Posted by mikhail99 on February 8, 2003, at 11:28:04
In reply to Please....give me a few words of hope, posted by Emme on February 8, 2003, at 8:11:55
Emme,
Admittedly, it's hard to know what to say when someone is so low but you MUST hang in there. And don't apologize for not being on the boards that much, we all come and go quite a bit, depending on our needs and it's perfectly fine for you to ask for help. The other thing I would tell you is to not beat yourself up for not feeling gratitude for food and shelter, that just makes you feel more guilty. We can appreciate these things when we're feeling good, that's true gratitude but to try and make yourself feel it, it's counterproductive right now.
When I feel really bad, I have to remind myself that it doesn't last forever, that it always passes and the next day will probably be better. I think those of us with depression really have to take it one day at a time. Try not to focus on what others have so much, instead try to think of what you can do to help yourself right now. I'm sorry your family is so useless, that's a crime that you can't call on them when you need them. If you like, you are more than welcome to email me at mikhail99@aol.com, I check my mail quite often.
Are you taking meds now? I know you feel you can't afford it but I really think you should call your pdoc or therapist and tell them how badly you're feeling, I'm positive they would want to know and help you.
Please hang in there and take care of yourself. You are not alone and someone does care!
Mik
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