Hope #1

[venusofthenorth]

I got a job at McDonald's four weeks ago. Since then I feel better after having been severely suicidal for the past six months. Given the opportunity to sustain myself, responsibly manage my economy and save up for a driver's license I feel better though I'm still thoroughly depressed. I can imagine myself remaining alive for the rest of my life given an opportunity to pay for it. I wanted to share this in order to lend hope to those still struggling to remain alive. Something will change at some point and all of sudden you'll be dealt with a new set of cards different from those you play with now. Hold on, if you're going through Hell, keep going.

[Sillysausage234]

Thanks for posting this it give me a smile.... good luck getting your driver’s license

[Agora1]

That's a "Big Thank You" for your positive input.

You may have just helped another person(s) who would have

stayed stuck.

I'm happy for you. Stay well. xx

[Hidden]

I think having a job is so essential for good mental health. The pride in workmanship and taking care of yourself, structure to your day and simply taking away the possibility of being homeless , are all benefits of working. Good for you!

[courageovercomfort]

Thank you. I need the hope 💟

[MrZee]

Thank you for such a positive post. You’re not alone when it comes to mental health struggles. We here have our good moments, our bad moments, and in-between.

For me I just have to take each day as it comes. Sure, it’s easy for me to worry if something bad is going to happen. Or feel guilt in the past.

Yet what helps to center me is I have to tell myself, ‘Okay, what’s happening now and in the moment?’ That helps to shut off the past and future woes.

Good luck getting your license. I’m sure it will be soon. And thanks again for being so encouraging. That helps me too.

Best,

-MZ ❤️

[Rlich]

This post is so good. From the heart. Everyone ; one foot in front of the other !

[Hidden]

You so right, good job!