Can you ever be the same after depression?

[Liz830]

I don't feel like myself after depression. Maybe I am still depressed? Nothing feels the same and I still stand in the shower with my back turned to feel the hot water on my back only now I don't cry like I used to. I think I finally calmed my anxiety with Ashwagandha and matcha green tea so that's good and I had to cut out sugar because certain things would make my anxiety worse. Any comments or advice is appreciated.

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I think depression changed me, but I think it's because I'm aware it can get me at anytime. Some people only get it once, some people keep getting it. I've changed a lot. I do have some good times though, I wouldn't say happy but functional and occasional fits of laughter, I'm far from normal though and haven't been for a long time

[SingingBirds]

I feel like depression changes you and I can say that I've never reverted to my old self. I'm diffrent, but not in a bad way. I'm not as bubbly or happy as I use to be, but I come to realize that it's okay to express a full range of emotions and not just the socially acceptable ones. My depression flared up in December and I think it has reached its climax this month. I don't feel as much apathy anymore and I'm working on getting better. All I can say is to find good people willing to support you and encourage you through your lows. I'm glad to see you on here and I hope you get back to feeling like your old self.