#DayOfLight ~ Bringing Full Awareness To Depression

Please join Pushing Lovely and I on the #DayOfLight, Wednesday, February 5th. We will take social media by storm as we bring depression out of the dark. Depression is very real for countless spirits. It can be the BIGGEST monster and illness you face.

“Depression can seem worse than terminal cancer, because most cancer patients feel loved and they have hope and self-esteem.” ~David D. Burns

What is #DayOfLight?

#DayOfLight was created to shine a light on depression, and share resources for those who are struggling with the mental illness. Bloggers from all over the country are collaborating on Wednesday, February 5th to flood social media with personal stories about living with depression, and accurate information on managing and living with the mental illness.

Depression is definitely something that should not be taken lightly or brushed off. It can kill. It has killed. It can leave a person debilitated and isolated. Often family and friends do not understand the power of depression. This movement is to help us all understand and get it. To help us realize and recognize the harsh realities of depression. Let’s make a difference in the lives of others.

What can you do to join the movement?

~ Write a blog post sharing your personal experience of depression and/or share resources to help others. Add the #DayOfLight hashtag in your post title.

~ Watch the #DayOfLight Google Hangout on Wednesday, February 5th at 11 AM EST. Tweet and ask questions. (http://bit.ly/1ilifbP)

~ Participate in the #DayOfLight twitter chat on Wednesday, February 5th at 9 PM EST (follow @PushingLovely, @NotoriousSpinks, and @BrandiJeter for more information)

~ Turn your social media avatars black and white on Wednesday, February 5th so we can visually represent all of those affected by depression.

~ Share inspiring tweets, posts, and photos on social media to encourage those who are suffering with depression to let them know that they are not alone. Use the hashtag #DayOfLight.

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Thanks! Enjoy your day.