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.
Everyday I wake up and I feel like just going right back to sleep until the next day, and this cycle continues. There aren't many things I look forward to anymore in my life. I love my family, and I have a boy to raise, but other than that, I might as well cease to exist. I've lost my vitality and will never again experience the exhilaration of things I experienced when I was younger. I am just going through the motions.
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I have a possible new diagnosis to discuss with my therapist tomorrow. It might be the answer to a question that I have had since I was 19. It's called Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD). It happens to a large percentage of people with ADHD, which I have. Actually, I have been watching videos about ADD/ADHD lately. I remember my Mom telling me that she watched a show on ADD and she...
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Actually, our Governor called a State of Emergency. I pray that my electric doesn't go out. I had already planned to stay home all weekend to recuperate from a cold and do online training for my job. That will take many hours. I am worried for the outside kitties. I hope your weekend goes better for you.
I too struggle with finding joy in things I once did before like drawing, reading, and even hanging out with friends. Something that has helped me find some happiness is going for a walk or sitting outside on my porch, even if it's just for 10 mins or so. Sometimes I'll even listen to the noises outside and try to count as many as I can hear for something to fill the time. I don't know why but there is something about the fresh air that seems to make me happier.
I often stay in my home too often and that's when I notice my mental health declines and I start to experience a lack of enjoyment in things as you mentioned. Maybe this tip could help if you wanted to give it a try one day.
Please know you aren't alone and so many of us are here for you. Thank you for sharing <3