Depression with no end in sight

I’m trying to push through this everyday. It’s hard to do on my own, I am trying to survive While everything feels futile. I’ve been dealing with this for over 30 years.. I need to make a connection with someone who knows what it’s like. Not just a therapist who nods and gives looks of pity every now and then.

[gogogirl]

I agree- some therapists are trained to provide comfort and methods of dealing, but they themselves might not know what it's like. I am glad that this site is here. NAMI ( if in the USA) sponsors some groups but sometimes they are not geographically close. Still, they are out there especially if one is in or close to a city. Welcome by the way.

[Hidden in reply to gogogirl]

There are no groups near me I’ve checked. Only one support group that was within distance was for people who had to care for people with mental health issues :/

[gogogirl in reply to Hidden]

I understand- do they have a state NAMI- perhaps you can talk to them also.

[gogogirl]

I went to one once last year, and liked it. Unfortunately , it also was a drive away at night and I also do not drive at night. We also did a fundraiser walk for NAMI , and will do so again in May. I met some really nice people.

[gogogirl]

Ours was about half a mile, and they also had speakers and food and raffles. It was a fun and supportive gathering. Perhaps each area is different.

[gogogirl]

Sounds like pardon me you need to be more of an adult to yourself. You say you are in your forties. I don;t know what other med issues you have- but it sounds like your family is keeping you from being an adult. Your family won't let you? That is absurd. A peer group might be just what you need. I also hope you have a doctor and counselor. Good luck in moving forward in life. Keep getting out of the house!

[gilip]

Hi there we are here for you and we’ll done for reaching out on here, not always easy to do!! I agree yes it is a daily battle to keep going. Every night I go to sleep hoping I will feel better the next day and it will be a great day but most days are just hard!! Still I have hope may that never leave. Love and blessings to you x x

[Hidden]

Saw my therapist and psych today I’m just waiting on a pre auth. To go through so I can start a new med.. hoping to sleep better tonight, and thx

[gogogirl]

Why are you homebound then? ( If you care to talk about it). You are almost forty- some day your parents will be gone.

[gogogirl]

I understand about uncertainty at least some of the financial. I assume that is what is causing this? What caused the agorophobia? At any rate, I hope you find work that is meaningful or at least get training so you can pay the bills.

[gogogirl in reply to gogogirl]

To wit: None of us is guaranteed how long we will live as you know. Make the most of yourself and you sound intelligent- it's just where you apply it.