Welcome to Dymphna's Diary

Although I am not Catholic, I find it interesting that "Dymphna" is the patron saint of those who suffer from clinical depression and other mental illnesses. Considering the purpose of this site is to offer inspiration and spiritual guidance to my readers, I felt it was only right I chose her namesake for the title.

In 2010, this site was set up to pass along personal information about how depression has affected my life and the lives of my family. Since then, it has EVOLVED. In 2011, I attempted to present posts that were INSPIRATIONAL to you, my readers. In 2012, I went even deeper with personal stories from people across the United States via touching videos, songs, and interviews. My hope was to show each of you that even when you feel that you are in a situation that no one else could understand, you are not alone. Through it all, my comments have remained to be my personal opinions and spiritual reflections. I will continue to occasionally post information that I feel is beneficial in removing the stigma of mental illness, but regardless I feel blessed to have been given this platform to spread God's love and compassion for ALL people. I wouldn't be where I am today without the strength I receive daily from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. My hope is that this blog will help you find some comfort in your life. It most certainly is helping me find comfort in mine.

I want to make it perfectly clear, though, that when I make generalizations regarding mental illness, I am NOT giving advice to anyone. I'm just passing along information that I have found helpful in my life. I'm writing about MY PERSONAL experiences and thoughts. Mental illness affects everyone differently and your situation may not be reflective of mine.


Friday, April 27, 2012

Rooneyisms...

These little tidbits of wisdom were written by Andy Rooney. I hope you enjoy them. 

I've learned:

that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.
that when you're in love, it shows.
that having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful things in the world.
that being kind is more important than being right.
that you should never say "no" to a gift from a child.


that I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help them in some other way.
that no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone need a friend to act goofy with.
that we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for.
that money doesn't buy class.
that to ignore the facts doesn't change the facts.
that love, not time, heals all wounds.  

Now get out there and act goofy with some friends!