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How Do You Find Love Again, When You Have Been Depressed For So Long?
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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

A MyDepressionTeam Member

How do you manage yourself it already feels like 2 ppl,im me and me depressed

posted August 28, 2023
In What Ways, If Any, Has Your Depression Affected How You Consume Alcohol?
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Used to drink a lot but once I noticed my depression and how it made my depression worse I quit

posted February 20
Was Wondering On Anyone's Bad Days Do They Ever Feel Numb Inside?
A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭

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

From my experience though, all feelings change. The same one might come back time and time again, but it doesn't stay constant forever! It just feels like it is that way! I look at the tough feelings… read more

posted March 27
What Depression Symptoms Do You Have That You Didn’t Expect?
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Me too sometimes I don't even feel like cooking and thts off on lately too

posted March 15 (edited)
What's One Natural Remedy That's Helped In Managing Your Depression?
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Just Being

posted April 9
What's One Thing About Depression You Feel Isn't Talked About Enough?
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

That 100 yard Stair

posted April 9
What Does A Typical Day Look Like For You Living With Depression?
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Trying to keep out of my head and finding something to do more than what I normally do

posted April 6
Does Anyone Find It Hard To Focus And Memorize?
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Yes!! Especially lately. My memory doesn’t seem to be as sharp as it used to be. I’m told I have ADHD and the past couple of years have been extremely stressful for me and my family in so many… read more

posted March 7
This Is For The Gratitude Group
A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭

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

A MyDepressionTeam Member

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

posted May 29, 2018
How Do You Manage To Not Feel Bad About Yourself If You Can't Work Because Of Your Anxiety And Depression?
A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭

I really struggle with this and feel guilty and worthless sometimes and my life feels pointless.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

Ya I feel like I’m less then

posted December 1, 2023
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