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.
It's hard to ask for encouragement but here I am. I've battled depression and anxiety for years. These past 2 years have been a really prolonged bad spell. Today is one of those days, I'm just tired. Tired of battling. And my mountain today? Just trying to make myself get to the grocery store. We need food in the house. I just want to want to live. For simple things to not be monumental tasks that take everything in me to battle through. I'm not complaining, it's just the honest truth of living with mental illness. Anyone have tips that help them when they're overwhelmed with the struggle...to even just get to the dang store
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Does anyone follow her? She's really got some good tips.
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Maybe the pills stopped working or was never the best choice for you. Go to psychiatrist and see if medication change or dose level needs to be made.
So if I had to go to the store, the first thing I would do is get out of bed, then if I managed to get out of bed, I would have a cup of coffee. If I can get that far, then I can brush my teeth. If I can brush my teeth, then I can manage to put on some clothes, once I'm dressed, I can get in the car. If I'm in the car I can drive to the store. If I can drive to the store, I can park the car. If I park the car, then I can walk across the parking lot and If I can walk across the parking lot then I can go inside the store and shop. I suppose the idea is that taking one small step leads to another until you finally accomplish your goal.
Wishing you peace :)
Step by step. The last post I almost laughed because that was SO my day. It helps to have others undestand and share their ways of coping..and with compassion. Thank You to all of you