Wants2, I really understand and identify with so much of your post. There have been so many times when I have not felt valued after considerable effort at being supportive. There are also certainly times when I avoid the depression forum, especially during certain stages of my recovery when I can't afford to feel like I am being pulled down. Sometimes I feel guilty for being so happy - then I know it is time to take a break!

Despite my many issues, I am content now and have begun to value myself, even if I sometimes feel nobody else does. If that makes sense.

I do value you and your presence here at PC - and it takes courage to post about what you did!