tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post1360381080886844943..comments2024-03-27T22:57:59.870+00:00Comments on klahanie: Steps In The Right Direction.klahaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-10006458464695169872012-08-26T01:24:54.691+00:002012-08-26T01:24:54.691+00:00Hi Kelly,
Your sentiments pretty well echo much of...Hi Kelly,<br />Your sentiments pretty well echo much of what those other fine folks alluded to. That 'mental health' charity took advantage of my genuine empathy and exploited my good, yet vulnerable disposition. It took ages to recover from it. For awhile, I thought I might be paranoid. Then I got similar testimony from others who felt equally exploited. They have a large turn over of volunteers. That should tell them something. <br />Please do check out their link. It's still in the early stages, but as the site progresses, I'm confident that other features will be added. Hopefully, an anonymous 'chat room' such as the one I used to moderate for. You need, many need as many positive resources we can find in these especially stressful times. Thank goodness for your Aunt Kay. A special lady who listens and would never pass judgement. That's exactly what you need and what those in emotional turmoil, need.<br />There are too many people who are scared to seek help because of the stigma they think they'd receive. With continued information and further awareness, we can make people realise, whether ill or not, that there is no shame in having mental health concerns. It is not a sign of weakness to realise one needs help, support and comfort. <br />My friend, your eloquent statement resonates with what this truly is all about. Being here for each other. For yes, your impassioned plea will be observed and respected. It is so very true, good friend, when we help each other, we help ourselves. Time to end the unfair stigma and labels that still surround mental health issues. It's the dawn of a new understanding.<br />Thanks, Kelly. You are a thoroughly decent man. Much respect and admiration, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-78275365028121712572012-08-25T21:46:38.587+00:002012-08-25T21:46:38.587+00:00I haven't read the rest of the comments that h...I haven't read the rest of the comments that have been made beforehand, Gary, so you may have heard what I'm about to say but... to hear that that charity exploited you in that way when you were already vulnerable sickens me. It's like kicking someone when they're not just down, but when they're crippled, emotionally and struggle to even begin to get the f*ck up again.<br /><br />Okay. Now that I've gotten that I've my chest, I just want to also say I'm going to be checking out that link to Julie and Phillip's site. I could use their words of true understanding on depression right now. 1- Because I need to go back to seeing a therapist right now... but can't afford one yet. and 2- I have no one to talk to about what I'm currently going through, except my Aunt Kay, who's a sweetheart and listens to whatever is troubling your soul WITHOUT JUDGEMENT. <br /><br />I find it odd, during these times of economic woe, why some people still find that seeking help for depression is taboo. That's really sad and needless. I feel like shouting from the rooftops, "GET HELP, PEOPLE! THERE IS NO SHAME IN IT!"<br /><br />Okay, rant over. You know me. When I'm passionate about something, I tend to overdo it. Unfortunately, sometimes, you have to do that or people will ignore it.<br /><br />Take care, Gary and thank you for this article and the link. Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13605551857342134163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-90350325470356716312012-08-24T23:54:26.730+00:002012-08-24T23:54:26.730+00:00Hi Static,
Oh yes, money became the dominant theme...Hi Static,<br />Oh yes, money became the dominant theme and the true ideals, of empathy, encouragement, support and empowerment, became secondary. Ironically, after recovering from the disillusionment, I became determined that the true ideals of being there for each other, would be realised.<br />And, right on in what you told that alleged 'therapist'. In fact, I have discovered that the true experts are ourselves. Some have read it in a book. And some of us were in the book. You have my respect, good friend.<br />Thanks for your kind wishes in regards to the venture. And with today's brutal world, there is even more need for positive resources such as genuine, client lead, mental health charities.<br />May you have a peaceful, positive weekend.<br />Gary klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-20038570171074730412012-08-24T23:46:56.023+00:002012-08-24T23:46:56.023+00:00Hi Hilary,
That's very kind of you, Hilary. Y...Hi Hilary,<br />That's very kind of you, Hilary. Yes indeed, the ideals of such a charity is for the mutual, empowering benefit of all concerned. And, thank you, my blog has always had the underlying ideals of being here for others and thus, others, such as your kind self, are here for me.<br />My son is a major catalyst in my ongoing determination that he and thus I, can have a more positive future. I remain positive, despite battling my illness, that all is going to be just fine.<br />Thank you for such encouraging words. Hilary, you are a marvel.