
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.

sja
I am having a tough time today. I am worried about money, and christmas, and am losing my faith in god. I am worrying about everything, and I don't know how we are going to make it this year. Please someone talk to me.

deleted_user
Remember xmas isnt about the gifts. Its about family and being thankful and doing our best by each other.

sja
Thanks sleepy. I know. I feel so overwhelmed. I hate this feeling. I have been doing so well lately.

deleted_user
|You have been doing so well. Just breathe and relax and treat yourself for a bit.

deleted_user
im with sleepy on this one..it's better to enjoy what you have than the things you hav'nt...

sja
I wish I knew how to make the anxiety go away. I don't like this feeling. I am not going to hurt myself, but I just don't want to feel this way right now.

shootingstar
SJA ... I am here as well. Sorry to hear that you are having a tough time. Its hard to just get rid of anxiety ... keep talking to us and hopefully it will lessen.

deleted_user
aww sja! Dont lose your faith hon. God is with you always. He doesnt put these obstacles in our life. Rub your belly hon. There is god. Alot of people are having some financial problems this year. We will all make it. Just keep going until we do.

sja
Thanks pixie, and zippy, and shooting. I hate this feeling. Why did I wake up feeling like this? I feel very alone. I know I am not, because other's are going through the same things. I just don't know what to do.

shootingstar
I dont have an answer as to why you woke up that way ... its always hard to deal with though. The day is young ... maybe by this evening it will be gone. Until then ... do things for yourself. Take a hot bubble bath, eat a bag of chocolate, crank up your favorite tunes ... just do things for yourself. You deserve it!

jasonswifey
I know how you feel, I've always been strong in my faith and recently I'm scared I may lose faith. And I understand about money and Christmas. I just lost my job and my husband can't be with me on Christmas. I'm here if you want to talk.

sja
jasonswife, I am sorry to hear that. I have been brought up to always put my faith in god, but I just don't understand. Sometimes I feel so alone.

deleted_user
Yep, xmas can trigger deep emotions for probably the lot of us, you do have to focus on the being happy and strong first, that is the best present that you can give yourself and family.

deleted_user
Holidays are hard especially if you are predisposed to depression. I too am losing my job this December. Do something you enjoy today. Even if you don't feel like it. Sometimes this helps me. Reading, painting, anything.

deleted_user
Hey dearest, I cant remember the exact book or verse but I know for a fact if all the faith you can summon up today is the size of a mustard seed...You can move that mountain from here to there. Right? Right.

sja
I hope when I go to work, I may feel better. I am sure it is not good to sit in the house and keep thinking.
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