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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DepressedRecluse 07/22/2008

DEPRESSED....

that is my question....

am i depressed or am i lazy....

i have so much to do...wash the dishes(again), put up laundry from two weeks ago, find a job, clean the house, raise my son, find a job, take out the garbage...its trash day and i just heard the garbage trucks...GOTTA GO NOW...

i just keep going in circles in my head and in reality...

its like i have so much to do, and i don't know where to start....

then i wake up with a headache...which only makes this feeling of hopelessness worse....

i really don't want to do anything that i have to do now....

AAAAAAHHHHHHHH....i'm so frustrated....

i'm sorry...but THIS SHIT SUCKS....

-dr-

deleted_user 07/22/2008

ok first yur depressed.
And then that makes yu lazy.
But I wouldn't call yu lazy,
maybe unmotivated, which is what I am when Im having a depressed day.

meandthebeast 07/22/2008

This happens to most of us at some point.. Hang in there and just do a little at a time when you feel like it. Good luck honey..

deleted_user 07/22/2008

I hear you, it is a vicious circle. Prioritize what must be done right now from what can wait. And try to fit in something that you enjoy and relax, its all small stuff. Your son and your happiness is the top priority.

Let me know how you make out...

DepressedRecluse 07/22/2008

thanks for the support guys...

i'm going to take dkimball's advice...

i used to run a tight ship before i started feeling this way...by prioritizing and getting everything done...

deleted_user 07/22/2008

Good for you!!! Sometimes we need to focus more on what is most important to our well being, the rest can wait. Take care and thinking of you. Lots of hugs..

Juice 07/22/2008

I cleaned a toilet today. Now I feel better. Baby steps.

DepressedRecluse 07/22/2008

that's funny juice...

i think i'll go clean the toilet, too...

deleted_user 07/22/2008

Baby steps are good...
there are times I've done the sloth steps, now that is really slow and tiny steps but it kept me going.
yeah, I agree about first doing what is absolutely necessary...love comes before dust.

deleted_user 07/22/2008

Take it easy on yourself hon. Just get things done little by little. Eventually, you will get it all done.

Carolin57 07/22/2008

Oh I am the same I keep thinking maybe I'm lazy. But I just can't get motovated to do anything. I can't even shower, just can't bring myself to, and I've not washed my hair for a week. And I really don't want anyone to see me right now just want to sleep all the time. But baby steps are the way forward. I managed to put some washing on this morning.

DepressedRecluse 07/22/2008

okay...maybe i am depressed...cause i sure ain't lazy...

i just took dkimball and juice 's advice...

start out with baby steps...like cleaning the toilet (damn it was dirty)...once i started, i couldn't stop...cleaned the toilet, cleaned the mirrors, cleaned the whole damn bathroom, put the clean clothes away, washed the dishes, cleaned the kitchen...and even got rid of my damn headache....

dkimball and juice....thank you, thank you, thank you....i'm not lazy...just depressed...oh damn...i just can't win

thanks guys...and i hope y'all feel better too....

hugs to everyone !!!!!

-dr-

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