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.
Hello, i need some help and advice, ive always had a different outlook on life, e.g "whats the point, what are we really here for?" i lost my job just before Christmas through just not working hard enough, being negligent, i make music, its my dream to go somewhere with this, i have a following, in the uk, a music vid out, mixtapes, my music touches on social issues such as domestic violence or the dangers of social netwroking but thats something else, i wrote a list of the things im depressed about, things that hurt me inside and very nearly drove me to doing something stupid today, ive put some jazz music on to calm me down abit and came across this website. here's my list.
feeling underated.
no money, no job.
feel like i have no prospects.
Debt's - not huge but still getting me down.
im lazy, i have no motivation at the moment.
criminal record - i messed up at 16, paid the price, it limits me, e.g going to see my dad in Chicago.
let my family down.
used to party all the while, wasn't going anywhere, ive calmed that now.
no drive, i dont enjoy the things i used to have a passion for as much.
losing my confidence - on stage and such.
im not lookng for sympathy, just advice.
feeling underated.
no money, no job.
feel like i have no prospects.
Debt's - not huge but still getting me down.
im lazy, i have no motivation at the moment.
criminal record - i messed up at 16, paid the price, it limits me, e.g going to see my dad in Chicago.
let my family down.
used to party all the while, wasn't going anywhere, ive calmed that now.
no drive, i dont enjoy the things i used to have a passion for as much.
losing my confidence - on stage and such.
im not lookng for sympathy, just advice.
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I gave my 2 week notice last Friday 13th. Now to join you fine people in a life of leisure and nothing else to do but to look out for myself....is it just me or does that sound pretty boring? My goal was to live to retire and I guess having to take early retirement because of health reasons wasn't exactly the way I had planned things. I just can't stay in that building that is reeking mildew...
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
My advice is to find a professional to help you through these issues.
You have written your list, you know what you need to work on, now you need to put it into action.
When I look at the list, I cannot help but wonder if you are a bit like me and fear success to a degree. Your list contains self- sabatoge strategies that have done nothing but hurt you. I wonder if you see a pay off in any of them (like I have done in my life)- to keep you stuck.
You are hard on yourself and deserve to float with joy among the stars in the sky- just like the rest of us.
The rating you give yourself is the one that matters.
You will find prospects even at the price of starting fresh.
If you are in communication with your debtors, they will be paid. Don't buy anything else until you have paid em'off.
Family's can handle being let down. Turn it around. Start with how you feel about yourself.
Partying is an empty lot- no return on it whatsoever.
You are depressed and it will pass.
Those are the facts as I see them.
When you start telling yourself this or that about yourself- look for the facts. For example "I am lazy- no motivation at the moment" If you wish to be motivated you will- ie: "At the moment"
Don't buy everything you tell yourself. Let your heart tell you.
Look for jobs that pay steady and do your music.
Try not to have unrealistic expectations of yourself or others.
When you got the flow going you will be able to look at yourself and say "This is really who I am", you will become inspired.
Right now it is important to have consistent work and consistent income.