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Hello, I think there is something wrong

maruchan_
maruchan_

hello, I’ve been experiencing what I think is depression ever since I was little, I always knew that I shouldn’t be feeling like this but I didn’t know that it would hurt me so much now. Now it affects everything it’s ruining my life and I don’t want to ask my mom for help, im afraid she’ll just tell me to pray about it and just let it go. This feeling, this dread I have every moment I open my eyes is very tiresome, it feels as if someone is preventing me from moving and I’m forcing myself to move and socialize. It’s if as I have a battery that drains every second and I can’t recharge I feel so tired all the time I feel so lonely, I feel the biggest dread when I open my eyes to see the horrible world I live in, to see the people I have to lie to everyday, to face myself and try not to give up that day. It’s so hard, so hard to deal with especially at my age because everyone treasts it as nothing because apparently I’m not able to know the troubles of the world I’m not able to know what it’s like to feel to not want to open my eyes every time I close my eyes. Now I’ll stop here, I think I’ve typed to much.

Kingsolomon66
Kingsolomon66
Type all you want, as much as you want. The troubles of this world are bad no matter what age you are there pretty obvious. The best comfort you can get is to just not be a part of the troubles by living within your integrity. You can't change THE world but you can change YOUR world. Keep writing and make friends here that can relate and help.
Restful
Restful
I know you don’t believe it, but everything is constantly changing, including your life. When you open your eyes, think about something you can do that day to feel good about yourself. Then reward yourself for doing it.
Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
It would help a lot to know how old you are and if you are male or female. You COULD have some hormonal imbalances and you need to see a medical doctor. HYPOTHYROID is a condition that causes what you describe. This is only an example. It is easily treated. You need to tell a DOCTOR what you have said in your post.
LindsayAlone
LindsayAlone
Your feelings are real and so is the pain you’re feeling. Reach out to whoever you’re close to or even get in to see a doctor for referral to therapy. I too know this pain and pretending everything is okay. I don’t want to share my struggle bc it feels like it makes it hurt more, but you can’t store it all up inside. Still, share and say what you want on this site. The members are going through similar issues while others are feeling better and are giving advice. You’re not alone.
faithfulmusiclover
faithfulmusiclover
I have suffered from depression for a long time as well and you SHOULD NOT allow anyone to make you feel like it is not real. It is real and if you need to type here, type away. The one thing I can say from experience is faking you are ok is never the answer. It makes it worse and it gives people this facade and that will not allow them to help or support you if they don't know you are going through anything. I think this is a great place to vent and If you need to consult a dr and see if there are any other ways to get treatment of help. Blessings and prayers to you!
AureusCordis
AureusCordis
Hey I love you, I don't know you personally, but I love you. And the fact you know something is hindering your happiness, and willing to take a change is brave. How about you start with finding something (journal) or someone to talk to. One step at a time, I know going to any sort of counselor can seem scary. But I would start with telling someone you would believe you and, that's going to be hard but knowing that someone is there you can go to opens you to change. I got the whole pray for change thing, and thats apart of it at least. But we didn't go to the Moon by praying alone, it took a team. If it's any consolation, God loves you, if not then that's okay. And finally inbox me if for anything, alright. This thing that seems like the end of life and normalcy is actually a door to beautiful experiences which will teach you to be truly joyful. ❤
eli_mom
eli_mom
Hello- I have a friend who walked through depression in months by herself. She said it was difficult to walk through sadness alone. When she decided to join a support group, it made her feel a little bit better. She learned to open up her feelings to a group of people who are going through similar issues. She now feels less lonely and not alone.

I pray you can talk to someone you can trust and get the support you need to stay well. Don’t go through this alone, we are here for you. Please keep us posted. Take care of yourself. God bless.
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