I've "shared my existence with depression" most of my life.
I've learned how to get along....but I don't control melancholia. I may never know what that is...but I accept this existence cause it's all I have. I do not post much...as it is against my "nature" to do so. I feel that we look for the company of like minded individuals where we may...as a hand on the shoulder from one who doesn't really understand, often feels just faint, or ghostly. They don't begin to touch my soul as a fellow depressive can.
There is a certain camaraderie to this...we seek comfort and closeness where we may. If it means "posting"...so be it.
Take care in your comfort..where ever it may be.
m.b.