hello,

I've been struggling with strong feelings of emptiness and sadness but am not entirely sure if what I am experiencing is depression. It's hard for me to be happy, and it seems as though the hardest parts of my day are getting up in the mornings, standing still, and breathing.

i've experienced increased feelings of anxiety and somewhat of a hopelessness that has become overwhelming. i think often about how i would die, but i've never seriously considered suicide as an option.

if anyone can give me some insight into what i've been feeling and experiencing, please reply.