depressed like everyday of my life

[depressedasf45]

i cant find myself happy for some reason im always sad crying or getting anxiety attacks that always gives me mental breakdowns. people call me crazy cause i tell all my pain to my dog maxxel. is there anyone out there willing to me with my depression

[optimuscoolbeans]

This is the place for you my friend. I am amazed at the strength you have shown to open up to this forum. You will receive the ears to hear your pain that you are looking for.

[Ragdoll15]

Hi nice to see that you have reached out to this site there is always someone hear to listen to you. It's not crazy talking to your dog. I've always spoken to my pets about my troubles at least they listened to me! I also suffer with bad depression and know just how hard things can be - take care

[naturegirl100]

Hi, I’m going through it to and am looking for a dog to help me out. So please don’t feel crazy, you’re not the only one! Whatever helps, helps. You’re the only one who will know what does and doesn’t.

[Sillysausage234]

Hi my dog is sick of hearing it too 🙂

[Hollick in reply to Sillysausage234]

Yeah, my dog hears it all..lol..but why not, they love us unconditionally, never be judged...its God spelled backwards..

[FindingTree]

I don’t like when I get the “your crazy” no I’m not you just don’t understand me. But just know I’m here just like everyone else in this community to listen to you with no judgment.

[Urchin_girl]

Your not crazy .. we are suffering from a disease and trying to cope .. welcome .. I just signed up too.. you will notice you are not alone .. not crazy .. learn from us .. grow with us .. talk with us .., baby steps as they say ...you will find what works for you through others..,,

[Kkimm]

Hi

I am so sorry for what you are going through. You are definitely not alone. I too have suffered depression and anxiety. You are doing the right thing talking to your dog because dogs are often really empathic and in some basic level seem to be able to tune in and understand.

I remember once in a room of other people and my whippet was there. I felt upset and without showing it suddenly was inwardly crying. I cannot remember why, I think it may have been something someone said that upset me. Anyway at the same moment I got upset my dog came over to me and lucked my face. He had definitely picked up somehow that I was upset and wanted to comfort me. None of the people including my husband and daughter who I am very close to realised I was upset but the dog did!!!! And he comforted me so much.

Do you get out of yourself a bit when you take your dog for a walk. They are so excited and happy when they think they are about to go. Their face says Come on we can have fun together that their enthusiasm can be contagious. If you go and do a run or a fast walk with them they love it and you so much. It can take you right out of yourself and the excercise really does start your own endorphins which can really lift your mood.

A dog is such a brilliant friend for someone who is depressed or anxious.

I so hope you feel better soon. Just remember, you are not alone, you have your DOG!

Kim

[Hollick]

Well spoken Kim, we have our dogs, its so true! cherish the time with them.

[Marisa04]

You came to the right place. We care here and your not crazy for talking to your dog. I suffer from depression and anxiety since 2012 and I take medication and have seen a counselor which has helped me tremendously. Also believing in a higher power, for me it is God has helped me. My family lives across the country and I live alone and it is hard so I understand. I will be praying for you. Sending love and healing.