The question is, we are practicing gratefulness. But are we hopeful?

We all tell each other to practice gratefulness. Journaling. Taking pictures. Meditating. But are we hopeful? I am crying tonight because I am grateful yet I have no hope for now or for future. I feel stuck. I’ve been feeling like this crying everyday for eight months now. I believe I am doing everything I possibly can to not give up and to stay alive. But can one live without hope? Nothing on the horizon. No light just the tunnel. How much more can I take of this? Some nights I wish I would od. Just slip away.

[RaqXo]

Hey there. I try to be grateful but with anxiety and depression your mind literally does the opposite. I am grateful when I can be but sometimes my mind is sooooo bad I can’t get myself out of a negative state. Pat yourself in the back and forgive yourself. God knows how many times I’ve tried meditation, hypnosis, being grateful etc. I hope it kind of helps knowing you’re not the only one going through that! It’s frustrating to say the least.

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Thank you for responding and sharing.

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Thank you for your response. It was very meaningful to me. I kept on thinking about your words. Although I am still very sad, I will endure for Grace.

[Marz21]

Hi, this is a difficult one for me too. I've found it such a trial since leaving work and then struggling with even part time at college, and looking after my home and caring for my children properly. The children keep me going but my physical health troubles will not go away, however I have been in better states of mental health. Being better has happened. Therefore I do hope it will again, and I will have hope for you too. Just give yourself time and patience, stay on here and talk to us.

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Thank you for this.