Depression relief!

[shoppinghabit]

I'm experiencing depression for the first time in my life. It's been almost 8 months since I began feeling this way. I'm trying a new medication, seeing a therapist and looking at on line resources, ie chats and support groups. I'm so scared I'll never be well. I have been asking for advice. Some people say patience is the key. I'm running low on patience. Has anyone else felt this way?

[Roddysalt]

Do you know what caused you to feel depressed?

[shoppinghabit in reply to Roddysalt]

Yes, first it was a breast cancer diagnosis, then depression set in. I feel am losing the battle. I want to feel normal again, but am having trouble with this.

[paulij]

Oh yes yes I have felt that way and am feeling it right now. I am easily triggered if I’m feeling relatively calm, but one little thing can trigger a cascade of anxiety. I also see therapist and read, trying mindfulness, meditation. Most importantly to me, I am trying to accept these feelings and not try to push them away. I’ve heard the saying “you need to feel before you can heal”. That’s hard to do that, but since I have Xanax, I will resort to taking one of those. It sucks, definitely, but I doFeel there’s a light at the end of this tunnel. 👍

[Fishfish87]

You’re in the right place. Everybody around me thinks I’m the happiest guy on the planet. Got no advice but good luck