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.
I just wanted ..longed for peace
Anything to break free
But everyone couldn’t see
Who I truly wanted to be
It wasn’t a choice I made
It’s where I had to stay
I asked everyone for their help
Because I couldn’t do it by myself
Depressed because of the pain
And the depression driving me insane
PTSD keeping me up at night
Fatigued trying to keep up the fight
Endo and chronic GERD keeping me stuck in bed
Filled with despair & throwing up when barely fed
Aches and pains that don’t go away
Which wouldn’t matter if one person stayed
I’d know it was worth it
Because I’d have a purpose
Someone would count on me, like I did them
And there I would stay until the very end
And all that I had and do endure
Wouldn’t hurt as much anymore
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Ever since I stopped doing therapy because of insurance, I've been feeling that old tense and irritable sense of anxiety and stress. I hate that. I was making so many strides and changes during therapy, my therapist would acknowledge all of my progress and accomplishments, and I miss that reassurance. Today I thought about it, and I made those changes! She would always tell me that I chose to...
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Hey All...I hope that you have a lovely, peaceful beginning of your weekI have a bunch of chores that need doing but may put them off til tomorrow and just hang out with my landlord/roomie todayWhat about you?...Anything special going on?Have a great day and take good care of you!!..Xo
I've learned over the years is the way """I Think"" and "" I Have Choices"" are the two most powerful healing methods I can use, along with diet.
I too throw up, have gerd, and take a medication which Stops Me From Getting Sick...pantoprazole...if you are getting sick so much, Keep Hydrated as that will add to your depression. I also drink baking soda, about 1/2 tsp in 8oz of water to stop stomach acid.
As far as purpose and meaning in life, dig down deep and Find Yourself To Be Your Best Friend...right now to make some money, I knit and crochet, I've talked to a lady in my town that does consignment selling, so I'm making blankets for cats as Christmas Gifts...those little plastic things that you pull off a milk carton, I save them then when I get 24, I use twine string about 36'', tight the end with the hole and bring to animal shelter as cat toys to give when people are adopting cats.
I have a huge problem with computer addiction...now, I stay away from ALL News, I only play 3 games...I'm in the process of getting 10000 dollars worth of dental work done, I have no insurance, my house Thank God is paid off, this month alone I've had over 6,000 in repairs, I have one kidney functioning at 20% and I Choose To Look At My Life With Gratitude And Hope, oh, I have been Blessed with My Angel With Horns who lives with me at 29 and is Driving Me To Insanity...buttta...he is company, I feel safer with him in the house...Everything Is Give and Take.
I Wish You, All Those You Love, and Those Who Pass By Peace and Healing and To The World At Large <3
I could practice more positive thinking as lately I’ve been feeling hopeless because of it all. I’m happy though that you learned a way to cope. It saddens me that you were suffering for so long. I wish happiness for you. …I am currently working on my diet and it is beneficial. Wish it wasn’t so expensive.
My depression comes from being sick/pain everyday and lack of support in my life. Endo has no cure so I have my bad days.
Specifically, for my chronic GERD they gave me omeprazole, ondansetron and to take probiotics. No success. I changed my diet for this too. I stay away from red meat, greasy and acidic foods. I’m curious about trying the baking soda trick you mentioned. Thank you for all the information you’ve provided, I’m going to try it.
I love your positive outlook despite all you continue to go through. You have a good heart. May you be blessed because of it. I’m also pleased to know you have company through it all. You are not alone.
…Sorry to hear about your kidney, take care of yourself. Also, Best Wishes Always & Good Luck with your dental work!