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Annita
Annita

Hi,


I was diagnosed with major depression years ago,I have been handling it with medication and with keeping busy. I'm having real issues lately. I'm separated from my husband and am renting a room. I am by myself. It's been a traumatic time for me, lots of other things going on. 


My biggest issue and concern has been hitting me daily. I can't seemto get out of bed. I can't seem to want to move. I get up get dressed do a few things and then just get back into bed to just close my eyes and drift out of this world. When I awake I feel really badly and cry. I have been feeling so alone. I feel no purpose and have no desires. 


I have a therapist with who I speak to  weekly, it seems to help for a bit. But then the sadness takes over again. I am not in bad shape as far as I'm not sick or have any disabilities with my body. I just can't seem to be able to start my day and have it continue to stay going.


I feel extremely guilty of not being able to function due to my sadness and loneliness. 


It's a terrible feeling that seems to be creeping into my life more every day.

silverlight
silverlight
I am so sorry you are suffering....I wish you would not feel guilt over something that isn't your fault.But then,guilt can come along with depression.
Just please don't be hard on yourself.Have compassion for yourself.
You have all my empathy.
Sending you strength and peace.
Mars1212
Mars1212
Really sorry to hear this. Have been in this position. All I can say is it does not last forever.

Take care
mtmsuper
mtmsuper
I understand what you are going through times when you hate that you don’t have the energy to do anythign and it piles up more every day with the guilt. When I get in these depressive episodes I like to set a small goal for myself as tiny accomplishments. For example : Today I’m gonna make myself a quick meal or im gonna get up to go outside for at least 10 minutes. Nothing too big but small things to get you to feel better about the small victories it sounds cliche but it does help. I hope things get better for you soon.
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