Depression
Questions + Answers
Say one nice thing today then smile
Say one nice thing today then smile
Say one nice thing today be positive be happy we can survive anything in life we are stronger than we think learn to love ourselves put the past to bed live our lives with love and happiness please just say one nice thing then smile I'm sending all my positivity out to each and everyone of you I'm sending my love to each and everyone of you mhaw be happy xxx
This is for the gratitude group
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".… 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
How do you find love again, when you have been depressed for so long?
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… read more
@A MyDepressionTeam Member: I don’t think that’s true about someone for everyone. But that’s fine I read and believe you must love yourself good and bad… read more
Do people think we can retrain our minds to think differently about ourselves
Do people think we can retrain our minds to think differently about ourselves
I really believe that we can all beat this illness I believe we can in time retrain our minds to think positive about ourselves about our lives about our future I know we will have black days but I really do think we can train our minds to have more light days you just have to believe it and want it and I think we all have the ability to do this I have faith in everyone of you xxx
Do any of you start to hyperventilate when you feel like you’re hitting rock bottom?
Do any of you start to hyperventilate when you feel like you’re hitting rock bottom?
When I’ve had a day like today, when everything I do goes wrong, I feel my heart beating faster and my breathing erratic.
I have seen a respirologist and he said everything was okay. I’m seeing a cardiologist for a stress test in a couple of weeks, but I don’t think that’s the problem.
I get so emotional and start to feel like I’m having a panic attack, so I control that with breathing into my stomach. This gets much worse. I find… read more
Has anyone had their every effort criticized, so much, that you just want to give up and not do anything? You're not good enough?
Does anyone find it hard to focus and memorize?
Was wondering on anyone's bad days do they ever feel numb inside?
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?
How do you manage to not feel bad about yourself if you can't work because of your anxiety and depression?
How do you manage to not feel bad about yourself if you can't work because of your anxiety and depression?
I really struggle with this and feel guilty and worthless sometimes and my life feels pointless.
By helping others and get out of "SELF". Deep breathing meditation exercises. Hope you feel better. I totally relate. Good Luck!!
