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.
Me: 30 years old. Live at home. Just lost my job. Having a hard time finding a new one. In the same day, my boyfriend left me and I lost my job. This is not the first time he has left me. I am angry. I yell at loved ones. I am eating myself into stomach pains everyday. I don't want to interact with people, I don't want to leave the house. I have no college degree. I feel like I can't breathe today. I don't know how to get rid of these feelings of sadness and anger. I am ruining relationships with people who love me. I don't know what to do. I am a good person I always thought, but I am starting to question that.
How is your support system in real life? Do you have family close by? Do you have friends who you can talk to? This can help out a lot, but the key is to rely on family and friends to the level that they are comfortable; lean too hard and we can drive them away.
gentle hugs
When I am at a low point and use a list to start making progress, I make sure to add even very small and easy things that I know I can accomplish. You can laugh at this, but I'll even add "brush my hair," "dress," "wash my face."
It feels really good crossing stuff off the list and these are things I know I'll do and I need to do to start or end a day.
Responding to you is my first post in the group. I am wishing you well right now.
and that is the first step in turning things around. We may not be therapists here on DS, but we are good listeners and will offer you as much support as you need. Hang in there and believe in yourself. Hugs GB