depression and making decisions

[Spirit-90]

I’m really struggling with my depression at the moment. I’m signed off work and trying to reach out for support from where ever I can get it. Mostly it’s just a waiting game though. Anyone have any tips on ways to pass the time/keep safe until support actually comes?

[Kathy0797]

It’s a waiting game. You know there’s light at the end of the tunnel, and you will come out of the dark tunnel eventually. In mean time, be kind to yourself: do what you love doing; eat your favourite foods; watch your favourite programmes. Set yourself a mini challenge everyday. E.g. have shower, walk round the block, talk to a friend for 10 mins….

[Caautssye64 in reply to Kathy0797]

I too am struggling big time. I've been put on Citalopram 40mg and waiting for help. Every where I go it's your on a waiting list. I need the help now not in 3months time. I know what your going through.

[Spirit-90 in reply to Caautssye64]

I got put on escitalopram and had to be taken off the dark thoughts were twice as bad. I get what your saying it’s really hard.

[Spirit-90 in reply to Kathy0797]

The light seems very hard to find this time. Everything I’m trying just helps for the moment. I will try setting myself mini challenges though, I like that idea. Also someone else said to me about setting a small easy check list, just so you can tick things off to feel accomplished. Thank you for your help.

[Bailey13]

Hi, sorry to hear your struggling I am going through the same at the moment. Did a phone assessment 3 months ago and now been told they can’t help and given me other numbers to try . It’s very hard . Take care x

[Spirit-90 in reply to Bailey13]

That’s my biggest worry I have a phone assessment next week and I’m worried they are just going to pass me off to something else, rather than helping me. Thanks for commenting.

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Whatever turns you on, try reading, going for a walk also writing things down so you do not forget anything. I use a calendarIf you have any hobbies that can also help. I used to go fishing, dancing , you know what you enjoy

Consider joining various clubs or organisations where you can meet people similar to yourself

[Spirit-90 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you. I’m trying that by reaching out. It’s the anxiety of it all sometimes which make it harder.