I can totally relate to how you feel! I had to talk about this with my T because as I am dealing with depression I also have a lot of friends and acquaintences approach me about various issues, as I am an easy guy to approach, and very trustworthy. I would listen to a friends problem, and reflect about how they must be going through, trying to understand how they were feeling. But everytime I would get more depressed. I realized that I can care about people and listen, and give them a shoulder to cry on, while protecting my own feelings.

I hope that this is something everyone here can learn, too. Especially since we are in an environment where people openly share their situations, which sometimes can be saddening. Although this is a wonderful thing, and should be applauded, we also must think about not dragging ourselves down.

Take Care,
Andy