Cycling Back to Happiness

[Blue]

Good luck with the continued recovery.

 

[Paul99]

When the black dog pays a visit keep those wheels turning until you put some distance from it. Thanks for posting.

 

[ttcycle]

Hi Mac, thanks for sharing your story and keep on going!

 

[BigonaBianchi]

Cycling has kept my head above water although unlike you, the price if depression for me was the loss of my family, career , home, friends and all I held dear . Work stress can be bad, but in my experience it is the tip of the iceberg, thankfully you caught it in time before things go really pear shaped. Good luck and keep peddalling

 

[middleagecyclist]

Thought an update might be worth doing.

I'm feeling good, family life is more stable, I've returned to work on reduced hours, the cycling miles have ramped up and I am planning ahead for new challenges. Life is better and even enjoyable again. Thanks for all the support.

 

[tyred]

Thought an update might be worth doing.

I'm feeling good, family life is more stable, I've returned to work on reduced hours, the cycling miles have ramped up and I am planning ahead for new challenges. Life is better and even enjoyable again. Thanks for all the support.

Lovely to hear. I know how difficult it can be.

Just don't let your guard down.

 

[M.hunter]

Hi
Glad to hear your recovery is well on track.am a regular cycling commuter but also drive to work only when absolutely have to .i find am in a much better mood when I cycle to work,I'm more alert, more attentive and more switched on than when I drive and I've lost a stone In weight (not intended ).also part of my commute is along a canal which gives me a fantastic opportunity to see all sorts of wildlife along the way.over the past year I've cycled past half a dozen cygnets and watched them grow and grow and eventually fly the nest.
Keep up the good work and all the best.
Ps
Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race.

H. G. Wells

 

[GrumpyGregry]

Great story, glad it is still coming together, thanks for sharing it.

 

[medavidcook]

Very good post, i have been through the same, keep your head high.

 

[Old Plodder]

Good to hear you're on your way back up.

 

[midliferider]

Hi Mac,
So good to hear such a positive story.
When I had a stressful day at work, I tell others that I need to go home and ride my bike. I find it very therapeutic. Some give me strange look when I say that. Now you have confirmed that it does work. Thanks again for sharing.

 

[Lincov]

Thanks so much for sharing. My sister is having some mental health problems at the moment and I'm trying to get her on a bike, I really think the benefits are phenomenal.

 

[Chris Norton]

If only one person reads this thread and finds it an inspiration to go seek help with their mental health then sharing your struggle has been worth it. Been there with no support and no cycling. Just a grind that nearly took me. Changed so much in my life to stop it I cannot even start.

The message from me is to if anyone is feeling bad please, PLEASE seek help. If you feel you have no-one then just post on here. Even though we are simply virtual friends, we'll all be here to listen and help.

 

[Saluki]

Thanks for posting that Mac. I have only just seen this thread as I have been having a bit of a bad time myself. I need to get out on my bike a bit more.

 

[KierenT]

I was diagnosed with clinical depression ten years back - it never goes away, and I'm in the same boat as you; the only way to beat it is to stay busy and get the good endorphins flowing. Nothing beats staggering back through the garage door with jellied legs and sweaty shorts.