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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Forestfriend
Forestfriend

Greetings, I'm new here. I decided to join because today has hit me so hard. I'm spending it alone for the first time in years (non pandemic related) and I can't seem to shake the intense loneliness I've been experiencing. 

Andromeda8
Andromeda8
Hi Forestfriend, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family.

You will no longer be alone because you have us ! We are a family of like-minded individuals who will give you support, advice, and empathy in your darkest times.

Feel free to vent, and others will respond to your post.

Open your heart, free your spirit, and happiness shall follow !

Marie. Many (((((HUGS)))))
Forestfriend
Forestfriend
Thank you so much. Your kindness means more than you know. It's been a long time since I've heard any encouragement.
Anna1212
Anna1212
You're welcome here. You can always find someone to chat with. I understand loneliness. Been living with a long time. Holidays are harder sometimes.
Forestfriend
Forestfriend
Thank you. It's definitely helpful knowing others understand ❤️
Myfavorite
Myfavorite
Hey! Know the feeling. Reach out if you need a friend/support/cake ;-). Merry Christmas morning
Forestfriend
Forestfriend
Merry Christmas, thank you
Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
This has worked for me for many years. I take a couple of prescribed and mild antidepressants every day and I stay busy. Works any day of the year. Simply too busy ... no time for depression. If you notice, when you are (intensely) concentrating on just about anything, you are basically not feeling depressed. I am VERY busy every day.

Hope this helps if even a little. Welcome to DS and this group. I hope you can have a great Christmas day and a very happy new year.
Anna1212
Anna1212
that's true about business. my job does that for me and it is hard to be depressed when you are extremely active. however, it'd be nice not to have to do that to feel ok you know? but yea, busy can really help when you are down.