Depression

I have had depression for over twenty year I was diagnosed with it and I couldn’t tell when it started I’ve always withheld myself from letting someone in fully because I have a fear they would leave and this has happened over and over again made friends then had none so I’ve always felt alone and not know what to do about it any one have suggestions

[Michdau1]

Hi XXX it's so tough isn't it?! It's frightening to put yourself out there and push yourself out of your comfort zone; especially if u have been hurt before. However, this is true for everyone, so don't be hard on yourself. If I had written your post, what advice and support would you have given me? X

[Hidden in reply to Michdau1]

I would probably ask what gave the motivation before you gained a friend

[Michdau1 in reply to Hidden]

I think we judge ourselves by much tougher standards and are harder on ourselves than we are to others. That's why I always take a second to ask myself what advice would I give a friend and try to use that as a starting point for myself XXX

[Hidden in reply to Michdau1]

I can honestly say I’m extremely hard on myself sometime unrealistic goals or they just seem that way at the time I always feel like crap and with lack of motivation and feel like I don’t get enough sleep I just don’t know how to do it

[Michdau1 in reply to Hidden]

Try to hold on to the fact that you still want to make a change and have self awareness XXX you can do this. Write to us anytime XXX

[pink318]

Hello- Sorry to hear about your struggles. Please try to be gentle on yourself.

I pray that things will go well with you and you will completely overcome depression.

Please keep us posted. I hope you feel better soon. God bless.

[naturegirl100]

I feel the same way about myself. So I know it’s hard to not feel alone but, truth is you’re not. There are so many people out there going through everything you posted too. I also appreciate you sharing your thoughts because it made me realize I’m not the only person feeling like this either. Stay strong, we all are gonna get through this!