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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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deleted_user 12/07/2007

For over 4 years I was single. And I do mean single, completely celibate. I learned how to enjoy my own company and although I wouldn't say I was ecstatically happy I was ok. Then I dated again, which was actually really nice. I felt part of the human race again. I could socialise with other couples. I always felt like a gooseberry when I was with couples before. Now I'm single again and I'm miserable. I want to have a social life and apparently you need a partner for that. It seems that life is designed for couples. I'm almost tempted to join a dating agency but that just seems a bit.....desperate.
Whatever I do I'm not staying single. Life doesn't have any meaning when you cant share it with anyone

deleted_user 12/07/2007

I am single and still have fun. You don't need to be with someone 2b happy.

deleted_user 12/07/2007

Oh Shadrack come on! Go for it guy There are lots and lots of sites out there for people, who are trying to find other people to be with, Don't hold back! She's waiting...can you find her?

deleted_user 12/07/2007

The scary thing is...I don't mind being alone, I just don't want to be lonely.

Testycatlady 12/07/2007

Ive been 'single' practically my whole life. I prefer it this way. All my friends who have mental illness who were involved or married are ether divorced, getting divorced, or breaking up with their partners. I am beginning to think We'd be happier staying single under certain conditions.
Not everyone is this best for, just some of us.
IMHO.

deleted_user 12/07/2007

..being single can be fun....just got to find the right places...>:)

deleted_user 12/07/2007

hell,i love being single, no one to argue with. come and go as you please.

GeorgiaW 12/07/2007

I know it is easier in many cases to get out and do things as a couple but it is not necessairy in order to have an active and fun life.
My daughter (26) is recently out of a relationship and she is loving being single but she does have a mixed group of friends that she can visit with and go out with. It does not bother her to be the odd man out when with friends in couples relationships. She figures being alone is much better then being stuck with someone who brings her down.
If you aren't sharing life with friends now just because you are single I'd say you need to check out some new friends and open up to new activities where relationship status is not so important.

Testycatlady 12/07/2007

zippydogg is rite. I like going to Christian singles clubs myself. I don't drink, and there they don't pressure you to.

deleted_user 12/07/2007

I've done the single thing. Freedome to do what you like is something that is fun for a while but when you get into your 40's you start to think about the future. Its not a nice thought when theres only you in it.

deleted_user 12/07/2007

Shad Im about to be single please dont scare me

Testycatlady 12/07/2007

Ummmm..... Shadrack?...... I don't know if you noticed.... but I'm in my early 40's. I'm 41 going on 42 years old.

deleted_user 12/07/2007

Sleepy, If I was your age I wouldnt be worrying. Your young and a cuttie so you'll have to beat the blokes off with a shitty stick ;)

deleted_user 12/07/2007

A shitty stick?
Gross!!!

deleted_user 12/07/2007

Go for it, Shad.. You are a funny and witty man. I know there is someone out there that is just waiting to have fun with you. Don't doubt yourself, please, just do it.

deleted_user 12/07/2007

Got to agree with you Shad. I am happy on my own, there is nothing wrong with being single. But....when you are our age, as such, MOST other friends are therefore in couples, hence making it difficult to socialise! Well, thats my opinion anyway...xx

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