Yeah, I've heard all that, too. I've suffered with depression for 30 years and heard that stuff alot. I to put on a mask with some people because I don't want them to see what I go through.

In fact, I got fired with 3 weeks notice, that took it's toll on me mentally worrying about how I would survive. Yesterday, I got a call and start a new job on Monday. I was elated but after a while the depression still underneath, told my I might not be good enough. So I got scared and my husband said, "You always find the negative" which makes me really upset but I've gotten so used to the comments over the years they don't bother me as much anymore. I am, what I am, and if someone doesn't like they can take a walk.

I've just learned to let it roll off. If all the doctors and I haven't been able to fix it in 30 years I doubt someone telling me to just be happy is going to work. It just show how little they know about mental illness.