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So down - venting

heretic
heretic
I've been down for so long, over a year, and in this past year so many bad things have happened. All my friends moved away and I have no urge to make new ones. I completely isolate myself. I hate my life and wish everyday that it would end. My pdoc adjusts my meds monthly and they are working very well but they don't help with the hell of having to go to work, worrying about whether I'll have the rent each week, and having no friends. I know there is nothing anyone can do to help me, I just wanted to vent - thanks for reading
RaeFx
RaeFx
I am very sorry that you are hurting like this.

We may not know one another, but please know that I still do care. I have felt this way myself.

I don't have any magic words of wisdom, but I did want to respond to your post to let you know that I do care.

Hugs.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hang in there. You are strong. You can do it. I feel like a hypocrite saying this but sometimes you just have to force yourself. It's hard though. But I have faith in you. Hugs!
Juice
Juice
I've known you a while now and I admire your ability to keep going in the midst of trouble, although I don't know the specifics (doesn't matter). Having to work to stay secure must make you so anxious; I count my blessings for a husband who loves his work. Isolating yourself is natural; I do it all the time, and make a conscious effort to avoid people, but when I HAVE to spend time with my neighbours I always feel better for it. They know I'm a bit of a fruit loop and always say how good it is to see me, which is weird to hear!

I know you won't want to entertain this, but is there any way you could join some kind of group that gives you the chance to socialise without any pressure? We all need human contact, and when we're depressed we need it even more, although our depressed brains tell us the opposite.

Great vent, and sorry for the advice! With your brains and eloquence there are a lot of people missing out on a wonderful friendship with you. (((Gentle Hugs)))
deleted_user
deleted_user
I'm glad you came here to vent. I know it's hard not to isolate yourself but it is the worst thing to do. Try Juice's advice.

I know I'm the pot calling the kettle black. I do the same thing. I know WHAT to do. DOING it is another story. But do try.

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dustykitty
dustykitty
((((((HUG))))))
ZAZAS
ZAZAS
All I can offer is a great big HUG. I am sorry you are feeling this way.
beachside
beachside
((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))
meandthebeast
meandthebeast
sorry sweetie.. sending some hugs and love your way.. I know the feeling.. I can not get out of this black hole this time.. shittttttttttt
SmileyBear
SmileyBear
Gentle hugs to you. If you can find it in yourself to do some volunteer work a few hours a week, it may help. It's helped me, got me "out" of my self, helped others.

Just an idea.

I sure hope things start looking up for you, heretic.

More hugs.
gramybear
gramybear
Vent away, that is what we are here for! And we all have bad days, weeks, months, etc..... We all understand . .I'm glad to hear that your pdoc adjusts your medications as needed, I like to hear about doctor's that care and do what they can. I have the best doc in the world. I tell him all the time with cards and sending info about him to Angie's list.