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Pain.

emotionsbylinds
emotionsbylinds

I’m really struggling. I skipped work Tuesday. I had a panic attack on the way there. I went in today. Still absolutely terrified, but I did alright. I like my job and the people I work with. Well, as much as I can, with my emotions being so bad. Point is, the job isn’t the problem. For some reason I got really low tonight. So anxious. About work and school. Especially school. It’s almost finals week. I don’t know what I’m gonna do. I have no motivation. I’ve missed this whole week. I’m so depressed. It’s so hard finding joy in nothing. Not only that, but feeling just the greatest emotional pain in the pit of my stomach. I wish I could describe this feeling, but I can’t. It’s just depression. I’m still hanging in there. I don’t feel s**cidal at all, which surprises me, given how bad I feel. I guess I’m just still hopeful that things will get better and it will be worth the wait. I think I’m going to call my GP tomorrow to refer me to a psychiatrist, which I really didn’t want to do but at this point, I don’t see any other option. The worst part is having no one to talk to. I know there are people here and strangers on the internet to reach out to, but I just wish I knew someone in person who could help me. I’m alright. Just so down.

ZenEm
ZenEm
Keep hanging in there. It’s the most we can do sometimes. Good job on deciding to see a psychiatrist and reach out for help. You’re not alone in the way you’re feeling. xx
robotnik
robotnik
Don't think about calling, just call. Seeing a psych would be a good move for you, I think. I hope you do find someone in person to talk with.
growthhurts
growthhurts
Oh honey, you don't have to live this way! There is help and you are taking the steps to get it. Great job! I used to have panic attacks and depression when I was younger. I was married, trying to get pregnant (fertility treatments) working full-time and going to school so I know what it's like. I called the # on the back of my insurance card and made an appointment with a counselor. It really helped! I needed to get on meds and I gradually felt better. After a year, I didn't need to see him anymore. Eventually the panic attacks stopped all together. So thankful to God for that! Keep thinking positively about the job you like and the coworkers you like. Get help for the depression and you are going to be fine. You can do this!
hebaochizu
hebaochizu
You are showing so much wisdom in your post. It feels like you know how you can feel better. Give yourself the permission to start small, to try and fail, and get help from others. You've got this!! :)
Cheese
Cheese
It would be great to find a friend in life who was on the same page that we are on. I have looked my whole life. When we cant find that we look to other things that dont have as much meaning thats for sure but they offer some understanding. Maybe you are a shy one? or keep quiet about your thoughts? Or maybe talk too much about them? or whatever. I hope you find many great friends and let them enrich your life, just as you are able to enrich someone elses life.