Please give me support

[tryinghard4life]

I have chronic depression and have struggled for years. I have been on so many medications that stop working after awhile. I hate having to wait to see if it works and then switch due to side effects or to it not working. It is so hard to not just give up and spend the rest of the day in bed all day every day. How do you all keep going when you feel like the world is closing in and getting out of bed and doing anything is such a struggle? How do you keep trying yet another medication after years of trials?

[FriendlyDude]

That’s a great question. I haven’t ever taken any medications for depression, but it’s still hard nonetheless. I choose to think that every single day is an opportunity to grow. No matter where I’ve been, how I’m feeling or how long it has lasted; today is today. Although the life ahead of me may seem daunting, I can make it through today. If it feels otherwise, I can make it through the next hour, or minute, second; whatever interval of time is needed

Today I can take one step forward, and each tomorrow I’ll do my best to take another Life is a journey of progression and growth. Even when life seems to be closing in on me, I know that it won’t last forever, and I will feel happy again.

Having people you love in your life is a great reason to get out of bed each day. And helping others is great for that too! There are tons of reasons to keep on trying, and never give up.

I believe in you and we are all here for you. I hope things get better for you

[Redfinch in reply to FriendlyDude]

Your words are so positive and so very needed!

[Hidden]

Hi and welcome to a supportive community! My answer to this would be hope. The hope that the next medication will be the one that works.My therapist told me to give myself a pat on the back for every little thing I accomplish. Once you do that for long enough, it will become habit and you will start enjoying those pats that you give yourself. I hope this helps!

🙂

[oldtimer159]

I've gone through stuff like that when everything stops working eventually. You keep trying because there is nothing better to so than that. Even though it hurts, its much better than wallowing in your pain. Trust me.

[Downandout123 in reply to oldtimer159]

I agree. I,'ve been on several different anti-depressants in the last few months. Nothing is helping. It could just be the extra stress of what I'm going through now. I have both anxiety and depression. Sometimes ( most of the time), I have anxiety with there being no need to. I think I'd pick depression over anxiety any day of the week. -Just the way my body and mind are so TENSE all the time. It's a horrible way to go through your life.☹ Breathing exercises, meditation, nothing works.

[jessicjames]

Depression is the most trending topic these days. Anxiety and depression are life-threatening. Due to the Covid-19 situation, things are worse now. I'm sorry honey, but no medication can help you as much as you can help yourself. I took a lot of medicines for my anxiety and depression but they worked to a limit. I will recommend you to work on yourself. Live every moment. Live for yourself. I used to do things which I liked the most. I was a person with a lot of hate towards life. But with time I realized no one will help me but only I can. Keep coming here and keep on seeking help. There is nothing bad in asking for help. I was alone but forums like this have helped me a lot. People here are like a family and they would really support and lift up each other. mangoclinic.com/top-30-fant... These are some amazing blogs that can help you with your anxiety and depression. Grab the peace and clear your vision for the future. Meditate as much as you can. Good Luck!

[lillyofthevalley37]

My best advice is to have a cup of real coffee for breakfast - my favourite is Columbian - also a glass of orange juice Both of these will give you a dopamine boost

Then go for a walk for your shopping and get your exercise at the same time

I must add that for me it is dopamine that gives me a lift but then I don't have anxiety - if you have anxiety make sure you have salt and if you aren't on medication GABA is very good for anxiety

It seems we need either dopamine to give us a lift or serotonin to calm us down but GPs go to default is to prescribe ssri antidepressants yet never test dopamine or serotonin levels

[newmercies]

Hi there, Im sorry you are struggling. I struggle with depression too and know how it be hard to get out of bed and find enjoyment in life. Try to take things in small steps. What is something you’ve enjoyed doing before? Incorporate that in your morning, it may help you look forward to that part of the day. Please surround yourself with people. I know what its like to want to be alone but we need people. Be honest about how you’re feeling. Also I highly recommend therapy if you are not seeing a therapist.

I hope this is helpful. I know its hard. You are not alone ❤️

[Cariss]

I've struggled all my life as well. I live alone and with all to he isolation with covid is really taking me down. Very lonely. I know it's hard when ur down but have u tried exercise. Sometimes just a walk helps. I gave up on medication other than for anxiety and panic attacks.

[Hidden]

Hello. You bring up some tough questions that I ask myself too. It seems so hard for me to take action a lot of time. I was telling myself to be more active today so I can sleep better tonight, I didn't get too far with that. I try to do what I call my "Gone With the Wind" thing and think Tomorrow is another day if I had a really unproductive day, then tomorrow comes and it's not much better than yesterday. There's the saying that "this too shall pass", but I've had too many days, months, even years that seem like gray, black and white days where I'm saying to myself when will things get any better? I'm telling myself lately that I need to take some type of risk, make some kind of change because nothing is going to change unless I do. So these are all the thoughts I'm having, and maybe I shouldn't have responded to this post at all because I really do want to say something encouraging to you and I'm feeling so stuck myself. You're not alone in all the thoughts you're having, and I believe you will find your way.❤️

[Alladin]

While meds work, our attitude might sometimes influence its effect on our body. I believe that if you have a more positive or brighter outlook in life, the meds might be more effective. If you are not bedridden, you can walk around and do things, appreciate that as a great blessing because many people cannot do that. If you have means to get breakfast or decent food several times a day, that is something to be thankful for. Taking a leisurely walk, breathing fresh air, can clear your mind. It will start pumping good hormones throughout your body instead of just staying in bed. When you develop a positive attitude, good things can happen. I am not saying that pain, depression and anxiety will magically disappear but they will be lessened and the effects can be toned down.

[cbgrace1980]

I am so sorry to hear about your long struggle. It took my doctors years to figure out the correct balance of what I needed. Have you ever talked with a counselor? I think doing that has helped me tremendously. I still have days where I feel sad, or overwhelmed, but I've learned that I can't do this on my own and have a few close people that I can turn to when I need a little extra love. Your life wasn't meant to be lived depressed; there is help for you! I will pray that you feel better soon.