<br />In peace and positive wishes,<br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-57543083160448988262012-08-24T13:58:35.609+00:002012-08-24T13:58:35.609+00:00That's too bad to hear about your experience w...That's too bad to hear about your experience with the first group you were involved with. Too often situations that are meant to help people end up being all about money. I can relate; I had a therapist about 7 years ago who was unfit for the responsibility. I had an appt. with him on a Monday morning, I was paid on Friday and my paycheck ended up being less than I expected so I could not afford my co-pay for his services, so I decided to cancel my appt. His requirement was 48-hour notice. Since no one was at his office on the weekend I left a msg on his voicemail letting him know I couldn't make it. He called me Monday yelling his head off, complaining that I cancelled — that he was really counting on my co-pay for his cash expenditures. My co-pay was $10.... I politely told him he needed therapy and that I would never see him again and hung up the phone.<br /><br />Best of luck with your new venture. There will always be a demand for mental health assistance so long as the world keeps ignoring the needs of it's own kind.Statichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13875998739533600766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-80396654196824613592012-08-24T11:07:17.837+00:002012-08-24T11:07:17.837+00:00Hi Gary .. you set a wonderful example for us all ...Hi Gary .. you set a wonderful example for us all - and I do hope your involvement with your friends' charity will benefit you .. as I'm sure your input will benefit others ... as it does here .. <br /><br />I admire you for persevering and not giving up - you're setting an example to your son too .. from which he'll benefit hugely in the years ahead ..<br /><br />With many thoughts and congratulations for your courage and conviction to share and help others ... cheers HilaryHilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-86134312855208492762012-08-24T00:26:41.493+00:002012-08-24T00:26:41.493+00:00Hi Sharon,
What a most thoughtful comment, Sharon....Hi Sharon,<br />What a most thoughtful comment, Sharon. Thank you. And so true, with this brutal world economy, many people are experiencing the affects of an overwhelming negative environment that has an adverse impact on their mental health well being. Yes, we truly need to be open, to not be ashamed and learn to share with each other, to help each other. <br />We hope that the empathetic ideals of my friend's new mental health charity will be of much comfort and help reduce the unfair stigma. Indeed, when we help each other, we help ourselves.<br />Thank you for such thought provoking comment. You are a dear friend.<br />With peaceful, positive wishes, your way, Gary :)klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-87341242297706520892012-08-24T00:17:49.252+00:002012-08-24T00:17:49.252+00:00Hi Heather,
I'm most thankful for your comment...Hi Heather,<br />I'm most thankful for your comment. My pleasure to share as we share with each other.<br />In kindness and good wishes, Gary :)klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-62362725939175713512012-08-23T22:02:54.704+00:002012-08-23T22:02:54.704+00:00I <3 you Gary! You are such an honest man. I&...I <3 you Gary! You are such an honest man. I'm glad you and your friends are starting a new charity. Helping others always helps oneself. Depression affects so many people, especially in the current world economy. I would be willing to bet that in my last teaching post over half of the staff were on antidepressants. But very few people talked about it. I think if everyone had realized so many people were in the same boat, we could have helped each other.<br /><br />Take care of you, my friend!Sharon K. Mayhewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07799235347319851345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-40354819864178930062012-08-23T19:25:15.573+00:002012-08-23T19:25:15.573+00:00Well said. Truly well said.
Thank you for sharing ...Well said. Truly well said.<br />Thank you for sharing with us.<br />HeatherHeather M. Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07232419331422866247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-48272211607089444342012-08-23T18:03:28.119+00:002012-08-23T18:03:28.119+00:00Hi GEM,
Thank you very much, my dear friend. Volun...Hi GEM,<br />Thank you very much, my dear friend. Volunteering can be a most worthy and fulfilling endeavour. Thank you for the positive wishes and we will do our best to be of support and encouragement.<br />All the best to you,<br />Gary klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-11171542533625123142012-08-23T15:52:48.581+00:002012-08-23T15:52:48.581+00:00Hi Gary
What a great thing you and your friends a...Hi Gary<br /><br />What a great thing you and your friends are doing. Well done and good luck with it all. I often think about doing charity work and I hope one day that I will settled somewhere long enough to offer my help.<br /><br />Take Care<br /><br />GEM<br /><br />GEMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02607409562313346300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-44322900547349506242012-08-23T02:03:36.859+00:002012-08-23T02:03:36.859+00:00Hi Dixie,
I'm so sorry and we both know that m...Hi Dixie,<br />I'm so sorry and we both know that mental and physical issues are intertwined. I'm heartened that you can embrace and do your best to cultivate positive thinking and behaviour. I know this must be most difficult what with all you endure. Thus, much admiration for your determination to seek out positive distractions to give you some comfort. <br />You know I have always been grateful to you and when we help each other, yes we truly help ourselves. We do indeed share a wondrous gift. That gift of empathy.<br />Thank you so much for your kindness and well wishes for the new charity. Your words are cherished.<br />Love to you, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-24818765879143125012012-08-23T01:18:10.473+00:002012-08-23T01:18:10.473+00:00Hi Gary. Of late I've been dealing with mental...Hi Gary. Of late I've been dealing with mental & physical issues. So it is always nice to visit here to hear positive thoughts and behaviors. Very encouraging for me to continue my path in a positive light. I've always had you on my list of people I am most grateful for, regarding help and direction. Your empathy is most appreciated.<br />Kindness and well wishes for the charity work,<br />Love, DixieDixie@dcreliefhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11558671709412200904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-81906690612780912282012-08-23T01:03:32.152+00:002012-08-23T01:03:32.152+00:00Hi crowbloke,
