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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username19 02/18/2020

How do I going from feeling so great getting my life straighten out. to crying every night scared of trying or doing something and failing it. I feel like i should be doing so much more but cant bring myself to push myself there i feel worthless and and like i cant do anything im stuck in one spot well i watch everyone around me move on with their life and it kills me so much

Scaredandafraid 02/18/2020

Has something happened recently that set the emotions off? Any kind of changes?

eli_mom 02/18/2020

“...I feel worthless and and like i cant do anything im stuck in one spot well i watch everyone around me move on with their life.” This is exactly how I felt when my only son left for college. It was deep sadness, I felt so empty, alone and feeling worthless. I cried for many days. I felt comforted after I posted in one of the online support groups of parents. They spoke encouragement and it helped me, step by step to overcome. I also have a life group who prayed with me and uplift me during those difficult moments.

I’m so sorry you feel this way. Please keep sharing we are here for you. I hope you will get the support you need to stay strong. If you think you need more help, consult with a counselor. A support group that meets in person is also a huge help. I pray that God’s peace and comfort be upon you. Please keep us posted.

username19 02/19/2020

thanks you two and @scaredandafraid I honestly don't know I just look at my family and think that im going no where my mom, and dad both work, aswell as my 20 year old sister my other two siblings are in school and I stay at home with the youngest of my sisters which I won't complain about but im 21 I feel like my life should be going somewhere and I should be doing something but im stuck

Thor2008 02/19/2020

Can you move out? That would give you independence. Start with a small place and a cheap car. For my 18th birthday I got luggage. I moved out and away and it made all the difference.

username19 02/19/2020

Im honestly at that point where if I could I would but I try to help my family by staying and I just get shot down when I want to do something for me

rachel.2535 02/20/2020

I tend to have a hard time getting motivated when I am trying to do something I have never done before or I am not confident in doing. I have to work myself up to confidence. There is a verse that helps me get this confidence...”I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13). Do you have a therapist or a mentor? They can help you figure out why your confidence is stunted. I am praying for you! -Rachel

username19 02/20/2020

thanks Rachel and I do not

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