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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Does it ever get any easier?

heretic
heretic
Or do the habits formed by depression become more ingrained the older you get?
koolman
koolman
It's a matter of aggressively focusing the mind and body on what it wants and needs. I think depression is simply a lack of KNOWING what we want and need, and, thus, a lack of direction. When you WANT something bad enough, you WILL find a way to get it. Depression has a tendency to sap one's desire. So it's a vicious cycle.

For me, the solution has been and continues to be a fuck-load of physical exercise. When my body is performing at peak capacity, this is amazing as to how it frees the mind and energizes the spirit. I started bicycling at 40; it's been wonderful. I joined a gym last year and work out twice a week. I'm a monster. A warm, loving monster lol.