Depression nearly killed me! I managed to beat it and so can you! 

My life very nearly came to a desperate and abrupt end on a distant isle several years ago.
"Depression nearly killed me! I managed to beat it and so can you!" relates to that extremely emotional and evocative time in my life, during which I reached a point so low that I nearly didn't make it back.
The fact I am writing this now is a testament to the decision I thankfully made and the subsequent journey of self-discovery on which I embarked to regain my strength and rebuild my life.
A more detailed description of those events, as well as many other subjects, will be included in my forthcoming book, 'Both Sides of the Story'.
In the meantime, however, in this 'RamBull' (new series), I talk openly and frankly about mental health, depression, and my own battles with the illness, including the above-mentioned episode, which changed my life forever.
By drawing on my own experiences, I hope to provide encouragement and support to those in a similar situation, as well as raise awareness of the subject and help reduce the stigma so often unfairly and ignorantly linked to such conditions.
Depression affects people in different ways and to differing levels of severity.
At its worst, , and as I very nearly discovered, it can literally be a killer.
However, it is an illness that can be treated and overcome, and I hope this video makes people realise that, no matter how low or desperate you may feel, you can rebuild your life, come out the other side, and go on to lead a happy and fulfilling life.
I wish to offer anyone who is experiencing such difficulties in their life my very best wishes on your road to recovery.
You can beat this. I know you can.
Please be strong.
Paul.
IMPORTANT NOTE: I am not a qualified medical professional and the content of this episode is based on a mixture of my own personal experiences and reliable external sources.
If you feel that you may be suffering from depression or a similar condition, please seek professional medical help.
Please also remember that you are not alone!
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