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.
Hey everyone, I’m new here and my depression has been terrible lately. My home life has been rough these past few weeks ..... I feel all alone. My mother constantly is saying something negative about me whether it’s about my weight or how I’m basically useless, my sister never wants to spend time with me and treats me like burden, my dad is the only sense of support I have but the other’s actions make me feel terrible. I feel I’m useless, ugly, all alone, and not good enough. There are good moments but the bad are getting more frequent and I’m looking for support from others who feel the same.
you are definitely not alone. Lately, I've been feeling like I have no value, and that truly deep down no one loves me. That every one that is around me in my life doesn't truly care about me. It's pretty scary, I try to remind myself that it's not true and that my mind is playing tricks on me.
Although we might be feeling the same way. I just wanted to tell you that your life is very important, and you're very important. You have value, and don't let anyone ever tell you otherwise. It might hurt feeling left out by the people closest to you. I know it hurts, been through that. But you lift your head up high, be the bigger person. It might be hard in the beginning, but trust me it pays off.
Do you have a therapist? They can be helpful, giving you someone you can talk your feelings out with and give you coping strategies.. You say you feel ugly, useless, all alone and not good enough. I think if you write each of these out, and write what makes you these things and in another column challenge these beliefs you will find that you are not any of these things at all. If you can try writing out everything that is upsetting you and the emotions you are feeling., this can give you a starting point. When you need it find space where you can take a break, even go out fo a walk. Try to relax through deep breathing and things you enjoy. You also might explore meditation apps.
A lot of us are feeling overwhelmed being locked in with family and others that we normally only see a few hours a day. The pandemic has caused all of stress on everyone which can cause irritation, tempers running short and saying things we don’t mean. I hope you can can find peace. Best wishes.
"I love you both and assume you love me. I am sorry if I am a disappointment to you. My position in this family is one of sorrow, lonliness, and misery. I feel worthless and alone because I am constantly reminded that I am over weight and worthless. I, like anyone else need love more than criticism and I am asking you both to lighten up and help me to not spend so much time in sadness. It is simply not right for anyone to feel so bad so often. I would really appreciate some help."
At this point, I don't know really what else you can do; so give that some thought and take the shot if you think it might help.
Good luck to you, and let us know how it goes. We here in this group want to help and stand by you.