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.
My definition of depression:
Depression isn't simply the presence of sadness or the absence of happiness; it is the inability to ever envision sustaining happiness, peace, or joy - it is the imprisonment of hopelessness..
As long has you have hope, even if it is just a glimmer, you can overcome the mental bondage of helplessness..
To all those in despair: don't ever let that fire of hope's candle burn out..
Depression isn't simply the presence of sadness or the absence of happiness; it is the inability to ever envision sustaining happiness, peace, or joy - it is the imprisonment of hopelessness..
As long has you have hope, even if it is just a glimmer, you can overcome the mental bondage of helplessness..
To all those in despair: don't ever let that fire of hope's candle burn out..
Was a post on hope earlier on. I guess I will copy and paste what I wrote....
Some times hope is a delusional we create that can cause more problems then good. I guess it depends what you hope for. and how much power you give it.
I guess faith is anther story but never mastered it. But often is a bumpy ride to get to the goal which can be not as you hoped for...
Depression
How I hate how tired you make me feel and yet you connect me with the world's pain and despair. You equalize me irretrievably. You force me to be honest to myself about how I really feel.
You challenge me to do my best, to learn and to move forward (in so many ways).
So while I hate the way you make me feel, I love the way you connect me both to the depths and the truth of life.
Great, helpful post.