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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Anna1212
Anna1212

it's weird this is the only place i feel like i belong.  i'm real bad now, so weak and exhausted from overwork, worry and depression that i'm almost non functional.  too tired to even type very much.  longing for the end of it all.  just so i don't have to do anything anymore.  1.5 years to retirement is proving to be too long for this old and beaten body and spirit.  i wanted to make that.  don't think i can.  so tired of living and all the b.s. you have to deal with on a daily basis.  all the difficult and mean people.  gettting older makes it so much harder too. 

jannytheresa
jannytheresa
It is definitely hard to be an older woman in the workplace today. 1.5 years seems so close and yet so far. Have you thought about applying for disability? If you're really depressed or have other health problems, it can be easier for older workers to get SSD. Everybody doesn't make it to the finish line. Good Luck.
volcano63
volcano63
It's hard to be an older worker. I don't think I'll be able to retire, so I'll be working until the day I drop. It's not a pleasant idea. I feel your pain. Some people think our society is rigged to keep poor people poor. I don't know if that's true but it would explain some things...
Sweethalf87
Sweethalf87
I'm very sorry you are feeling so low right now. I actually created an account a few minutes ago because I'm feeling the same exact way besides im younger. I don't have any advice to give at the moment but I am here to listen. Take care hun.
TR91
TR91
You’ve made it through 100 percent of your bad days. Don’t stop now. Keep going love.
YolyD
YolyD
I'm so sorry you are feeling like that. It seems you still have some strength left to reach out. I hope that will be enough to keep carrying you through. don't give up, you still have lots to give.
Have you tried reaching out to a counselor or your doctor?
May I just forward you this information? Hopefully, you can find it helpful.
https://bit.ly/2hcTFzT

I hope you are able to come out of this and find joy in the midst of difficult times.
GardenLass
GardenLass
Don't give up. If you are only one and a half years away from a life goal, then you are almost there. Don't lose all you've worked hard to accomplish. It's worth the hardship to cross the finish line. Remember, no matter what you choose, you will still have to face one person on a daily basis; your self. Don't give you another reason to crumple in defeat. You also don't need to sacrifice your heart. Don't let others tell you who you are. Let your own words and actions show others who you are.
RossHomes
RossHomes
I haven't been on here in a while and may not have posted much here. Do you practice self- care? I had learned that you should do something nice , no matter how small for yourself when you're struggling. Each hour if you're having an especially hard time. Be kind and gentle w/ yourself.