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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badperson 02/26/2016

Right now I am so ready to end all the unhappiness and sadness that I am feelin . I just can't move to do anything and when I do it is the wrong thing. I have a husband who is angry at me, 2 sisters who I have become disconnected from because of me, a son who is in prison because of me being a bad mother, a son who is gay and is angry because I didn't do anything about his brother when they were kids and a son who is overworked, stressed and sick.
Life just plain sucks. Why can't I just get off my ass and start being a better person???

I'm done! I can't please anyone and I can't find happiness so what's the use.

ThePepperMan 02/26/2016

Depression is a cruel master; it clouds our judgment and makes everything appear to be hopeless.

Please, if you can, get therapy. That is a great way to get a handle on where you are, where you want to be, and how to get from one to another.

Please don't view all of this as your fault. Unless you put guns in your son's hands and told him to be a criminal at a young age, you can't be held responsible for his actions. He must share some of the blame. Your husband must also share some of the blame that you believe falls on your hands.

As for your overworked son, he needs to get himself out of that bind.

Sorry you are not doing well.

Gentle hugs

lacymenzies 02/29/2016

I look back and think I should of done this, and I should of done that. My kids play the blame game. I was stuck in depression for so long. I didn't fight back until later in life. Adult children have to make choices and live with the consequences of their choices. If you have children that are still minors get yourselves all into therapy. It really works. I journaled my feelings over and over again. All the garbage just came oozing out. I cried and cried. I spoke my mind to those that had molested me, and condemned me, and controlled and emotionally neglected me. I only have control of myself, my response and my actions. Today I can only control my self. I know this now. I be the best me I can be...a little better everyday. And with others I have put boundaries in place so I can heal. I don't go back to say kick me again. You too deserve to heal and to love and enjoy who you are and your strengths. Keep us posted.

sedgwick4914 02/29/2016

Lacymenzies said:

"I only have control of myself, my response and my actions. Today I can only control my self. I know this now. I be the best me I can be...a little better everyday. And with others I have put boundaries in place so I can heal. I don't go back to say kick me again."

Very well said. I hope that I can keep that in mind when I am feeling down.

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