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.
..is nothing compared to what my wife has to live with. My struggles are pathetic in comparison to the outstanding way she carries herself under such pressure.
I know, as depressives, we are not supposed to do comparisons but sometimes it can be the most helpful thing in the world. I now no longer care about my depression, I pay it no mind, as a result, I am getting the better of it.
It is still there, always, like a sand trap trying to suck me in but being mindful that it is there, that I have the power and that others face things a hell of a lot more difficult than the lies depression tells is actually helping.
It gets to the point where you say to yourself "Fuck this bullshit" and try to get on, try to gain self control, try to gain equilibrium.
This isn't a 'Get on with it and everything will be ok' statement, this is a fight statement, an ordering of priority.
I love and care, this defines me. Depression is just something that I have. Like old shoes or my child-hood teddy.
Old, comforting but something I should have thrown away a long time ago.
Babbling now, cheers for reading.
I know, as depressives, we are not supposed to do comparisons but sometimes it can be the most helpful thing in the world. I now no longer care about my depression, I pay it no mind, as a result, I am getting the better of it.
It is still there, always, like a sand trap trying to suck me in but being mindful that it is there, that I have the power and that others face things a hell of a lot more difficult than the lies depression tells is actually helping.
It gets to the point where you say to yourself "Fuck this bullshit" and try to get on, try to gain self control, try to gain equilibrium.
This isn't a 'Get on with it and everything will be ok' statement, this is a fight statement, an ordering of priority.
I love and care, this defines me. Depression is just something that I have. Like old shoes or my child-hood teddy.
Old, comforting but something I should have thrown away a long time ago.
Babbling now, cheers for reading.
I understand what you mean by comparing.....it helps me sometimes too, gives me compassion for others, kicks me in the but to get me going again:)
Hugs
((High five))
Keep your head up and keep taking small steps and soon you will be in far, good , places!
Hugggssss to you.
Nothing to add really, just wanted you to know I read this and that I think you're mega-awesome :D
Lubbins!