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HELP PLZ i am suffering really badly

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i am suffering really badly with my depression at the moment and i was wondering how do other people cope and how/what do they do to get themselves back out of the hole. my mum said that i am the only one who can help myself but i dont know where to start? help me please!!!
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your mum is right hun. Try occupying yourself, go for walks & stuff. I spend most ov my time here not sure if it helps....still thinking bout that one :) xx
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For me when I am down I try to do the things that I enjoy, I also have about 3 baths a day, dont ask me why cos I dont know. I also think it is important not to give yourself a hard time for how you are feeling. Dont punish yourself, this how you feel at the moment, it is real. Walking and exercise is good, music and films, but really the best way is try things and see what works for you, it's dirrent for everyone. good luck.x
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For me when I am down I try to do the things that I enjoy, I also have about 3 baths a day, dont ask me why cos I dont know. I also think it is important not to give yourself a hard time for how you are feeling. Dont punish yourself, this how you feel at the moment, it is real. Walking and exercise is good, music and films, but really the best way is try things and see what works for you, it's dirrent for everyone. good luck.x
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I dont necessarily think that the only one who can help is yourself. Have you been to see a counsellor? Maybe talking to someone can get you back on the right track. But we're here to help as well!
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ultimately, yeah, it is you that makes the difference. but it sure makes a difference if you have help. people who are caring, compassionate, and willing to listen to the crap that goes on inside our heads.

talk with us.

*hugs*
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You mom is right chick..but its not just that easy!! You need to take small steps at a time. Maybe have a walk, read a few chapters of a book you really like, listen to some music (Happy music!) Watch a good movie, etc, anything to keep your mind occupied. Coming on here wil help...as long as you dont come on here all the time. There is a life out there....x
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Unfortunately...your mom is right. When we suffer from depression we have to be active and will ourselves to get better. Counselling,positive thinking, occupying ourselves and staying motivated are all things we can do to keep going.
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Sorry for the two posts earlier, got impatient!

Just wanted to add that by talking here and looking for help you are doing good. I find it helps, even if you dont talk you can read stuff and think "god, thats how I feel" and not feel so alone.
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I agree with dizzy, become involved on here and you can share what you're going through with everyone or just read the posts and know that people are feeling the same.
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When I Feel Down I Am Trying To Take Long Walks Or I try To Cheer Myself Up By Music.

I am here if u ever wanna chat !

xxx
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I come here to make me feel better.A distraction works well for me and stops me feeling alone.

Forcing yourself outdoors helps me too. Keep talking to your mum. If it gets too much and sleep is what you need, then sleep and rest for a while.

Hang in there
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well it seems like you have already started to help your self by doing a post here and just look at all the caring people who have responded to you...it is a beginning......hope this helps i know it helps me
xoxoxoox
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Hi, I try to keep active, doing something, anything to keep me moving, if i dont i know i will sit for days, i come on here too to chat which helps big hugs. here anytime you need to chat.x
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I find throwing myself into a rpoject helps (write a stroy, do some artwork, whatever you like)
Keeping yourself bsuy seems to be the key, along with meds and therapy.
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go to the doctors hun
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