How Do You Find Love Again, When You Have Been Depressed For So Long?
Background info: I've been depressed for over 25 years, was married, and had 2kids. I have been alone for over 16 years now, and can't believe that someone would even want to be with me. For all my shortcomings, depression and lack of self esteem. My kids mean the world to me, but they are older now and moving on with their own lives. I'm scared, terrified and afraid to even want to get close to someone male. I don't want just sex, i want a relationship. One that isn't one sided, on my… read more
This is an interesting question… I’m intrigued to know what others have to say about this.
My husband described it well to me, it made him feel numb he knew he loved me but the numbness was too much… read more
In What Ways, If Any, Has Your Depression Affected How You Consume Alcohol?
It doesn't. Because I've never been that into the taste. Now with the wine coolers I've been more tempted, but I've had friends say do you really want to start with another addiction. Because of my… read more
Was Wondering On Anyone's Bad Days Do They Ever Feel Numb Inside?
Hard to describe this but I mean like does anyone feel numb at times but just carries on with daily life. Like as if you don't want to do anything. You feel nothing but no point explaining to anyone knowing they won't understand as they haven't been through depression and that?
@A MyDepressionTeam Member I do from time to time
What Depression Symptoms Do You Have That You Didn’t Expect?
I exactly know how you feel cuz that what happens to me I don't necessarily like snap every so often I do but some things do irritate me a lot and the part where you definitely have no lack of energy… read more
What's One Natural Remedy That's Helped In Managing Your Depression?
God
What's One Thing About Depression You Feel Isn't Talked About Enough?
The feeling of guiltiness, and the feeling of having little to no energy or motivation on a daily basis.
What Does A Typical Day Look Like For You Living With Depression?
Trying to keep out of my head and finding something to do more than what I normally do
Does Anyone Find It Hard To Focus And Memorize?
Seems to be difficulty focusing for me. I hope to do better. Stress affects my memory.
This Is For The Gratitude Group
The following empty posts are for the gratitude group I've brought together, if you wish to, you also can join it, and post 3 things, everyday, that you are grateful for, and one thing that you are going to do for yourself that day, like getting a mani or pedi, getting your hair cut, walking, running, anything that would make you happy! Just use the "Write an answer" post below this to get started.
Here's some quotes I like, "What other people think of me is none of my business"
"When your… read more
Yes, too bad it's now so far down the Q&A, but for a little while my team members were using it quite often, your idea is a good one.
Hugs,
DeeJR41
What Depression Symptoms Keep You Up At Night?
yes sometimes all night