Thanks for that. I know that there ...Hi crowbloke,<br />Thanks for that. I know that there are some decent, genuine folks in this world.<br />Take good care,<br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-43453344912734001622012-08-23T01:01:38.336+00:002012-08-23T01:01:38.336+00:00Hi All Consuming,
Thank you, dear lady. That mean...Hi All Consuming,<br />Thank you, dear lady. That mean a lot.<br />Gary xklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-53795990238801397742012-08-22T21:54:31.890+00:002012-08-22T21:54:31.890+00:00Faith in humanity restored. Nice one fella.Faith in humanity restored. Nice one fella.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-87917291691752404012012-08-22T20:18:01.481+00:002012-08-22T20:18:01.481+00:00Wonderful and inspiring post Gary. xWonderful and inspiring post Gary. xAll Consuminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03089119991474852732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-55448289335632345192012-08-22T17:39:37.794+00:002012-08-22T17:39:37.794+00:00Hi Ciara,
I know we both understand that transpare...Hi Ciara,<br />I know we both understand that transparency and being supportive of others who need help, can inspire them and further inspire ourselves.<br />What you did in your previous professional life, is a cause close to our hearts. The suffering from PTSD that so many veterans have endured, is an absolute disgrace that so many have not got the help they need. You are a shining beacon of hope. Coincidentally, my friends who have set up the mental health charity in Wales, are attempting to work with a number of Welsh veterans who are sleeping rough on the streets. An awful and very sad situation that needs to be rectified.<br />Indeed, folks need to understand that mental illness can happen to any of us.<br />Much respect and admiration to you, Ciara.<br />In kindness and gratitude, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-59286279513179169882012-08-22T17:13:24.411+00:002012-08-22T17:13:24.411+00:00Hi Anonymous,
Thank you for sharing :)Hi Anonymous,<br />Thank you for sharing :)klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-85539603666124636342012-08-22T14:35:33.887+00:002012-08-22T14:35:33.887+00:00I love that you are so open and inspire others. In...I love that you are so open and inspire others. In my previous professional life, I worked with veterans who suffered from PTSD and other emotional and mental challenges. I've worked locked ward to out patient. You are so right, mental illness can strike anyone. Ciarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15628488753277495111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-10962204933196088252012-08-22T00:15:05.247+00:002012-08-22T00:15:05.247+00:00Hi Julie,
Thanks and my blog has always been about...Hi Julie,<br />Thanks and my blog has always been about reaching out to those who need help, need comfort. And it has always been about bringing further awareness to those who do not have mental health issues, that my issues are only a small part of who I am.<br />Now, I will do my very best to see my friends mental health charity reach out to all who need a bit of comfort and reassurance.<br />Blessings to you, my friend,<br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-91833985463493898712012-08-22T00:10:38.348+00:002012-08-22T00:10:38.348+00:00Hi Lost in Space,
Thank you kindly for your positi...Hi Lost in Space,<br />Thank you kindly for your positive words. And quite right, those who have experienced, or are experiencing mental health issues, are the ones who truly relate. You and I share that wondrous gift of empathy.<br />With understanding and support, your way, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-26833750687209461442012-08-22T00:07:15.296+00:002012-08-22T00:07:15.296+00:00Hi Petronela,
Most of us have experienced some for...Hi Petronela,<br />Most of us have experienced some form of depression. For some, through overwhelming negative influences, or genetic disorders, can find their depression to be all consuming. <br />What you do and what I also do, is try to focus on the positive resource, the positive distraction, that is the joy of nature. In the peak of my depression and I know others would concur, even getting out of the house, seeing the colours of nature, became a distant dream. Thanks to support, encouragement and determination, I rejoice in all the good things in life.<br />Thank you for your thoughtful words, my friend. Much admiration and respect to you.<br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-17897427630598701642012-08-22T00:01:58.928+00:002012-08-22T00:01:58.928+00:00Hi Redspect,
I respect what you are trying to conv...Hi Redspect,<br />I respect what you are trying to convey here. And yes, volunteers, the backbone of any charity, should be praised for all they do.<br />However, I think it would of been respectful of you to have made note of my posting in your comment.<br />Kind regards,<br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.com