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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milgal81
milgal81

Hello. I am new to this online support group thing. I suffer from mild to severe depression. It can last a few days to months at a time. I have ways of dealing and coping on my own, but find that talking helps a lot too. I don't always have access to my therapist and COVID-19 has made that more of a challenge. Today is an ok day. My family is not here to keep my mind busy and I feel myself sinking. I guess my biggest question right now is how has this forum helped you? Any and all suggestions are welcome. Thank you!

Thor2008
Thor2008
Welcome to the forum. Has this helped? Yes. I have a circle of friends that have helped me work through depression, anxiety, and my bipolar. I would suggest journaling. That has help a great deal. I put on paper my ideas and experiences. I come to terms with my past and work out my issues.

Welcome aboard.
milgal81
milgal81
Hi Thor2008. I have tried journaling, but I am not consistent with it. I have moments where writing is my life and then I hate it the next day. When I can manage to get things on paper, it does help me. A friend just gifted me a journal last week and i haven't touched it. For me, it is easier talking to strangers sometimes. I feel like I can be more vulnerable and not worry about judgement.
Thor2008
Thor2008
Milgal - no judgement here. I have posted in my journal here very sensitive items and received good and supportive feedback. The journaling is fine if it not everyday. It matters that you get your thoughts on paper when it is important. When you have something to say. Just write when you feel you have to.

So what do you have to write about?
milgal81
milgal81
When I do write, I write about my life experiences. Some of it is painful and I feel that I need to put it to bed. Sometimes I write affirmations to myself or my goals. My goals tend to change a lot depending on where I'm at that particular day. The one goal that has remained is to finish my degree and I'm working on that.
Andromeda8
Andromeda8
Hi milgal, write anything that you feel comfortable of sharing. Goals can change due to circumstances or because you have to attend to more urgent matters. As long as you don't lose sight of the big picture, you can always return to your original plan once other matters have been resolved. Take care of yourself and don't stress. Hope that you will have a nice day. Marie :)
kenznoel
kenznoel
It helps tremendously to know you’re not alone. When I’m going through anxiety and depression episodes I feel crazy, helpless and alone but this website has taught me that I’m not. I hope it helps you just as much as it did me! My inbox is always open if you need to talk!
Scout21
Scout21
I am new here too, so hopefully we can figure this out!
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