be more optimistic and positive
born a pessimist 4 years ago

I was born pessimistic, but I wasn’t always as negative about things as I am now. If I’m not able to turn things around soon, I’m likely to completely withdraw from outside contact. I’m the wet blanket, the cloud that follows you around, the passive-aggressive one skirting along the fringes of the conversation. I know I should be able to do this.



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what do you mean? you had "negative" genes?

Really now, do you expect me to believe that when you emerged into this world, your brain was somehow hardwired to be pessemistic?

Please explain.

PattyTrish Is living in a new state and enjoying it a lot!

well, maybe you have "leanings"

But that just means you may have to put more effort into shifting those negative tendencies. There are some helpful workbooks out there like “Thoughts and Feelings” by McKay, Davis, Fanning or “Freedom from Depression Workbook” by Carter and Minirth. Or, treat yourself to six weeks with a good counselor/therapist and ask for help with this…withdrawing won’t help, it could just make it worse. I hope you will reach out and find the help you need!

PT


 

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