Who knew support felt so good?

Just knowing you all are in the world helps me feel less alone. Do you know what I mean?

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Yes, being on here has helped me a lot

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I’m glad you have found it helpful too.

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Being able to share my feelings of isolation and depression with others who understand has made things bearable. I am still in a dark place but venting/talking these feelings out makes a difference.

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My life is still the exact same but I feel more hopeful you know?

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Exactly

[9Aurelius]

Yes, I was thinking of writing something just like This earlier but did not follow through.

[Hidden in reply to 9Aurelius]

Great minds think alike 🤗

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Yea, me too!

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We’re multiplying like Gremlins 😜...do you remember that movie?

[9Aurelius in reply to Hidden]

Mogwai! What ever you don't don't get them wet!

[Hidden in reply to 9Aurelius]

You remember!!! I’m a college professor and referenced that in class last week and all my students looked at me like I was crazy 😂

[9Aurelius in reply to Hidden]

Yes, lol I guess that was before there time. That was out back in the 80s I think.

[Hidden in reply to 9Aurelius]

I told them it’s a classic and they need to educate themselves 😜

[9Aurelius in reply to Hidden]

I wonder if it's on Amazon that would be fun to watch again! Maybe lol

[Hidden in reply to 9Aurelius]

Right?? I haven’t seen it in years but I remember it sooo clearly!!

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Yep! I'm surprised I can use a microwave today.

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

That really did make me laugh out loud 😂😂

[Sillysausage234 in reply to Hidden]

😆

[Fireking1]

I can talk the hind legs off a gremlin...but talk about how I feel?.Its a new one on me!🤩

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Even recognizing my feelings was a total mystery to me too! I was so stuck in being fake and positive. Now communicating those feelings🤷🏻‍♀️...Not hiding my real fears and intense emotions on here is helping me learn

[Fireking1 in reply to Hidden]

That's totally what I need to do,learn to Express honestly.When I'm acting I can talk unhindered,face to face with truth I stammer like a female Hugh Grant!

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I know especially when I feel I’m letting someone down or boldly asking for what I want. My heart beats so fast

[Fireking1 in reply to Hidden]

I'm pretty direct at asking for things,I'm a bossy britches but real things that count like help....eek!🙄

[Hidden in reply to Fireking1]

Yeah I’m really assertive too but I rarely show soft vulnerability and reveal I’m struggling. That why I love the anonymity of this place so much. I can just be me

[Fireking1 in reply to Hidden]

I'm hoping it will help me when I do get one to one counselling.Try to give me the confidence to open up to a stranger when I'm referred. But now I've found forum,I'll stick with it to just appreciate it's fine to be what we are.

[Hidden in reply to Fireking1]

I tried 2 therapists before I found the right one. I used to lie in therapy to show how perfect I was. Makes no sense I know but finally I found EMDR and a truly skilled therapist. Changed my life

[Fireking1 in reply to Hidden]

That's encouraging to hear.I tried a therapist once,he upped and left to move to London just as I was starting to trust him...didn't help my abandonment issues!

[Hidden in reply to Fireking1]

I like to say therapists are like shoes. Sometimes they don’t fit. You’ll find your fit and when you do, you’ll know

[Fireking1 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks,I'm hoping it works for me as I've struggled.

[Hidden in reply to Fireking1]

I rethought my last post and I don’t want to discourage you or want to make my therapy experience similar to yours. If you want to know more you can PM me 😊

[Fireking1 in reply to Hidden]

No,that's fine lovely.Im thinking of finding one as I need to do this,I'm sick and tired of being sick and tired as the old aa adage goes.The dr has discouraged me a little,that's all.

