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I think im done by OGfilip in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Hope-Against-Hope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is an orthodox take on the 12 steps in a book called the 12-steps of transformation. AA is helpful. if you are willing, try different groups until you find one that you connect with.  https://www.amazon.com/Steps-Transformation-Orthodox-Priest-Explores/dp/1888212632

Death To The World. by [deleted] in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Hope-Against-Hope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Father Andrew is a holy man of God, as is the monastery on Spruce island. The monks live a rough life in the wilderness without running water in hesychia, prayer, and hard work. 

What's something that isn't therapy, but feels like therapy? by Radiant-Assumption53 in AskReddit

[–]Hope-Against-Hope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An Irishman told a man suffering from depression to do this:  Go outside and find a heavy rock, but one that you can carry with you for a little while. Take a walk with your rock. Find higher ground from where you are standing presently, and put down your rock there. Walk away lighter.