[Standup2me]

Today I am falling in to a big pit of nothingness

I feel the pulls of depression and I am fighting it

It's getting too strong to fight it anymore

Not sui**** but wanting to run away from the world

Help me

All I need is a few words of encouragement from people who understand

[updown]

Hang in there, I've been feeling the same way this week. I had a few really down days and am feeling a little better today, sometimes it just takes a little time. Don't beat yourself up over it. Also I just watched this video and it made me feel a little better:

[r010159]

I have had mood swings today. There are times like I need to lay down. Eventually I did. Then I did not want to get up. But I made myself do this. I hope this does not mean that I will swing into depression.

I do not think so. But I hope I am right. I am titrating down on my AD. Maybe this can explain it?

Hope you feel better soon

[Raptor07]

try motivational songs like related to sports

[Anouk]

I think we all have these moments sometime. The thing that I can say to you is that they do pass and we do get through them.

You are stronger than you think. You are still here battling away and not crumpled into a heap.

You are more than nothing. Dont let the illness whisper these things to you and convince you otherwise

[Victoria'smom]

Baby yourself but try to remember its not the flu, it gets worse with long lengths of rest. We are here for you day and night, we'll never get sick of your posts or how many threads you make about whatever just try to keep interacting here and IRL. While your still well enough try to simplify. Buy the paper and plastic utencels, the fast cooked meals and move the couch as close to your room as you can without it leaving the living room. If things get really bad your only goal is to get to that couch ( sleeping on it at night makes the whole thing invalid).

we're here

[wildflowerchild25]

I suspect it will only be a few days until I'm in the same position. MM is right, try to simplify now. I'm kicking myself that I left all my gradin at school! But today I will be making frozen crockpot meals to throw in when life gets too much for me soon. I'm scared. But I know we'll make it through!! Hold on. Find some inspirational music - hold on by good harlotte, beautiful by POD, carry on by FUN, the great escape by pink.

[Standup2me]

So very down
Crashing down

I went to the library today, and borrowed 10 books
Just driving there was draining
To me that is a treat - books!!!

I will treat myself to words and knowledge

Still crashing though

[Hbomb0903]

You are perfect, though we feel flawed. And your spirit is strong inside, even though this illness can beat you down. Believe and your thoughts will become a piece of your reality. I'm really trying to practice my mindfulness. Wallowing and whining for me is making it worse.

I hope you can find some little thing to give you a bit of joy and build on that. Good luck

[Standup2me]

I went to the library today and got some good books

I realized how grateful I am for the gift of sight, and the gift of being able to read

[Alone & confused]

I've been fighting too. I started thinking back on a time in my life when things were simpler, when I felt stronger than I do now. Then, I started trying to find that person within me, and reconnect with her. I even downloaded music that I used to listen to back then. It took a couple of days , but I'm starting to remember the stronger"me". I'm regaining my hope, my strength, my mind. Maybe you just need to find the "overcomer" in you. Focus on your strengths. Think about how many times you've gotten back up before, and KNOW that you will again! Fight it with every positive thought you can & try to drown out all the negative ones. We're all in your corner pulling for you!

[Standup2me]

I am sooooo appreciative of everyone's help

You all understand and it is so nice to communicate with
someone who understands

I am so glad that everyone is here