As many here have said, sometimes you have to battle thrpugh, but it is NOT easy, I would never make light of it...I was prob disthymic all my life bit not dx until post partum depression. I have been on meds for yrs/along the way they figured out it was bipolar nut mostly I get depressive symptoms...I have been in therapy off/in for yrs...hang in there-I have had periods of time where I actually feel good and like myself, mt life, and feel there are reasons-therapy and meds do work but you still have to stick to your program if trying eat healthier, sleep, exercise, hobbies, stay away from bad behaviors, etc...the point is-YOU MATTER! Ironically, um in a slump right now and need to pay attention to all this, myself!