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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Could use some relief suggestions?

whydowesufferso
whydowesufferso

I have anxiety and depression for nine years now. I have two children and have been separated for over a year now. I had to leave for my sanity. I now live with my mother and children. Lost my house and overwhelmed with financial problems. I work from home because I have social anxiety. I do not get enough work to support my family. I am another bout of depression and I can't stop crying. I am extremely lonely and can not get out of my head. I did meet someone last November but he is gone now. It was the best two months I have ever had in a relationship and I have felt so down since he left at the end of January. I don't have anyone I can talk to because the friends I do know have there own lives and families to take care of and I feel like a burden. I need help, I need to get out of my head and find a way to be happy with myself. Please any suggestions?

believehope
believehope
Oh, so sorry to hear this. I too have felt the same way. Sometimes knowing others experience the same feelings brings acceptance. You can do this. One day at a time. Look into NAMI for mental health benefits if you can't get it together. I've heard they offer free counseling. Write down your blessings and be thankful today. I'm in the same boat of despair and no better off (got married 6 mos ago and ready to move out!). Life is a journey and few of us on this site thought it would go like this. Keep your head up - we are all pulling for each other...you included!
SimpsonsOK
SimpsonsOK
Welcome aboard this DS lifeboat. We give and get support, but many replies share things/tools that have helped us. Feel free to read posts and replies for ideas. I sometimes wonder if depression and anxiety are twins since they travel together so often. Thank you for your open share, it let's us know where you are coming from. You end 1017 on a high, then are crushed as 2018 begins. Yep, hard to rally from that. We will be here for you. You have my support and comforting hugs.
Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
So sorry you are suffering. You know this ... but your life and feelings are connected entirely to your state of mind. From you post, your state of mind is that of mostly tragedy and disappointment. That is understandable ... but you MUST include POSITIVE things in your state of mind. See yourself as deserving happiness, have every right to pursue happiness, and are God's child.

You are a good Mother and person overall. You evidently did the RIGHT thing for leaving the marriage ... remember? It was FOR YOUR SANITY. Most relationships come and go .... while you are searching for one, be good to yourself. Having a good relationship involves patience and somewhat of a search.

You have a mental disorder(s) of depression and anxiety. Be CERTAIN you are getting PROPER medical treatment for both. They ARE TREATABLE.

When you feel lonely ... become BUSY. No time for loneliness when you are busy enough.

There are TONS of legitimate 'work at home' jobs now. Google that and see if you can improve your income.

For now ... rely on DS for support. It is better than nothing, ... and we all strive to help each other to the best extent that we can.

All this will change for you .... depending on your state of mind. Nourish that ... and your life will improve.
whydowesufferso
whydowesufferso
thank you so much!