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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Do you ever feel like you just go through life just existing eventhough you are going things.
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There are many times I feel like I am just going through the movements and watching life pass me by. I do know since I have been there before and am actually there now that it does get better. Don't give up.
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This is and has been my life.
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you have to make the most of what you have. you have a partner and a decent job so try to make the best of that.dont dwell on the negativity of things in your life, thrive on the productivity side of it. hugs.
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I will try that, but it's hard,. There is something not right with me.
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only you have the power to change it.
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How? It is a weird feeling.
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I used to feel so down, like my life wasn't enough unless it had passion and intensity. Meds have helped so much.
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I agree with post #7 from Sac and you have to change your thought patterns. xxxxxx
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if you are not satisfied with your life or feel you are only existing and not truly living....you need to change some things.

you can change your daily routine, you can change jobs, you can dump your partner, you can plant a garden (wait for spring for that one!)

you can change your hairstyle or get some different clothes.

you can reach out to those in need...volunteer some of your time....

make changes if you are not satisfied. see?
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Don't live your life on schedule. Do things other than work and sleep and eat. Go out, movies, amusement parks, anything.
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I've learned to savour every experience good or bad. Each and every thing that happens to us makes us who we are today. I've had my share of really bad experiences but I concentrate on the positive. I am living, laughing and loving life.
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when we were kids, we jumped whole hog into life, every moment of every day. as adults, we forget to do that. so, jump in whole hog!
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I often times do. There was a period of time when I was unemployed and all I did was move from the bed to the coutch. But, it was like I had no emotion. I was just "there".
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I understand and agree. Unlike you I am not overly worried because If not in this condition I would be in that deep, dark abyss. I will settle for existing if I can't find the right drug combination.
Do you ever get that feeling that the whole world is moving around you while you are not moving, and sound gets so quiet?
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