I've Ostracized Myself from Friends, from Life

[DogLover1999]

I'm learning a lot about myself. For the past 2+ years, I've not been able to work due to physical issues that quickly combined with and added to my existing major depression & anxiety. I'm trying to fight back, and it's so heart wrenching & tough bc I've ostracized myself from my dear friends and all activities. I need help getting my life back. I feel bad reaching out to friends bc I've not been there for them in such a long time. They have issues too and need support, so I feel awful reaching out to them after all this time.

[Fishmonster]

Morning

I feel the greatest way to show your friends how serious you are about yourself and that’s why it seems you have walked away from them is to really work hard on yourself. Show them and mainly show yourself that you are going to over come this. True friends that are worth having will understand.

[guynfl2chat]

I think part of anxiety can be isolating ourselves. I find that sometimes I just want to be alone. However, this is not what we should be doing. Its important to be around friends and family to grow back up our self esteem and sense of worth. I would suggest just reaching out to 1 friend. Try small steps and see if you can do it. If they are a real friend they will understand.

[austinutahmeyer]

Good for you! I am proud to hear that you are wanting to climb out of the deep dark pit of depression and anxiety. It is a hard thing to find the desire to do. I struggle with constant negative thoughts about myself and accepting myself, causing much anxiety. Before you go to bed tonight write down one thing that you are going to do differently tomorrow. Whether that be text an old friend, go on a walk, or try a new dinner place. Try to break your usual habits. I know for me I get complacent and that is when I grow depressed. I hope that helps. I thank you for your post, i know how it feels to distance yourself from friends. It sucks not wanting friends because you don’t want them to judge you for your depression. Remember you are not alone, I will be praying for you. Best wishes!