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.
Katey19 was very low on Tuesday night, we were chatting till quite late. I had to be up on Wednesday morning and I told her I was tired. I really regret leaving her feeling bad and I've not heard from her since. I let her down and I feel so worried for her, I asked her before I went if she was going to go out and try to harm herself and she answered me honestly that she didn't know. I know I should have stayed chatting with her instead of going to bed. If any of you know Katey19 and have heard from her since Tues night please let me know. I'm so concerned for her I don't know what to do. Any advice would be appreciated, I'm quite new to here.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
secondly, i've been here quite awhile and i have some advice for u.
in order for u to be of assistance to anyone, or for anyone to be of assistance to U...there HAS to be some level of "distance". it's all too easy to become SO emotionally entwined that u become a 24 hour mess worried to death over some of the people here. leaving yourself in a state where you're OF no help, nor easily helped by others.
i've learned this the hard way..and so have some of the others that have been here a long time.
please don't construe "distance" to mean uncaring...as that most certainly isn't what i suggest.
we have to remember that we are ALL here for a reason. just as u should not expect far too much from your friends..they, in turn, should not expect far too much from u.
we are not professionals and can only be supportive friends to one another....not on call 24/7 for fear of someone harming themselves. (i find that mildly emotionally abusive)
no one here will EVER be the cause of someone self-harming or comitting suicide. by the same token, neither are we hero's.
we are just plain folks who do our best to be supportive of each other...while ALL having depression within the entire spectrum of the term.
the emotional distance must be in place....or u really DO risk failing yourself, as well as others. care deeply, but care wisely.
This has been my experience and opinion.
xoxo Di