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"all I really need is a swift kick in the butt and be told to suck it up and move on."
If only it were that easy! Anyone who would do that to you doesn't understand the disease of depression. And that's what it is. Don't be so down on yourself, darnit!! You didn't ask for this illness. I know I didn't either.
I am really struggling with the depression myself these days, but I'm not blaming myself or allowing myself to feel guilty. That only makes things worse and contributes to that downward spiral.
What does seem to help is to help others, to "get out of myself." Like you said, to not be so focused on myself and my problems. I was feeling so crappy earlier tonight until I let another person tell me about HER struggles. It made me feel so much better.
Remember rf, you ARE worthwhile and this WILL pass! Hang in there and stay in touch.
Much love,
Eddie
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