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I'm Still Human: Understanding Depression With Kindness (Expanded Edition - 2021)

A compassionate guide for those coping with or caring for someone with depression...

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It is so inspiring to see several members of the audience openly

sharing their journey through depression - they are so courageous!

By the end of the forum, the shadows of depression were

transformed into a melody of kindness, hope and wisdom - it is

truly wonderful. I am so grateful for the opportunity to attend this

forum. Thank you.

Reported by Sis. Chew Poh.

Inspirational sayings by the forum speakers:

Things may not get better,

but I can always learn to cope better.

- Yin Hun –

Acceptance isn’t pleasant; it’s acknowledging

what’s happening – that’s kindness.

- Venerable Kumara –

We’re not alone in coping with depression.

There’s a light at the end of the tunnel - don’t give up.

- Jasmine –

Acceptance isn’t an on-off switch – it’s a gradual process.

- Low Mi Yen –

I’m grateful to depression – it makes a better me.

- Chwee Fang -

Having depression doesn’t mean that you are weak;

it probably means that you have been strong for too long.

- Dr. Phang Cheng Kar –

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