Perfect Gift For A Friend with Depression

A ton of puzzles and something like that to keep the mind at ease, I have been struggling with light depression, and always puzzles get my mind off of it, due to the complex of each puzzle, been binge watching a person who does puzzles, and keeps the mind in awe

 

A puppy because a kitten grows up to fast.

 

A Claymore. Non-Explosive

 

Sorry, DPB, but I strongly disagree with this. With the idea of giving someone a pet in general, not just puppies.

Unless the person is ready for a new family member, AND has the financial and physical abilities to properly care for a new pet, AND specifically wants a particular type of pet, it's best not to get them one. Millions of animals are dumped at shelters every year following holidays, especially Christmas and Easter--so those occasions are bad, too.

If you think the person would like to have a puppy--or kitten (they do grow up too fast, but they're still fun when they're older!)--why not give them a card with a 'voucher' in it, good for one adoption at a shelter/rescue of their choice? You'll pay for the fees and they'll get to pick their new child. But don't assume that a person, especially one whose mental/emotional state is troubled, will be happy to receive an unexpected--and perhaps unwanted--pet. They're living beings, and they should only go to forever homes.

 

This is brilliant, Moody (“moody, but not depressed!”).

Assuming I sanitize it, would you mind if I share it elsewhere on SM? I think it’s an excellent reminder, particularly in this year that is really out of whack, people are looking for “something different “ and god forbid it be some innocent little animal.

 

Thanks, root, and sure, feel free to use its message wherever you see fit!

 

I like the part that says "ground yourself in the present moment. Take a moment to slow down and bring back a sense of mental and physical control by engaging your five senses: what do I see? What do I hear? What do I smell? What do I taste? What do I feel?"

 

An illuminated Goose.
Perfect for the Fens.

 

@MoodyBlues you just gave me a great idea next Christmas I am going to drop my nutty mother n law at a animal shelter pretty sure that my father n law will put me in for saint hood

 

LOL she's that bad?

Yup, I think that's what he meant.

 

It all comes down to the important people in our lives and how we are able to make a bright change in their lives. I hope this year will be a prosperous one in terms of wisdom and life perspectives.