Genuine depression is a symptom of a physical illness of the brain. This isn't a bad mood or even a bad month, but a chemical imbalance that usually needs to be treated medically to regain a normal life. You're doing what you should do and it seems to be working. God isn't angry with you and circumstances aren't striking you down. You're just ill! That illness may be bringing on the circumstances or the attitude that they strike you down. You might want to stop watching the news if it gets you down like that. Historically speaking, the economy is great in the US, with unemployment at 5.1%, better than 95% of our history, inflation below 3% annually and mortgage rates at historic lows. Try to keep in mind, news broadcasters make money by telling a shocking and frightening story...like the y say, "If it bleeds, it leads." As you say, you're doing OK.
God will not punish you for depression...don't even begin to worry about that. Now that your meds are helping, it might be time for you to begin working on your mental attitude. Read Philippians, 4:8-9, to start.
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Love & Hugs, Glen
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