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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Trichster724 09/27/2017

I have two jobs. I do security during the day and I'm a waitress at night. Before i got the security job, i worked afternoons and nights at the restaurant. I thought I hated that job so I searched for a day job and now that I'm here, I miss working fulltime at the restaurant.

I've only been doing security for a few months but all I do is sit here and mess around on the computer and my phone. I miss being active. The only thing keep me here is the pay. I make decent money and I'm guaranteed overtime which is good cuz of the money but it takes a toll on my body :( im always exhausted and i never want to hang out with my friends anymore :( winter is coming soon and i want to go snowboarding a lot more than i did last year but at this rate i dont think i'll be able to. im always tired and i see my friends going out after work and having fun and i just cant do that anymore. i want to be able to socialize and i dont feel healthy.

I'm debating whether to take the slight pay cut and go back to working at the restaurant full time or try to tough it out at the security job a little longer. My depression has dipped since working here and my anxiety has spiked as well. I'm thinking for the benefit of my mental, social, and physical health I shouldnt be here much longer.

idontknow96 09/27/2017

I work overnight security at a mall and it takes a toll on my body I never feel motivated to do anything during the day I just wanna sleep all the time I don't spend as much time with my family anymore I only get a few hours, I just started but I'm thinking about switching to days I know how you feel, if you feel that the restaurant makes you happy then do that there's more to life than money just make sure you're able to pay bills and have a little left over

Trichster724 09/27/2017

I don't know how you do overnight security I would explode. I can barely do day.

jclark152 09/27/2017

What is the purpose of working two jobs? are you saving for school? If you want the free time, do you need to adjust your expenses so one job is enough? I am paying school loans right now and would love two jobs with overtime. And the security job would allow me to study. It's a matter of perspective I think. You aren't in a bad place. But being 21, social life is very important too. No matter what, it's your show.You get to decide how it plays out. Time or money, which is more important. Do keep in mind the future though - if you have goals, you might be in a good spot to finance them. Otherwise, take the time. That might help you figure out what you really want to do next.

sharaninmd 09/27/2017

I guess it depends on whether or not you really need a second job. If the security job is causing you to have health issues and mental health issues, it is not a healthy place for you to be. It is important to maintain your social life with your friends. You should not quit the security job until you know a full time position is available at the restaurant. Good luck.

idontknow96 09/27/2017

It's taking a toll I probably won't do it much longer I'm constantly drained and it's usually underpaid, but I would do what makes you happy that's what I'm trying to do

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