Please lift me up

[Dreamie]

Depression has got it’s claws in pretty deep right now. I’m feeling useless, hopeless and at the moment numb. But just an hour ago I woke and the awful feelings threatened to overtake me. They are right here just under the surface. In all honesty I am not taking good care of myself. I know! I know! I’ve told many people here about the importance of taking care. I have a tremendous amount of shame for so many things that I know better but still don’t do better. What I’m asking for right now is a little love and encouragement from the beautiful and positive people right here...who understand. 💗

[Hidden]

Not only do I hear you also understand...sometimes if we force ourselves...I know a challenge....we end up feeling a bit better...What do you like to do or brings you pleasure?

Dump trucks of love, peace, light, joy and hugs for you?

[Dreamie in reply to Hidden]

Thank you thank you for your quick reply. I like nature. Taking walks by the river or in the woods. Lately though i stay pent up. Small things seem monumental. 💗

[Hidden in reply to Dreamie]

Oh I get it....yet remember how special you are and it's so worth the fight.... How about music or lighting a good smelling candle....putting on some perfume, pamper yourself... and make sure you are gentle to yourself....try feeding in some positive thoughts and go to your happy place...if you can't get out in nature...close your eyes and do it in your mind...

I'm here for you and wishing this passes for you soon!

Dump trucks of love, peace, light, joy and groovy hugs!!!

[Dreamie]

💗💗💗Today I CAN do that! The music, candle and perfume!

[Hidden in reply to Dreamie]

That's great...sure hope you find some happy while doing it! Enjoy!

Dump trucks of love, peace, light, joy and groovy hugs!!!

youtube.com/watch?v=ZbZSe6N...(Not working as expected?)

[NeuronerdDoaty]

My heart is there with you. My hand is out for you. My soul is alongside of yours. My strength is yours. May you walk in peace soon💛

Doaty

[Dreamie in reply to NeuronerdDoaty]

Thank you Doaty! Btw what an adorable child in your photo! 💗

[1973m]

Hi dreamie, don’t worry about not taking care of yourself.. this is a phase and it will pass , then you’ll begin to take care again. The good thing is you recognise what’s happening.

You are not useless at all .. you are enduring a lot and that takes great strength even when you’re not feeling very strong. You will get through this , you will come out the other side .

[Dreamie in reply to 1973m]

With the encouragement and assurance of friends I’ve made here like you I will come out on the other side as you say. 💗. Thank you my friend.

[CaliBama]

I understand. I’ve lived in self loathing most of my adult life. I don’t do well taking care of myself most of the time. But know this: you and I are worthy of love. Infinitely worthy, even when you don’t love yourself or feel loved. Breathe. You are greater than the depression and those feelings don’t define you. What defines you is that you are a brilliant creature, complex and thoroughly amazing. The depression doesn’t get to define you because it didn’t create you. These feelings may be there just under the surface. Maybe they are painting the surface too, but it isn’t the truth about who you are.

[Dreamie in reply to CaliBama]

Soothing words for my soul. Trying to let them wash over me. 💗

[CaliBama]

There is one truth that will never change no matter what is screaming to your soul and your mind. You are loved. You may not feel it (I rarely do), but it is the truth nonetheless. You are loved and so worthy of that love. And nothing can disqualify you from that truth.

[1973m]

Hi Dreamie, how are you doing today? X

[Dreamie in reply to 1973m]

Hi 1973m! Thank you for checking in. I feel stronger today. I did have a doozy of a bad day the other day. I honestly believe that part of what has helped me to feel stronger and better is the support and encouragement of this community of which YOU are a big part of for me. ❤️. Still dealing with issues that are very uncomfortable and hard but at least for now I am not falling apart.

[1973m in reply to Dreamie]

Good , you keep strong! We will get through it .. up and down days included. I m just out for a walk ending the weather. Little things to make us smile are what is important. Have a good day . I’m always about.

[1973m]

Enjoying not ending 🙄

[RubbinBrows]

Hi. Try helping and caring for other people first. Take the focus off of your feelings and help someone that needs you. I think people get depressed because of a lack of purpose or vision for their lives. Join a group or club. Volunteer, bake something for your neighbor. Help the elderly. Smile, appreciate your life and how you have beat almost impossible odds being born in the first place. You are a miracle. Share that miracle with others. Anything you can do on you free time to improve other's lives will absolutely improve you mood and sense of well being. It will help you find your place. GUARANTEED or you depression back! Good luck and God bless!

[Dreamie in reply to RubbinBrows]

Thank you and I so agree with you! I love helping others and it lifts me up as much as them. It’s often having too much “wasted” time on my hands that leads to despair. Yet it’s a catch 22 when I am depressed that I have a very hard time doing anything. It’s not insurmountable but HARD. I go back to work at school August 19 and that will hopefully help a lot. The more time I am productive the less I feel so terrible and ironically the more I am able to be helpful to others. Thank you for the wise words! 💗

[1973m]

Hi dreamie, me again.. just checking in to see how you’re doing?

Over here in the uk where I am we are currently be battered by very high winds and I’m camping!!! Just to get away from the home situation lol

Hope you’re ok .