TO GIVE UP! But I TRUST in you JESUS. Even as I struggle providing for my children. I will keep faith in God. Faith over fear. Lord hear my prayers. I don’t understand why I’m going through this hardship for so long but I trust you LORD!

[@jessyjonas4988]

Amen Pray the Holy Scriptures

[@adniloropmaco4341]

Thank you Lord for this message🙏

[@margrose5]

Thank you for this comforting and hopeful message. I’ve struggled with depression all my life. Usually due to circumstances, but I’m beginning to realize there may be hope in learning better ways to respond to what I can’t control. That’s my biggest problem.

[@nancylohe986]

......he is really talking about me can relate to this sharing !! Lord ,Give me a New and a Fresh Revelation as iam taking this Step 🙏 🙌

[@Aqui..]

The only thing that's ever really helped me with depression is exercise.

[@lisacadman3842]

How much exercise did it take? ie., how many hours a day?

[@Aqui..]

​@@lisacadman3842 Really not much. 30-40 mins a day. A quick walk and go fast enough for awhile to break a sweat. Just enough to get the brain chemistry righted.

[@ntrelis]

Probiotics help a lot, too.

[@lisacadman3842]

SUCH a compassionate approach to a hugely important topic! Thank you!

[@jsamc]

Wow, this is cool never seen them on video before.

[@daphnekivinen9482]

I am going down the depression path again. It is coming from being hurt deeply by a family member. I have been to my Nurse Practioner and she wants me to keep in close contact and let her know how I'm doing. I am finding out that the only thing that is helping me is reading encouraging scriptures and prayer. I am also reading again my favorite devotional My Utmost fot His Highest by Oswald Chambers. But really deep down, I want someone to come alongside of me. I am keeping on keeping on. Unfortunately I have an adrenal disease that causes hormonal anxiety. I may start journaling. Please keep me in your prayers. I am going to look for Mr. Jantz's book. I live in WA State can you suggest a Christian counselor in SW WA? Thank you❣

[@TheTerrs]

God is helping

[@margrose5]

While I tend toward depression and have most of my life, the worst of it is situational. I feel hopeless and out of control of it.

[@focusonthefamily]

We’re sorry to hear about your struggle with depression, friend, and we can certainly understand the feelings you expressed. As a help to you, we encourage you to call our counselors who can listen and pray with you. Here's the contact info: bit.ly/2qnfJjn. May God surround you with many reminders of His unfailing watch‐care in the days ahead.

[@janiehesser8591]

I have medication resistant depression and anxiety

[@starrmeadows7033]

How do I heal from anxiety?

[@focusonthefamily]

Hello, friend! Do check out the FAQ on this topic www.focusonthefamily.com/family-qa/managing-anxiety/. Also, please feel free to give us a call at 1/800-A-FAMILY and talk to one of our counselors. God be with you.

[@jsamc]

Hope is that light at the end of the tunnel, that light is Jesus Christ. The next step is to move that light from the end of the tunnel to right next to you !!

[@jessyjonas4988]

Drink more water + exercise+ diet

[@TheTerrs]

Just remember Luke 8:17 and God will come he will take your anxiety

[@ineedanickname74]

Hey Doctor, there is water in coffee. Just letting you know. 😂

[@user-on7zd8yi8g]

Coffee is a diuretic though

[@ineedanickname74]

@@user-on7zd8yi8g hi, you lose a small percentage of water when you drink coffee but you mostly retain the fluid.