[tryingtobeme]

I could use some support/help. I'm just not feeling it today. I feel really down, depressed, just here. I don't know why? At least I don't think I know why? Not sure what is going on with me. I feel my head is trying to bounce around between things but I don't really know what about. It just feels chaotic.

Anyone else have these times and what do you do about it? Any suggestions?

[constanceschofield]

I am pleased you are seeing your doctor as I think it is important they are aware of these symptoms.

[regretful]

I have these times a lot lately. I have been relying on the support that I receive from PC. One person, whimsygirl, often reminds me to keep the Serenity Prayer in mind. I have also found help from corresponding anonymously with the Samaritans www.samaritans.org .

When it feels really chaotic, I try to focus, as best I can, on one simple thing that I can accomplish. That can be tough, especially in the throes of a depressive episode. I think sometimes that depression can be a bit like ADD because you just can't concentrate on anything...anyway, I am picking one thing today and being sure that I get it done. Then I try to let everything else work out.

Best wishes to you...

[ArrMCee]

SOrry to hear about your state right now, and hopefully it has already gone away. I have some very severe depressive episodes myself, and I've been looking for the miracle treatment to help me bounce out of them... One thing I've found kind of helps subside the hopeless or frustrated feelings.

I go outside, make sure noones around. (Sometimes I stay inside if it's easier) And I scream. I belt out a chesty, loud, impressive yell. Arms out, head back, eyes closed, full-out primal roar. It relieves some of the tension, and helps me to clear my head. May not work as well for everyone, but thought I'd at least suggest it, because it's very simple.

[whimsygirl]

Hi....Sorry things are feeling so uncomfortable for you, and I hope they feel better soon. Actually as I read your words I thought "wow....I could have written this". Sounds so much like my state of mind over the past few days, most especially the idea of "not knowing why" and the word "chaotic". Do you suffer from anxiety? I do sometimes, and when I'm feeling this way it's one of the hardest things to deal with....especially on top of the depression and challenging "life stuff". Ugh. When I feel this way, although it can be hard, and I need to get things done, I try to just focus on one little step at a time. (In other words....what regretful said!) Sending good thoughts your way.....

[Rohag]

Tryingtobeme!

Originally Posted by tryingtobeme

Anyone else have these times...?

Yes! (That's not a happy 'yes.') If I can gather the focus to tackle something, I go about it in a deliberately slow fashion without attempting to be efficient. Such activity may help me.

Originally Posted by ArrMCee

...I scream.

Not a bad idea. That can help, too.

[whimsygirl]

[QUOTE=Rohag;2454460] Tryingtobeme!

Yes! (That's not a happy 'yes.') If I can gather the focus to tackle something, I go about it in a deliberately slow fashion without attempting to be efficient. Such activity may help me.

I so agree! If I can possibly muster up whatever it takes to go forward in some way ~make some kind of progress....it's always a plus, whether it feels that way or not at the moment. After so many years of doing battle with this stupid monster, one thing I've learned is that I never can know when some little ~tiny(?) ray of hope may make it through all the muck....and any little step I may have taken to improve my situation increases that possibility.....

[tryingtobeme]

Thank you for the responses. Yes I do have anxiety. Lately it has been so hard to control. I think just to much going on at once. Even the good news we got still seems just unbearable at times. Just trying to hold on to the good stuff that I do have and trying not to be so negative. Thank you again. I am feeling a little better today. I can actually work a little more. Looking forward to the weekend with my son and father in law who is like a dad to me. The dad I never had that is.

[whimsygirl]

Originally Posted by tryingtobeme

Thank you for the responses. Yes I do have anxiety. Lately it has been so hard to control. I think just to much going on at once. Even the good news we got still seems just unbearable at times. Just trying to hold on to the good stuff that I do have and trying not to be so negative. Thank you again. I am feeling a little better today. I can actually work a little more. Looking forward to the weekend with my son and father in law who is like a dad to me. The dad I never had that is.

So happy to hear that you're feeling a little better today. I hope it continues, and that the weekend with your loved ones is wonderful!