[Hidden in reply to Fireking1]

Phew that’s a relief. I would never want to discourage anyone from therapy. Glad you’re working on it 😊

[Shihtzu7]

Just knowing there are this group that I can talk to give me great comfort as that’s all I have. I completely understand. Hope it gives you that same comfort

[Shihtzu7]

Yes...it gives me comfort to know I’m not alone and to know how much others her understand

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I am learning that just listening is enough. I appreciate advice but just sharing helps the most

[Shihtzu7 in reply to Hidden]

Yes...just sharing helps as I have no one but my husband and therapist. It helps to share

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It takes courage to share 💛

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Ty

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I love looking at the pic of your dog whenever I see your reply😊

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Thank you, that’s Maggie. Her and I are super connected. She’s obsessed with me. Or vice versa. My friend says “ she’s not your baby”... well I gave her the finger and said “ SHE IS MY BABY”jokingly, but I kinda meant it. Maggie licks my face if I cry, lays with me even if I am having bad thoughts like she just knows. Follows me all over the house. Watches me when I’m outside with her to make sure I’m staying out. My little angel dog.

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

So magical. I had my 2 furry angels Scooby and Daphne. Had them 15 years. I always think they were sent to me to help me through my darkest loneliness. They passed a couple of years ago, I believe they hung on to be with me until they knew I could be ok. I miss them everyday. I think that’s why I love seeing the little face of yours. Makes me smile. She is your baby!! 💛

[MrZee]

Yes. Ditto, my friend. ❤️

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I like recognizing your names 😊

[MrZee in reply to Hidden]

nc007,

Thank you for that. Yes, I’m reaping the benefits of recognizing the names here and how we give and receive good empathetic support.

-MZ❤️

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Glad you’re here 😊

[pink83737]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

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I agree. I've been here for years and no on else understands me like you guys. Love you.

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💛

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Thank you also to you. I felt better about myself.

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This is the best I’ve felt in a long time. Like I can let down my guard and just be myself 😊

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Yes, you can. I know you are stronger now that you have found a very good support system.

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I do smile to myself during the day because I know you all are out there and just a post away 😊

[CNDmoonchild]

Likewise !

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My weeks can be up and down emotionally. This week I’m absolutely more up than down 😊

[CNDmoonchild]

I know what you mean. I miss the days where I was the complete opposite. Where not a thing could bring me down. Sometimes I feel I just wore myself out for others and left nothing for me. But I stay motivated because if at one time I was like that....then I can be that again. Just fighting the darkness to find the light. And I know it is there.

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It can feel so hard to remember that some days but then others, I can feel that joy. I think now when I feel that deep sense of worry or sadness, coming here and reading posts reminds me I’m not alone in my emotions of living with depression and anxiety. That reminder has boosted me💛

[Mrspjsmom]

Definitely! I feel the same way. This is a safe place for me. HUGS and BLESSINGS to all.

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I love reading your posts. You’re always so positive 😊

[Mrspjsmom in reply to Hidden]

Thank you. I try my best to be kind and encouraging. Working on treating myself that way.😊

[jadenbeau]

Bless you, glad your feeling like your not on your own. Sending hugs xxx there's always some one to chat to on here x

And I think it gives a lot back knowing that something you might say or just a quick comment can mean the world to someone and can help them no matter how big or small xx

I love it on here x

Always nice comments no negative comments always support, I can't even remember how I found it I think I only joined a week ago not sure lol (memory is shocking on benzos)

But best site I've found so far x

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I completely agree!! People have been so encouraging and open. It feels good to be myself with people who understand living and managing depression and anxiety.

[jadenbeau in reply to Hidden]

Yeah it's hard it people aroi d you don't get it

I think you have to experience it to truly understand how bloody bizarre it

My dad doesn't get it he's never suffered with mh

He doesn't know how lucky he is. I just want the most some thing and that is to wake up her some breakfast have a shower go to work. Chat to a few people chill at breakfast.

The most normal thing to someone who doesn't have anxiety or depression

The thought of getting up overwhelming, shower OMG, can't eat panicking about something stupid

Crazy ass brain

[Hidden in reply to jadenbeau]

Not stupid at all!💛...it’s moment by moment and choice by choice for me to keep doing even simple things. Some days are better than others

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I like your positive attitude. We need more of that.

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Thank you I try. It’s been easy on here with such supportive people with such useful posts🤗💛