I’m new here!
I’ve always struggled with depression... - Anxiety and Depre...
I’ve always struggled with depression and anxiety. Living alone doesn’t help and now being off work and the stay home order doesn’t help.
Hi peterc66, you're right in that living alone doesn't help as well as having the
stay home order because Anxiety/Depression is deep within us. It doesn't matter
if we are in a crowded room of people, we can still feel very alone.
I'd like to Welcome you in taking your first step in knowing you are not alone
in the way you feel. This support forum is made up of men and women of all ages
who suffer the same emotions. We're here to help each other through, step by step.
We've become a virtual family of support and friendship.
I'm glad you are here with us peter. As we take each other's hand, we will offer each
other support and understanding. xx
Hi Agora1, thanks for the reply. I’m not used to doing something like this, but my counselor has been wanting me to try a online support group, especially since I don’t have anyone to go outside of counseling. So I’m giving this a try.
peter, I think you will be pleasantly surprised in how much the right on line forum
can help. As "borderriever" said, helping others has a way in helping ourselves as well.
We can learn from each other's experiences. You have nothing to lose but everything
to gain by giving this a try. xx
agora, what is right on line forum? I’ll share what I can with what I have going on, but hesitant since I don’t know anyone on here. I’m still nervous about this but said I would try.
Sorry peter, I meant that this forum is safe and anonymous. It's okay to talk about
your issues. We are non judgmental and caring.
Hello Peterc
Welcome to this sight, I hope you will contribute and also help others here at this stressful time.
Have you considered Hobbies or Diversions that may lift your mood and expectations as we travel through this strange time
We have a dog and He keeps us busy and interrupts our concerns
BOB
Thanks! I’m nervous with using this and not knowing anyone. It will take me awhile but I hope to explore this site more.
When you feel comfortable enough to share your issues, you can come on.
Meanwhile, you might want to respond to some posts that will allow you
to see how we interact with each other.
Peter
have a look on the rhs of this page under topics etc, that will give you some ideas of this site, also its content
Look at previous contributions and answers that will give you some idea how the site operates
BOB
It's ok to be nervous. You can share anything you want to or just read through posts - reply if you wish .
Only write what you want to.
x
welcome aboard peter sorry to hear about your job situation as well I would imagine many other users are in a similar situation so hopefully you will be able to connect with users going through the same.
Thanks! We closed early Wednesday before last with possibly opening yesterday. Now we’re on furlough and may open April 8. Living alone doesn’t help either.
Welcome Peter! So glad you are here. It’s a great place to be.