Seeking guidance on where to begin
I haven't felt happy for a long time. My sadness is constant, and I struggle to change my mood. Interacting with my family feels forced and unnatural. I've distanced myself from friends, leaving me completely isolated.
The only thing holding me back from ending it all are my children; I understand what it's like to lose a parent at a young age. Once sociable and engaged in life, I now dread even the thought of social interactions because I must pretend to be someone I no longer recognize.
Nothing interests me anymore. Every morning feels pointless, with the only comfort being that another day will soon end. It seems like I'm just waiting for this emptiness to pass.
Therapy hasn't provided any relief-it made things worse by making me angry and more helpless. Medication worked initially but had to be changed due to side effects, and the new one doesn't seem as effective.
Despite having a good job and no financial or health issues, I find myself struggling with depression, which mkes my situation even more distressing. I need help.
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holidays??
therapist sessionz for deep stuff??
new hobby or music or somethin new start?
take a chill berak, sometimes rest is key
read a new book or movie for inspiration?
journal to sort out thoughts?
join sports or go gym for happy vibes - swim or walk?
Thanks.
Planned trip next month but can't stand leaving home. Pathetic.
Just rest, work a bit, watch TV. Makes it worse though.
Overweight from years of meds. "F**k it" feeling strong.
Can't do anything, just want to hide in dark and be forgotten.
Hate myself for this.
Just be yourself. My dad watched a ton of TV but just showing up mattered. Family love is key.
You got it right. Being there counts. Standing by them now, especially tough times, means a lot.
I just wanted to say thank you for your nice response.
Not alone here. Nothing makes me happy. I'm just surviving.
I feel numb. Putting on a mask every day.
No friends, don't talk to family much. Struggling so hard.
Every day is awful.
My kids keep me going. Hope it won't last forever.
Find tiny joys each day if you can.
Thanks for reaching out and listening. Sorry to hear things are tough on your end too.
Sometimes, there's this glimmer of hope that it might get better, but most days, it just feels like the gloom goes on forever. It's so frustrating when even those tiny flickers of light disappear.
I really wish something would come along and make my day-to-day brighter, but I haven't found that little spark yet. Here's hoping you do though-because a bit of sunshine in your life would be amazing.
Thanks again for the support.
I completely empathize with what you're experiencing. I feel teh same way,and I suspect there are many others in the same situation.
It's important to recognize that you are not alone and that these feelings should not be a source of shame. Don't berate yourself for feeling this way.
For me, talking openly with family has been essential, even though it will likely take time before things improve. Whatever emotions you're going through, remember that they don't mean you're doing something wrong or are a bad person for feeling depressed. Reaching out for help is a positive step, and there are numerous people who understand and support you.
I wish you the best on your journey. Many of us are walking this same path
Thanks for sharing, anyway. I hear you, man. It's tough hearing that someone else is feeling it too.
I mean, all I really feel bad about is how I've let down my family-mainly my wife since she probably feels lke we're not the same team anymore compared to when we first got hitched, and then there are the kids, who look up to me but can sense that I'm just kinda failing them as a dad
I totally get where you're coming from, and it's not like your thoughts are out of the blue or anything-trsut me, everyone feels this way sometimes. In my own story, I've found that families tend to be more understanding than we give them credit for, and when everything finally settles down on the other side of all this mess, you'd be surprised how much stronger those relationships become.
Anyway, time really is the ultimate healer here-it just needs to run its course without rushing it. Just try not to stress yourself out too much over stuff you can't control right now. Like, don't worry about the big picture or what might happen down the line-focus on taking one small step at a time and give yourself some breathing room along the way.
And hey, be easy on yourself,okay? You're doing the best you can with what you've got, so just keep moving forward bit by bit. Take care of you first and foremost