Depression. It's a silent killer.

[Blue255624]

Hi All, I'm new to lit and still finding my way around, I was very pleased to find this thread, hope it's not too late to join.

I've suffered from chronic depression for decades, so can relate to much of what is being shared here. I'm not feeling too bad at the moment so am always happy to give a word of support if anyone needs it.

 

[DeerTrace118]

I told my kid not to expect anything from me this year. All the money I get goes towards my living expenses. It’s difficult living on disability.
Keep going. Soon the sun will be back.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Morning. Been down with a bug for a couple days. Otherwise it’s one day at a time as usual.
Have the best day you can.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Hi All, I'm new to lit and still finding my way around, I was very pleased to find this thread, hope it's not too late to join.

I've suffered from chronic depression for decades, so can relate to much of what is being shared here. I'm not feeling too bad at the moment so am always happy to give a word of support if anyone needs it.

Welcome. There’s always room for one more.

 

[forgotmyantidepressants]

Hi All, I'm new to lit and still finding my way around, I was very pleased to find this thread, hope it's not too late to join.

I've suffered from chronic depression for decades, so can relate to much of what is being shared here. I'm not feeling too bad at the moment so am always happy to give a word of support if anyone needs it.

Welcome

 

[Bassytian]

About three hours ago, at the time I'm writing this, there was a tragic reminder of how difficult this time of the year can be.

I did not witness any of this myself, I merely heard it from someone who did. A man went into the bathroom at my workplace and slit both of his wrists. Though he was bleeding, he apparently did not cut them deeply enough to bleed out quickly, which is why he is still alive. He had staggered outside and collapsed before anyone realized what was going on, and told some coworkers what he had done, then passed out. My brave coworkers applied pressure to his wrists until the paramedics arrived and took him to the emergency room.

We may never know why he tried to do this, it may have nothing to do with the season for all we know, but the timing makes you wonder.

Take care of yourself and your loved ones this holiday season, that's all I can really say.

 

[Wetkitty09]

About three hours ago, at the time I'm writing this, there was a tragic reminder of how difficult this time of the year can be.

I did not witness any of this myself, I merely heard it from someone who did. A man went into the bathroom at my workplace and slit both of his wrists. Though he was bleeding, he apparently did not cut them deeply enough to bleed out quickly, which is why he is still alive. He had staggered outside and collapsed before anyone realized what was going on, and told some coworkers what he had done, then passed out. My brave coworkers applied pressure to his wrists until the paramedics arrived and took him to the emergency room.

We may never know why he tried to do this, it may have nothing to do with the season for all we know, but the timing makes you wonder.

Take care of yourself and your loved ones this holiday season, that's all I can really say.

Thanks Bass.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Morning. Bass’s news hits hard. Check in on your people. We all have one or two we know could be struggling. Just a quick call or text May make it worth getting through another day.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Bassytian]

Morning. Bass’s news hits hard. Check in on your people. We all have one or two we know could be struggling. Just a quick call or text May make it worth getting through another day.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

I couldn't have said it better. It can make more of a difference than you know.

I haven't heard anything else about that man, as I've been off since that day. I don't really expect to either, other than gossip that may or may not be true. He's constantly been on my mind since I heard about it, and I hope he is getting the help he needs.

 

[Wetkitty09]

The days are heading towards the shortest of the year. Follow your relief and don’t let the bastards get you down.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wetkitty09]

Nearly the solstice, the longest night of the year. Yule for those that celebrate it. It means the beginning of the return of the light.
Hang in there.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[forgotmyantidepressants]

I couldn't have said it better. It can make more of a difference than you know.

I haven't heard anything else about that man, as I've been off since that day. I don't really expect to either, other than gossip that may or may not be true. He's constantly been on my mind since I heard about it, and I hope he is getting the help he needs.

Me too. I'm glad your coworkers acted quickly.

 

[ericalauren]

Good morning, all! I'm doing my SAD lamp light therapy now. It's very dark outside today, so I'm hoping that the lamp helps my seasonal depression. Let's all have a wonderful day!

 

[Wetkitty09]

I hit the ground running this morning. I’m on my last day pet sitting. The snow has finally gotten here and all the “fun” that goes with it.
Have the best day you can.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Bassytian]

Me too. I'm glad your coworkers acted quickly.

Yeah, I'm proud of them!!

As I've suspected, I haven't heard anything about him, but no news is better than gossip or rumors. I hope he is doing better.

 

[LucianaGrace]

 

[Wetkitty09]

Happy solstice and merry Yule. The shortest day of the year and the longest night.
Don’t let the darkness keep you down. We’re here.

Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[forgotmyantidepressants]

Good morning.

Not gonna lie, having to go to work while everyone else in the house gets too sleep in really blows lol

 

[Wetkitty09]

Hello. I’ve been busy with setting things up for my place. Filling propane and water tanks. Dealing with the basics of life really keeps you grounded in the now.

I hope you have the best evening you can.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Wonderer67]

Nearly the solstice, the longest night of the year. Yule for those that celebrate it. It means the beginning of the return of the light.
Hang in there.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

I don’t celebrate it, but I felt my inner pagan come out a bit during the day.

Took a long walk in the woods. It’s amazing what being outside can do for me.

The days are gradually getting longer.

Tilt of The Earth

Everything leans - literally -
On the Twenty three and a half degree
Tilt of the earth
As we walk into the woods
Sunday, no hunting today
But I wear my orange hat anyway
Ya never know

The sun in our eyes
Barely scraping the horizon
Even tho it's only 3:30
Casting heavy dark shadows

Examining wind damage from Friday nite
One large dead ash down
Plotting out which trees to cut up next
For our firewood farm
Planning what’s next for our land in 2026

Looking south over the field
The crew-cutted corn
Stands blonde at first
Now orange with low sunlight

We walk the trails
I've painstakingly
Cut and hacked and slashed
But maintained

And on the way back
Along Coopalong Creek Tributary #4
We clear a jam from the culvert
And feel the warmth ceding

To the longest night of the year

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[Wetkitty09]

The longest nights are past. The light is returning.
Be safe out there.
Love you.

 

[Bassytian]

I have submitted a holiday story that will be a gift to everyone on this thread, the gift of humor. I don't know if it will be published on the 25th or not; that is up to Literotica. But I'll share the link as soon as it is live!!

 

[Wetkitty09]

I have submitted a holiday story that will be a gift to everyone on this thread, the gift of humor. I don't know if it will be published on the 25th or not; that is up to Literotica. But I'll share the link as soon as it is live!!

Looking forward to it. Thanks Bass.

 

[Wonderer67]

I have submitted a holiday story that will be a gift to everyone on this thread, the gift of humor. I don't know if it will be published on the 25th or not; that is up to Literotica. But I'll share the link as soon as it is live!!

Look forward to it!

 

[Wetkitty09]

Christmas Eve. Only one more day until the holidays are over.
It’s snowing here in my area of the PNW.
I don’t include new years in my holidays to avoid list. For me it’s a time of new beginnings.
I hope you have the best day you can.
Be safe out there.
Love you.