For everyone that struggles with depression, I know we have all felt that at some point in our lives or another. Youre not alone. Finding your purpose in life is something a lot of people struggle with. Its one of the great life questions. If you ever just need to talk my inbox is always open. <3 much love

Hey, samanthaaj83. Finding your purpose in life can be difficult and confusing. Also with depression, one might feel like they are not loved at all. I'm glad you posted what you were feeling. Writing things out can be therapeutic. The people on here are really encouraging. I hope you feel better. Welcome to Daily Strength

Hey there, glad to see you found your way to dailystrength. I'm sorry to hear that your struggle with depression is causing you to feel those ways. I can relate to those types of feelings though with how I've felt at different points during my journey with depression; though feeling like that can really bum you out and is not pleasant at all, unfortunately those types of feelings are fairly normal/typical for those of us who struggle with depression. Though it may be hard to feel like you understand your purpose, just remember that (as cliché as it sounds) you are unique and special and you matter; though you may not be able to identify your purpose right now, you have a purpose and just you being you could change the lives of many people who you interact with in positive ways. It must be tough to feel like you can't seem to be loved, but I'm sure there are people who love you way more than you may even realize or be aware of. Just a random question, do you have a pet? If so, think of the love they have for you.. When I don't feel loved by anyone else seeing the unconditional love that my dog has for me always cheers me up. Well, anyways, I'm glad you found a community of people here whom you can reach out to when you need support, there are so many people here including myself who are here for you and more than willing to listen if you need to talk. Wishing you well!

We all understand depression, it is a hard place to be, We have been there to some degree and point of it before and some may still be dealing with it now.
I have dealt with it too. It is an ongoing battle that you have take one step at a time. The best way I had found to deal with depression is to face it head on, get involved in a support group, let your leader and others help you find a way to reach out and get involved in the community. ( Serve at the Rescue Mission, Boys and Girls Club, a local Nursing Home, Children's Hospital, coach a sport for kids, volunteer at the local elementary school, go to the animal shelter and volunteer to walk and care for the animals there, Bake some cookies for an elderly neighbor...Start up an book group at your place or join a club at the local library. Take an evening class at the local Community College, get involved in a church, get a gym membership and go work out...) Find some way to get involved in your community and strive forward to reach your goal as if you are running to win the race.
I will pray for you! I know that struggle is very difficult to move forward and not look back. Focus on what is ahead. ...Pray and keep praying! We all here, know that you have a great purpose and that you are loved!