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How Running With My Dog Brought Me Back From The Brink of Depression and Anxiety

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I've always been an active person, but after I graduated from college and started working full-time, I found myself struggling to find time to exercise. I also started to feel overwhelmed by my job and my personal life, and I began to experience symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Depression Hates a Moving Target: How Running With My Dog Brought Me Back From the Brink (Depression and Anxiety Therapy, Bipolar)

by Nita Sweeney

4.6 out of 5

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I felt tired all the time, I had trouble concentrating, and I lost interest in things I used to enjoy. I also started to have panic attacks, which made it difficult to leave the house.

I knew I needed to make a change, but I didn't know where to start. I tried going to therapy, but I didn't feel like it was helping. I also tried exercising on my own, but I would always end up giving up.

One day, I was walking my dog, Max, when I had the idea to start running with him. I had always loved running, and I thought it might be a good way to get some exercise and relieve some stress.

I started out slowly, just running for a few minutes each day. But as I got stronger, I started running for longer distances. I also started to notice that running with Max was helping me to feel better mentally.

Running with Max gave me a sense of purpose. I knew that I had to get out of bed every day and take him for a run, and that gave me something to look forward to. It also gave me a routine, which helped to reduce my anxiety.

But most importantly, running with Max gave me companionship. I knew that he was always there for me, and that I could always count on him to make me feel better.

Running with Max has been a lifeline for me. It has helped me to manage my depression and anxiety, and it has made me a happier and healthier person.

If you are struggling with mental health issues, I encourage you to try running with your dog. It may sound like a simple thing, but it can make a world of difference.

Here are some of the benefits of running with your dog:

It can help to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
It can give you a sense of purpose and routine.
It can help you to feel more connected to nature.
It can help you to lose weight and improve your overall health.
It can strengthen the bond between you and your dog.

If you are considering starting to run with your dog, here are a few tips:

Start slowly and gradually increase the distance and intensity of your runs.
Make sure your dog is healthy and able to run with you.
Choose a safe and comfortable place to run.
Bring water for both you and your dog.
Have fun!

Running with my dog has been one of the best things I've ever done for my mental health. If you are struggling with mental health issues, I encourage you to give it a try.

Depression Hates a Moving Target: How Running With My Dog Brought Me Back From the Brink (Depression and Anxiety Therapy, Bipolar)

by Nita Sweeney

4.6 out of 5