There are those who treat it as weakness, and they are dead wrong. But there are a lot of us who know better. Very many of us. Early on I learned to pick my battles. I also learned who I felt safe with, and where. By trying to help others by sharing my experience I learned more about myself and how to deal with my depression. I can be much more open about it now, but still keep certain boundaries. I now know it's not about my weakness, but about their ignorance. I am not judging them, they simply don't know. Depression can cause confusion, indecision and frustration. Be patient with yourself, it can take some time. It's truly wonderful when you get over the hump. It does require some level of vigilance on a daily basis, but it's not onerous. Be good to yourself. -Dave.