The depression that I have experienced in the past has been pretty debilitating...I isolate, sleep, have no energy or motivation at all. Nothing remotely interested me. I folded into myself at those times. I did not want anyone to see me because I was in so much pain...also because I was so depressed I had no appetite, thus my energy level was incredibly low.

Since I have started talk therapy, I find myself not getting that low. I have more tools now so if I do start spirling down, I am more able to catch myself before it gets so bad I cannot leave the house.

Some days, though, I feel miserable but I manage to get up, get dressed and show up. I don't try to fake it anymore because it takes too much energy. Also, I am working really hard to feel my feelings and react appropriately.

I still have a long way to go but I am hoping things continue to improve.