I need some advice

[Ceemulann]

Is it possible to be depressed but feel fine? Like I’ve currently been in my room, in the dark, skipping meals.. there are days where I don’t want to shower but I always force myself to shower. Like I feel numb .. I’m not happy or extremely sad ... I just feel numb. It’s so hard to explain. But I want to understand the feeling that I’m feeling inside so I know how to deal with it. I’m thinking it can’t be depression because I know how that felt and don’t feel like that rn but could it be? I’m not sure.

[Agora1]

Are you on any medication Ceemulann? Medication itself is twofold in helping you

but also can make you void of emotions and ambition. xx

[Ceemulann in reply to Agora1]

Hey, I’m not on any medication and I don’t plan to be on any 😭

[Agora1 in reply to Ceemulann]

Ceemulann, you've gotten some good advice from others. xx

[FearIsALiar]

I understand how you feel. I feel this way often too.

[Ceemulann in reply to FearIsALiar]

🥺 hope you feel better

[FearIsALiar in reply to Ceemulann]

Thanks you too

[Trying1268]

I understand how you are feeling. There are some days I forget to eat, or shower and I don't care. You know what, that is ok. It is ok not to be ok sometimes. So long as you don't let it take you over.

The important thing is that you are here sharing your feelings. Wanting to be better, even if you don't know how to get better.

You will get there, just like me, one day at a time.

Be well.

[Ceemulann in reply to Trying1268]

Thank you this really helped, today I woke up early, showered & cleaned my room .. I’m taking baby steps to make sure I don’t feel like this all the time ... I also want to stay out of my room because I’m always in my room😅

[Agora1 in reply to Ceemulann]

Ceemulann, good for you. As long as you start somewhere and proceed forward,

you are making progress. I'm proud of you xx

[Ceemulann in reply to Agora1]

Thank you x

[Ceemulann in reply to Trying1268]

Thank you x

[Ceemulann]

Thank you for this advice was planning to get a puppy they are so expensive tho, so I’m saving up for one .. hopefully I get a job soon

[TailWags in reply to Ceemulann]

Hi, i am sorry you hit a rough patch. I hope you are doing better. Remember pets are expensive to have due to vet bills, flea, tick, heartworm control, food, etc. You may want to consider volunteering for animal rescue orgs first. They need people to walk, train and foster animals. That way you can help and be with animals while you save up for your own. Plus you help the animals and the other people helping animals. Just a thought. Take care!

[Ceemulann in reply to TailWags]

Yes I know I researched into the type of breed I wanted to make sure I take good care of the pet; hence why I decided to only purchase a pet when I have a steady income and my own place .. I want to make sure my pet is well taken care of

[DENVAL]

Pray to God for healing and it will happen.It worked for me, and I have never felt so at peace.

[Ceemulann in reply to DENVAL]

Yes, thank you one of my goals this year is to get closer to God, pray and read my Bible everyday, thank you for the advice x

[Maggiedog123]

I don't understand people being so much against anti-depressants. It's an illness same as any other. The anti-depressants have given me a life. Depression affects everyone around you - we're not islands, and if I can take something that will give me a good quality of life, to be able to contribute in a good way to my family and friends, it just seems like a no-brainer!

[Ceemulann in reply to Maggiedog123]

Hey I understand, but some people I know that have taken it had not made them feel better; my auntie lost her life due to them so me personally I do not want something that would bring me trauma

[Artemis38]

Hi there,

There are many degrees of depression but it sounds like you are depressed. I would consult with a doctor or therapist if I were you. A therapist can help you sort through your feelings and emotions. They can help you cope and learn more about yourself.

[Ceemulann in reply to Artemis38]

Thank you