Awesome list, Casey! It sounds like you’re a great friend to have. Here’s mine:

1. I’m compassionate. Some people call me a “bleeding heart,” but I think it’s far better than the alternative!

2. I think outside the box. I rarely do anything just because other people are doing it or it’s because I’m told it’s what I “should” do. In fact, I usually question everything I’m told to be sure it makes sense for me.

3. I’m adventurous. I’ve created a lot of exciting possibilities for myself, and I’m always open to new ones.

4. I’m a talented writer. I love knowing that I’ve used this talent to help and inspire others.

5. I enable other people to inspire, as well. I’m proud of the time I devote to helping others craft and share their stories for the Tiny Buddha blog.

Thank you for sharing this exercise here. It made me feel good to put this list together.

How are things going with you, in terms of your depression?