When a person is in the pits of depression, and that is what it is like, it is like a "black hole", there is no way they can pep talk themselves out of it, cheer themselves up, or see the "bright side," A very depressed person has difficulty finding hope. Sometimes it is all a depressed person can do to just get out of bed in the morning. It is not as simple as just changing one's attitude. Every depressed person on this board would choose happiness and contentment if they were able to.

I have struggled with depression for two years now. Prior to that I had times off and on during my adult life when I struggled with depression. Bad circumstances one after another fueled my depression. I know I am better off than many people, however, that is such a small comfort.

I have read self-help books, and currently in therapy and on anti-depressants. Life is a struggle when one is dealing with depression. I am beginning to find the best thing for me is to learn self-acceptance, pray a whole lot, and try new paths in life. Self-acceptance, I think might be a path to peace, which is the best that I can probably hope for.

Everyone is different. What helps one person may or may not help another. My hope and prayers is that we all find that peace and hope.