Depression. It's a silent killer.

[Wonderer67]

Hi all how's everyone

Hangin in there. HBU?

 

[Norfolkguy49]

Ok today x

 

[Noor]

I was working from home today, but I did go out for about a 40 minutes at lunchtime. It does help.

I am in a bad SAD funk. I really hate these early evenings.

Last nite, I had a bad ptsd dream. I know what to do to come down from them, and I walked it off in our basement for abt an hour. Luckily, I was able to go back to sleep and I did have another dream, but at least it was a good sex dream!

Today sucked balls but I’ll take it one day at a time. The next few weeks will be difficult

It’s good that you got out. I’m stuck away from home with two post stroke family members. If a sound wakes me up, I can’t go back to sleep until I’m sure they are settled.
Late at night can be the worse time for grief, obsessing about abuse and being let down.
I’m glad you were able to go back to sleep.

 

[Wetkitty09]

This time of year sees us, as always, doing the best we can with what’s available to us. And that’s a good thing.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Beholders_Eye]

 

[Mike198042]

This week had been extra hard for me. The intrusive thoughts seem to be stronger lately. It is weird to look around and can't see any reason to feel like I do, but here I am, not wanting to go on anymore.

 

[Bassytian]

The seasonal depression crap hit me today, and made me think about my past. It’s kind of funny, how my past makes me sad but my present doesn’t. I’m not saying my life is effing great, but I’m in a much better place than I was even earlier this year. Realizing this helps, a lot. I can’t change the past, it’s over and done with. So, why obsess over it?

This week had been extra hard for me. The intrusive thoughts seem to be stronger lately. It is weird to look around and can't see any reason to feel like I do, but here I am, not wanting to go on anymore.

I’ve been there, just a few months ago. I know how it feels to not want to keep going, to give up. I won’t shove the “keep fighting” mantra down your throat, but feel free to reach out to any of us if you feel the need. Sometimes, a listening ear, or reading eye, can help.

 

[NudieUser]

So true that this is a silent killer. I’ve actually lost a family member and a friend to depression (suicide) so remeber everyone is going through something you have no idea about. So be nice and thoughtful and respectful and check in on your loved ones!

 

[Noor]

You are enough
The world is a better place with you in it.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Please reach out. Nearly everyone here has been on the cusp of just not being in this life anymore. If you’re not here there’s no chance of things getting better. It’s a trite saying but it applies.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Norfolkguy49]

You are enough
The world is a better place with you in it.

I'm always this time of the year ready to watch "it's a wonderful life " It one of the films that make me sob like a baby at the end. I also wonder if it was me would anyone miss me

 

[Wonderer67]

I'm always this time of the year ready to watch "it's a wonderful life " It one of the films that make me sob like a baby at the end. I also wonder if it was me would anyone miss me

We’d miss ya Norfolk guy.

We got ur back.

 

[Lost_duckling]

I’ve never seen this thread here before. I’m glad it’s here. I’m happy for this community. Connecting is so important when you’re depressed. Thanks for the kindness I’ve seen here.

 

[Wonderer67]

Being active and outside is the best thing for my mental health. I was in foul humor Friday night, having been forced to work for my day job well into the weekend. (Fuckers who can’t plan…)

I really do not like these short days where I have to wrap up my day at the farm by 430.

But I was outside nearly all weekend and I got a good bit done today and that helped me.

I hope you all have a good week.

 

[Ssbbw4u1974]

The realization that it's only me and my son this year for the holidays is a blessing, but I'm missing family that have passed away like my son's dad 4½ years ago..
And since I lost his dad, extended family have distanced from us...

But, I'm grateful..

 

[Wetkitty09]

My plan for the holiday is to be in a quiet place with my dog and cats. Relaxing and snuggling with no stress. It’s self care for me to avoid the anxiety that comes from being in a large group. I love the people in my life but I can only be with a few at a time.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[asian2015]

Sending this a little earlier - Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate it!

 

[Wetkitty09]

Spending the day helping a friend. I’m glad she called me to help.

Have the best day you can.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Mike198042]

Today has been much better. It is good knowing other people are out there cheering for you. This world is a better place with all of you in it. If anyone needs to talk, please send me a message. I am always available to listen.

 

[LucianaGrace]

 

[Beholders_Eye]

Some truth...

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[forgotmyantidepressants]

Be kind to yourselves seasonal depression sucks, whether it be a lack of sunlight, or a rough holiday season. And IMHO, it's better to be alone than to be with people who drain/ hurt you.

 

[Bassytian]

Yesterday, I was the most depressed I had been in months. I was frightened that I had relapsed, that my meds had stopped working (which I'm still not 100% sure hasn't happened).

I feel better today, though. I almost called out of work, but I thought being in a hectic work environment would distract me more than staying at home to mope; it turns out I made the right decision.

 

[ericalauren]

How is everyone doing today? My seasonal depression is acting up tonight. My parrot broke my SAD lamp, so I had to order a new one. I was able to do some light therapy this morning, though. It wasn't enough to help my depression, alas.

 

[Ssbbw4u1974]

I'm definitely not the happiest I've been... Not the worst.
See, I lost my husband 4½ years ago.. For the next 3 years, I was in a daze and fog... And I did the holidays like he was here... Full of all the trimmings..

But this year, it's just myself and my 19yr old son.. And he doesn't want to " waste money on Thanksgiving".. but he wants a nice Xmas ..
It's fine, but it feels even more empty..