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- Fri Oct 25, 2019 9:52 pm
- Forum: Living with Depression and other Related Health Concerns
- Topic: Living with a partner who doesn't understand mental illness
- Replies: 5
- Views: 6286
Re: Living with a partner who doesn't understand mental illness
Hi AlexisLex, I can appreciate where you are coming from. I have heard a number of people say something similar in that, “it feels like [they] are trying to fix me”. Perhaps there is another way to see it, such as: we try to "fix" the depression by working on ourselves . Men and women diff...
- Thu Oct 24, 2019 7:39 am
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: new on here-looking for peer advice
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3917
Re: new on here-looking for peer advice
Hi Chelsea, Yes, I strongly believe in the "redirection approach". I was always trying out different things to overcome depression. However, most approaches I tried were within the mainstream thinking and rationale: psychotherapy, medication, listening to motivation speakers or "life ...
- Thu Oct 24, 2019 6:28 am
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: Not sure
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3700
Re: Not sure
That is a very good description of how it feels. I know it feels like there is no way out, but you will find a way. I’m very confident and hopeful that pretty much anyone can get through depression. The reason being is because I was there—for over ten years! During that time, I literally thought I w...
- Wed Oct 23, 2019 9:16 pm
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: Not sure
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3700
Re: Not sure
Hi Bucky,
Welcome to the forums.
There are many friendly and loving people on here that I'm sure will be more than happy to talk to you.
It is a loving and helpful community here.
Welcome to the forums.
There are many friendly and loving people on here that I'm sure will be more than happy to talk to you.
It is a loving and helpful community here.
- Wed Oct 23, 2019 9:10 pm
- Forum: Living with Depression and other Related Health Concerns
- Topic: Promises you make to yourself
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5314
Re: Promises you make to yourself
Thank you for sharing these thoughts, Welby. “Mental illness is like that though, it’s a perfectly tailored suit of misery and despair”. I like this sentence. It’s very accurate, too. I think simplification is the way to go rather than OVER-analyzing things. It sounds like you are on the right track...
- Wed Oct 23, 2019 10:03 am
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: new on here-looking for peer advice
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3917
Re: new on here-looking for peer advice
Hi Chelsea, Welcome. It’s great to have you here. I’ll share some of the things that I find useful. Motivation is a huge issue with depression. However, depression does affect everyone differently. I had severe depression. However, I was fortunate to not be one of those people who couldn’t get out o...
- Tue Oct 22, 2019 5:47 am
- Forum: Your Story
- Topic: What IS Helpful? What Does Helpful Mean To You?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3289
Re: What IS Helpful? What Does Helpful Mean To You?
Hi Welby, I lived with clinical depression for over ten years. But signs of depression began in my teens, which was left unattended and evolved into fully blown depression later in life. The "knowledge" is more to do with just been able to think more clearly and rationally than I did when ...
- Mon Oct 21, 2019 6:17 pm
- Forum: Expressions
- Topic: Can u be depressed...when nothing is wrong?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 9691
Re: Can u be depressed...when nothing is wrong?
It would be worthwhile getting a proper diagnosis by a health professional and then investigate the possible causes of why you are feeling this way. If you are feeling this way, then something IS wrong. Depression is complex—it isn’t triggered only by stressful life events or painful experiences. Me...
- Mon Oct 21, 2019 7:57 am
- Forum: Expressions
- Topic: Trying to hold on.
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2700
Re: Trying to hold on.
Hi Woundheir, Thank you for sharing a small part of your story and how bipolar is affecting you. You’ll eventually find good people that you can connect with and that will truly care about you. It can be hard to trust people once you’ve been burned a few times. I am a giver and will never ask for an...
- Sun Oct 20, 2019 9:15 pm
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: Just A Hello
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5734
Re: Just A Hello
Lil Welby, That was a very heart-warming comment. It is hard for many people to participate and comment—but you still make that effort, despite the difficulty. There are others on here that have done the same thing, and they should be proud of themselves. I think participating on here can be a good ...
- Sat Oct 19, 2019 8:43 am
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: 8 Years In the Making, Seeking Others Who Struggle
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2452
Re: 8 Years In the Making, Seeking Others Who Struggle
Hi Welby, Thanks for sharing your situation with us. I’m glad you decided to make a post and reach out, even if just to connect with other people. Owing to your experience living with depression, I don’t doubt that you have much to share. Even if it helps only a few people, then it is all worth it. ...
- Fri Oct 18, 2019 7:11 pm
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: Needing a place to vent
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3758
Re: Needing a place to vent
Hi Aaron, Thank you for introducing yourself. Depression and anxiety commonly coexist. I had both and it paralyzed me to the point where I struggled to leave the house. You are in a highly stressful role and battling your own mental health issues. But I bet you are still making a significant differe...
- Fri Oct 18, 2019 7:02 pm
- Forum: Your Story
- Topic: What IS Helpful? What Does Helpful Mean To You?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3289
Re: What IS Helpful? What Does Helpful Mean To You?
Hi Lil Welby, I like this post. I feel you are absolutely right in that help is on the receiving end. In my case, when I had depression, I desperately wanted help and so I sought professional advice. However, it seemed like most of the coping strategies they taught me fell on deaf ears. Even on here...
- Thu Oct 17, 2019 6:17 pm
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: Just A Hello
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5734
Re: Just A Hello
Hi LyekkaEve, Welcome :D I’m guessing depression forums overall are less active than other types of forums because depression can make it difficult to be social. This forum is somewhat active, so hopefully you’ll find people you can connect with here. This forum is a small but friendly community, an...
- Thu Oct 17, 2019 9:19 am
- Forum: New Member Introductions
- Topic: New Member - Figuring Out About Myself?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2803
Re: New Member - Figuring Out About Myself?
HI Oasis, I hope you are able to fix your relationship with your mother. As a fellow introvert, I can imagine how daunting it would be to study abroad. That takes courage, so good on you. For us introverts, it can be exceedingly challenging to meet new people and make friends. Perhaps it is somethin...