I have depression and anxiety and for me, it was difficult to open this topic up to my parents because the last time I tried my mom said "Why are you depressed? What's there to be depressed about? Your life is so good.". I remember telling my therapist "I am tired of everything, but I don't know what everything is. I have read here about some new methods to deal with depression. [Reply]
Originally Posted by ijack:
I have depression and anxiety and for me, it was difficult to open this topic up to my parents because the last time I tried my mom said "Why are you depressed? What's there to be depressed about? Your life is so good.". I remember telling my therapist "I am tired of everything, but I don't know what everything is.
You really should check out this movie it touches on a lot of things you are experiencing. I suggest it to anyone with any kind of issues.
I watched it on a behavior health unit after a mental breakdown. [Reply]
Originally Posted by rabblerouser:
So, I'm not really happy...on the surface things seem great, I have a decent job, Chiefs are kicking ass, I have a nice crib in the country, a couple cars, play some music on the weekends...
But I'm absolutely depressed. I miss my daughter, I miss my ex-girlfriend, Brittney...
I want to move to NY, but I have to wait for my job.
So, it seems like I'm stuck here, at least for a bit...
Not much is bringing me pleasure, I was so depressed today at work...I get weird thoughts, not like I want to hurt myself, but just...musings on the pointlessness of going to work every single day, just to pay to exist, just to really pay for the kid that I never see...
I'm actually pretty damn lonely, even in a roomful of people.
It sucks.
"You gotta eat an elephant one bite at a time!" You've already identified the things that will make you happy, now write out a plan to accomplish each of those goals and put it to action. You can do it! lol sounds stupid, but something that I struggle with myself and although its always easier to give advice than take it, I can assure you this is what's worked for me in the past. What typically depresses me is A) not being able to see the light at the end of the tunnel, or in other words not having a plan to success, and B) not making progress on MY goals. Hope this helps! [Reply]
Wishing you well. BTDT. My ex pretty much sailed my ship of state onto the rocks, plundered the boat and set it on fire. Rode away laughing. But I'm still here. I had to work to get my mind right about this mess -and I've quit being mad at her. She's not as cool as I am, them's the breaks. If you want something to think about - look into a way of thinking called 'stoicism'. Ancient Rome stuff, might not be up your alley. I like it. https://gettingstronger.org/category/stoicism/
FWIW, it took me some time to get my mind right. If you can - go walking. Burn a calorie, breathe some good air. Look at a pretty tree and realize how good it is to be alive. You've got problems. I've got problems. Live thru it. Better times aren't far away. [Reply]
Originally Posted by BigOlChiefsfan:
Wishing you well. BTDT. My ex pretty much sailed my ship of state onto the rocks, plundered the boat and set it on fire. Rode away laughing. But I'm still here. I had to work to get my mind right about this mess -and I've quit being mad at her. She's not as cool as I am, them's the breaks. If you want something to think about - look into a way of thinking called 'stoicism'. Ancient Rome stuff, might not be up your alley. I like it. https://gettingstronger.org/category/stoicism/
FWIW, it took me some time to get my mind right. If you can - go walking. Burn a calorie, breathe some good air. Look at a pretty tree and realize how good it is to be alive. You've got problems. I've got problems. Live thru it. Better times aren't far away.
Not looking to pry but, this almost sounds like this is something more recent? Maybe something to do with your absence from this place? Or is it some from further back and I’m just misreading it? [Reply]
Originally Posted by Fish:
Well, I agree. You do need to process it. One of the things I've noticed about heavy pot use is an inability to process stuff like this. You've really got to stop for a very extended period. I think that's been part of your inability. You know what you need to do to confront these issues. Just be sure to do it sober. Because if you don't, you will simply self justify once you're fucked up and start the cycle again. The best thing for you would be an extended camping trip with absolutely no stimulants and no access to any, and allow your body to get back to a natural functionality. It might take a week or more, but I guarantee it would do you good.
Originally Posted by LiveSteam:
Cause you dwell on the things you liked about them.
You need to dwell on the things you didn't like about them.
And burn their wicked gardens to the ground.
Yaa
These two nailed it. And, not knowing you but from what I’ve gathered, letting go of the stimulants for a couple of weeks might be a real challenge… take that challenge head on and detox for a bit, you’re head will be clearer and your body will feel better. I know I find times where I am drinking too much, wether I am unhappy or just working too much and unwinding more than I should every weekend, at some point I notice how it is affecting my everyday life and I reign it in and life starts to level out. Or it doesn’t but, I’m in a much better and healthier frame of mind to actually deal with it. [Reply]