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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EvaSophia 01/05/2015

I'm going through a really tough time right now, so it helps to list some reasons why it would be good to stick around and keep living...I'll try to be specific.

-The sky at dusk, and the way the evening sunlight hits the mountains.

-The sky at night, especially the moon.

-PETS!! Especially dogs and cats. How wonderful it feels to just sit and watch TV while my cat is sitting in my lap. How soft and silky her fur feels. How wonderful it feels to be kneaded.

-Being able to walk in the park near my house when the weather is nice, and feed the ducks.

-Chocolate.

-Coffee.

-I want to see the new Star Wars movie. And the next Star Trek movie. (I'm a big geek).

-I love playing games, even if it's just by myself on the computer.

-There are so many good books out there I have yet to read.

-Beaches, even if I don't get to see them all that often.

Please feel free to add your own reasons to go on living. With all the garbage life throws at us, there can never be enough reasons.

gramybear 01/05/2015

You have a lot of good reasons and I am so happy that you are able to look at the glass half full and not half empty. I just spent time with my mother's Pastor who comes to see her.I am her caregiver and usually need him more than she does. I have a lot to think about after we talked but I know the biggest reason for being here is because God gave me a purpose and I am going to follow that purpose. It's not my time to go yet. Hugs gB

ThePepperMan 01/05/2015

I like your list.

I "miss my cat". She has not passed, but my MIL moved in with us and she is allergic to cats and dogs. (Our dog is a poodle mix, so her allergies are not that bad.) I really liked having my cat on my lap when I watched TV. Not so much when I'm on the computer.

laluna 01/05/2015

Love your list. Mine includes hiking, playing volleyball and pickle ball, reading, being with friends, coffee in the morning, being kind to others, playing games, dancing, making music, going to temple

Starzz77 01/05/2015

God keeps telling me to hold on just a little longer. I cant leave my best friend, my deaf boston terrier. other than that, im useless ;/

gustokitty 01/05/2015

for the possibilities of what tomorrow may bring...

gustokitty 01/05/2015

pepperman, u shlda sent MIL to the drs for a allergy shot! ;)

Nocturne130 01/05/2015

Hiking (preferably with my four-footed baby), ice cream, and the Walking Dead . . .

EvaSophia 01/05/2015

How could I forget MUSIC!? Especially oldies from the 60s and 70s.

Pepper, I am sorry about your kitty. Gusto has a good suggestion, so maybe that could help? At least you got to keep your dog.

Starzz, I completely understand about wanting to stay for your dog, that's a great reason, but I don't believe for a moment you are "useless" aside from that. Maybe somebody said that to you once, but it isn't true so please don't believe it.

gerald222 01/05/2015

I have expereinced moments of tremendous joy and tremendous sadness. The next moment of joy may be right around the corner. I just dont know it yet.

koolman 01/06/2015

Those are good reasons, Sophia! I was going to say "finding beauty" but you beat me to it!

I'd like to add: Creating challenges for one's self (beyond life's usual challenges of health and paying bills on time). Physical exercise challenges. Finding a new mountain to hike or a new bike trail to ride.