not doing too hot. anyone else?

[JustCuriousxxx]

depressive episode. I struggle with them a lot, especially at night. If anyone wants to chat, I’m here

[GreenSpice17]

I can understand depression hitting hardest at night when it’s dark and quiet. It’s like when the days over, and the dust settles, depression is all that’s there. There are no distractions. And it’s just a sinking feeling that is hard to pull out of. I hope you are able to find something relaxing and comforting to ease you through these hard nights. Sometimes I have to watch something lighthearted and distract myself from thoughts of despair, until I get too tired to keep my eyes open. It’s not the best option, but it’s something 🖤

[Dolphin14]

JustCurious

Welcome to the community.

I went through some tough nights for years. It was so good to have someone here to talk to.

I hope you find this site helpful

🐬

[Starrlight]

I find it easy to slip into anxiety and depression so I have many tools I use. My fav right now are my walks. I’ll walk 1-5 times a day. Do you have some things that help you get through?

[JustCuriousxxx in reply to Starrlight]

Not really. I struggle a lot because of trauma and so the best I can find most days is just crying until I’m done. I’ll try walks though!

[Starrlight in reply to JustCuriousxxx]

I have PTSD too. So sorry you cry as it can feel lonely but it’s also a good release. Yeah walks clear my mind and reset me.

[Catsuit53]

I know what you mean. I watch movies to distract myself.

[Jmenright12]

I struggle with depression at night, now. I'm living in a mental health rehabilitation clinic so I have to go to bed early, which makes me sad. It's like what GreenSpice17 said: the day is over, the dust settles, and depression is all that's there with no distractions. And after all of that I have to wake up early and start the day all over again. I can relate to your nighttime depression, JustCuriousxxx.