Reading this thread has been helpful for me...I have learned positive affirmations from my T. When my thoughts turn, I remind myself about my affirmations.

But sometimes it is as if it is too late for affirmations...I just feel awful and there isnt a lot I can do about it but feel miserable, sleep and tell myself that hopefully tomorrow will bring a brighter day. I try to let my sleep and my dreams restore me.

It is the physical manifestations that add difficulty...the feeling of sadness, exhaustion, apathy, headaches, stomach upset...the list goes on and on.

In college I was triggered terribly while doing an internship and volunteering for a family crisis organization. It sent me into a depression that made me ill. I had what the specialist referred to as chronic fatigue and he put me on bedrest. I had to resign from the amazing internship, resign from the volunteer work and take a break from school. I was so sick.

And how did my family react? My mother simply told me I was going to kill my father with what she considered was bs. That made me feel even worse.
Thankfully she is nowhere near my life anymore so she will never hurt me again. Isnt it just awful how some people just love kicking you when you are alone and down (rolling eyes).
I find great comfort here that others can relate, dont make me feel worse when i am feeling low, offer support and compassion. That in itself helps me when I am in a low place.

I hope you will keep posting and let us know how you are doing.

Rose