Hi, my name is Steffanie and I am 17 years old. I want everyone to know that I am here to help you if you need it. I just overcame depression a couple months ago and I am happy as ever. I had for a long time, since I was 13. I know how it feels to wake up and feel shitty. To feel worthless and not wanting to be here. It's such a horrible feeling and feels like it will never get better. I've lost a few good friends to suicide and even attempted it multiple times myself. I don't ever want someone to feel like they have to take their life. It gets better, I promise. I was never motivated to take my medication because it felt like it never helped. I would take them every couple of days or weeks. Something in July had happened to me that pushed me over the edge. I told my mom that I was going to kill myself because bad things always happen to me. She told me that I have to take my meds for 2 straight months before it can work. I don't know what made me do it, but I started taking my medication! I did it for 2 straight months without missing a day. It was hard and there were times I wanted to give up, but I kept imagining how happy I could be. Eventually, I did it. I felt so accomplished and I did start feeling happier. That motivated me to keep taking them. I had a great friend that I could talk to about my hard times. Sometimes, it helps to have someone there to talk to about feelings. It sounds cheesy, but it can help a lot. Well, here I am in the new year. I feel like a whole new person. I am here for you! I'm here to help if you're feeling depressed or suicidal or hurting yourself. I don't want anyone to feel trapped and that no one is here for them. I'm here for anyone that needs it. Please, don't hesitate to send me a message or reply to this. I know it's a hard thing to live with, but I am here to tell you that it will get better. Please realize that you're life is worth living and you're here for a reason. Stay strong