Depression Support Group

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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1:30am on a Friday

doncornelius
doncornelius

So it’s almost 1:30 am on a Friday and there’s only one person in the group logged in. I hope that means everyone is doing well. I  had a rough couple days so I made some posts looking for advice and someone said something that struck me. It was about waiting till we reached the bottom before we sought out help. I’ve had thoughts like that before. When I would have a few good days I wouldn’t come here and I would just float on through the day. I would never admit to myself that this will turn back to sadness at some point. The good days, the days I have energy to do something, I should be preparing for the next bad day. I know it’s not the best thing to think about when your having that good day, and nobody thinks that it will end. At least not out loud anyway. That good day is the day I should find that therapist or make that doctors appointment. It’s the day I should go online and find some strategies for dealing with my depression. Because sadly that dark cloud always seems to come back. It’s happened countless times already so why does it still surprise me. I don’t know anyone around me that has depression so I certainly don’t know anyone who had that dark cloud go away and never come back. But it does happen for many people, I guess that’s because they are always prepared for it. 

OllieTree
OllieTree
I once talked to an adult and she told me that type of thinking, “when will it come back?” is actually very practical because it WILL and before that happens is the time to prepare. It’s not pessimistic at all. Ignoring the reality is just that, willful ignorance, because for better or for worse you’ve got this mental illness and it won’t disappear without action from you.
Osheana
Osheana
For the people that it has happened to- where the dark cloud does not come back actually does not mean dark clouds did not cease to exist- it means they have reconditioned their higher self to function amongst those clouds-In other words to smile when it is raining and to smile when it is sunny.There is really no difference between depression and happiness,It is all energy just at different frequencies. Thank you for sharing positive Light to you.
GirlinCalif
GirlinCalif
You said you don't know anyone that has depression. Depression is, I believe, the number one mental affliction in this country. Have you looked into finding some groups to join in person? I have anxiety, and I went to an anxiety group for 20 weeks, a few years ago. It helped me to meet others who had the same problem.

Also, on a side note, there could be members of this site signed on, but you don't see them. My profile is set that you don't see me online. Anyway, just passing on info. Keep sharing with us and I hope you try to look into some in person groups.
euniceps
euniceps
The happiest people are those who are conscious of their spiritual need. The best friend anyone can have is God, who provides wonderful help in his Word, the Bible. Psalms 34:18 "God is close to the brokenhearted;
He saves those who are crushed in spirit.
doncornelius
doncornelius
I am trying to rebuild my faith. I grew up catholic but nothing strict. I still have a ways to go on that front but I’m willing to walk the path. As long as God knows I may stumble in the beginning, I’m sure it will come to fruition.
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