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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I need to reach out more

Heidiclark
Heidiclark
Hi everyone. I just feel so down right now. I cut myself off from people and feel very isolated and alone. And I am always down on myself, feeling like a total failure. It's like no matter what I do it's not enough, it's not good enough and I should be doing more. But it's really hard to get things done with this depression weighing me down and making it so hard to get anything done. Most of the time I just sleep to forget how bad I feel. I need to help myself and reach out to others. I'm not a social person although I used to be back before the illness started. My husband and son are very supportive----so is my mom. But it's not enough and I need to find other friends to talk to----or at least make the effort. Thanks.
WallyBear
WallyBear
You Are NOT A Failure Sweetheart.

Please, Don't be So Hard On Yourself.

You Are Such A Wonderful Person.

Sending Love And ((((((HUGS))))))
deleted_user
deleted_user
I hear you. Depression likes to get us off into isolation so it can whisper its poisonous suggestions in our ears. None of that stuff is the truth, but we seem very vulnerable to LISTENING to it when we isolate.

Glad you can see through it, and reach out. That is why I am reaching back. Peace for your heart comes with this reply to your post.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Whatever you do is enough. Sometimes we put the standard to high for ourselves. Give yourself a break. You reached out so I'm reaching back to you. Peace to you. Gentle hugs.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am in the exact same place as you are. I feel so alone and dnt know how to make friends. All Ive ever done was work full time and take care of my family. Even threw depression. Now everyones grown and gone and no outside stressers and im still depressed and can only work part time cus im so down. I try to set small goals but seem to have a hard time meeting them at times. Today was one of those days. Id be happy to get to know you and others. Im new to this computer stuff so bear with me.I hope we can talk.