There is so much stuff to catch up on after nearly a month of not podcasting. My new favorite hobby on Facebook Marketplace. I fell into a ditch. I might be a great sports dad after all. Updates on the new job, transportation, a heartfelt letter to my daughter and an upcoming trip to see the greatest band in the world, Five Iron Frenzy. Health updates since my gastric sleeve surgery & cataract surgery. The perks of being a Costco member. Podcast updates, depression updates, family updates and what I'm reading, watching and playing. Closing out with a thought about fighting a spiritual fight for the Kingdom of God rather than using the World's tools to win in the World's Kingdom.

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James gets glasses at Costco. Reflects on his family's spiritual journeys. The mixed blessing of helping out with Family Fun Nights. The upcoming birthday of a lost friend. Going to Six-Flags cause he's skinny enough to ride the roller coasters. His plans to attend a Five Iron Frenzy show in Chicago with is brother-in-law. Growing a beard to make his neck look good.

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This week, I'm feeling only 20% depressed and navigating life in a new reality—one where most of my time is spent working. After over a decade of freedom (read: depression) to pursue personal projects, adjusting to the 9-to-5 grind has been challenging. In this episode, I break down my typical week, share insights about my new job, and discuss how I strive to let my light shine for Jesus in the workplace.

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It's tough for me to hold down a job when I'm not used to working. Now that depression has loosened its grip on me for the moment, I'm going to make the most of it while I can. I'll do what I can, when I can, so that when I can't, it won't be such a big deal.

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In this episode of "Outliving Depression," host James Kennison shares his ongoing journey with depression, describing how it comes in waves but that he has recently experienced a positive turnaround. He recounts a humorous incident at church involving a joke from the pastor and a mix-up with dogs that his daughter became attached to, leading her to adopt a dog named Georgie. James also discusses his weight loss journey, noting his significant progress and his surprise at fitting into smaller shirts. He reflects on his family. James announces some pretty good stuff and then shares what he's been reading and watching expressing how much he enjoys these stories. Overall, the episode combines personal anecdotes, humor, and insights into managing mental health.

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Disciplines are a mixed bag. I think they've kept me from going lower than normal, but they're also the standards at which I'm failing the most.

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James shares a humorous update about meeting former colleagues at a bar. He discusses the challenges of podcasting while feeling sad and the importance of sharing the reality of depression. He credits positive changes in his life for making things better. Plus talk about struggles with depression, an upcoming eye surgery, a family celebration, thoughts on books, TV shows, movies, and video games, plus a little inspiration.

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In this episode, I talk about my experience at Narthex Con and the unexpected turn of events recording ShiftStorm with my friend Chris Cowan. I also share my experience with eye surgery and the impact it had on my vision. I discuss the importance of speaking in wisdom and love, and the realization that suffering can make us better people.

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James gets touchy and makes some mistakes. Worry about going down again. Family updates. Show & Movie suggestions and more.

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Why I pray, how I pray and what I pray about. Plus some great family updates, life updates and more. Also, I need to say this because I didn't in the show: I pray on the treadmill.

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