Late as always, this frog of little brain just had a chance read your thread. I haven't decided whether low self esteem causes the depression or the depression is the result of low self esteem. Doesn't matter I guess you still like crap.
I'm so old it takes three cycles of the green lights for me to cross the street. So when I say I understand how you are feeling, or been there done that, I know what you are feeling . . . . You can bet on it.

By joining PC you decided to make a change. One of those for better or worse kind of changes. You start your journey as only one of many, under this huge umbrella of mental illness. However, the warmth of understanding and support on PC quickly envelops you into the group. You quickly become a part of this unique support system.

By helping those we meet here we also help ourselves. We express our problems, complaints and concerns. In return we share feelings, ideas, thoughts, knowledge, friendship and share our ideas with others.

You are a part of a support group that is there when needed. Your quickly absorbed into the group willing to support all those around you.
We will be here for you regardless of the your problem.

All it takes is a single hug to turn a stranger into a friend.

Hope this make sense. I have taken my night time pills and then you never know what goes down on the page.

kebs