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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Not Facing the Day with a good start

Bluebird20
Bluebird20

It's morning and I can hardly focus on what I have to do.  I am stuck in the past.  There have been some insensitive between a man I know and myself.  I know it's not all my fault, but I can't help feeling bad about it.  I am in transition with some other life events also. My niece is a little supportive and a little help from a few church members.  Thanks for listening.  Hope you all have a nice day!

Sherlock221b
Sherlock221b
Being stuck in the past is the lot of most of us me included. Be kind to yourself and love yourself - not as selfish as people think if you realise the command love your neighbour as yourself....
Prycejosh1987
Prycejosh1987
The easy and quick answer is let everything go. Renew your heart and mind, and emotionally start over again.
JanusD
JanusD
Depression is always worst in the morning (for most people) then as the day progresses it should lighten up a little. Just knowing this fact can make a difference.

I really struggle in the mornings, I usually find myself back in bed an hour after I got up, but as the day progresses I start to feel a little better..

Ruminating about the past or worrying about the future are the cornerstones of depression.

See if you can use mindfulness to try and ground yourself in the present.

Loving Kindness to you
Bluebird20
Bluebird20
Thank you all 2 of you that responded. Your support helped. Janus I tried the Mindful Movement guided meditation for depression and anxiety in you tube, you might like it. It seemed helpful. Sherlock thanks for your kind words.
Prycejosh1987
Prycejosh1987
You have to leave the past where it belongs. In the past. Sow seeds for your future, and it will be better then expected. Drag the past with you, and it will ruin the seeds you sowed.