[Nobodyandnothing]

I posted more than 2 hours ago. 46 people looked at my post where I laid myself completely and totally bare. I am so sorry I did that. I was not looking for much, maybe a hug or two. I did not receive even one hug. I am going back to lurking. No more comments from me. I will continue to give hugs. Everyone needs one once in awhile. Please no comments or hugs now. You have all confirmed my worthlessness.

Nobody

[lynn P.]

Sorry it took some time to get responses on your other thread. I understand it can feel discouraging when there are no replies. Since many here are struggling, sometimes they find it hard to give and often don't just want to give only hugs. I really pray you feel better soon and something gives you hope.

[Piraeus]

You are not worthless. Start out reading and responding to post's. When you feel
comfortable with that, you can create a thread. Make some friends. It's easy. Just find somebody that you like what they posted, and send a friend request. I'm sorry you are having such a difficult time with all of this. Just be patient and things will start to turn around.

We haven't all seen your post There are a lot more than 46 people on this site. I agree with what Lynn said... a post like you describe isn't a post I could just say there there it will get better and move on to the next unread post. I'm not sure I could find words to answer at all. I would have given the hug though. 2 hours isn't a lot of time.

[whimsygirl]

Originally Posted by Nobodyandnothing

I posted more than 2 hours ago. 46 people looked at my post where I laid myself completely and totally bare. I am so sorry I did that. I was not looking for much, maybe a hug or two. I did not receive even one hug. I am going back to lurking. No more comments from me. I will continue to give hugs. Everyone needs one once in awhile. Please no comments or hugs now. You have all confirmed my worthlessness.

Nobody

I'm sorry this happened, and that you're feeling like people don't care. Sometimes people are distracted by whatever is on their own minds, or they aren't sure what to say, or sometimes I think when people are new here on the site they don't necessarily "get" the hug thing at first. But regardless of all this, just wanted to say that I did not see your post until now, and definitely leaving a hug. I hope some comfort comes to you as soon as possible ~whimsy

[konstargirl]

I'm sorry that you feel that way..

Originally Posted by Nobodyandnothing

I posted more than 2 hours ago. 46 people looked at my post where I laid myself completely and totally bare. I am so sorry I did that. I was not looking for much, maybe a hug or two. I did not receive even one hug. I am going back to lurking. No more comments from me. I will continue to give hugs. Everyone needs one once in awhile. Please no comments or hugs now. You have all confirmed my worthlessness.

Nobody

Please post, to be acknowledged is validating and I was on earlier this morning however I got discouraged at the time and signed off. I feel a sense of worthlessness at times and I can relate to what you are saying. Thanks for
sharing how you feel. I'm sorry you feel this way.

[adam_k]

I'm sorry you feel that way. I admit I read your post and had no idea what to say. I should gave you a hug or something. I think like a lot of people on this forum we are trying to figure out at the very least how to cope and not be a miserable mess with depression. Sometimes it takes people time to process what you are saying and come up with advice or at least some words of encouragement. People in this community are professional or mental health experts. We are just people that suffer with mental illness and trying to find a way to manage that. Some people have more coping skills and give really good advice. For myself sometimes a good day for me is one where I hvanet thought about hurting myself. The people on this forum are just that, people struggle with some of the same issues as you.

For myself I found therapy to help and my meds used to help me a little. Everyone is different and people react differntly to medication. I don't know what your specific issues are that trigger your depression or maybe it is just constant sadness or hopelessness for you. I think there is a way to manage it out there. For me I feel hopeful about therapy. To talk with someone and find better ways to deal with emotions and how I feel about myself. Maybe therapy or meds isn't for everyone, but it seams to improve my life.

I know pushing all my feelings inside and pushing through the depression isn't the way to handle it for me. I got through work and school but obessing over sucess still left me feeling empty inside. It didn't lessen the depression, just made me feel so overworked I didn't feel alive anymore. It also caused problems in my marriage and I lost most of my friends because I never felt like doing anything for me. I felt like if I succeed then I deserve to he happy and would feel it, but after I graduated from engineering school I still felt empty and didn't like myself. I thought I wasn't good enough and could do better. For me I think therapy will help me learn how to feel comfortable in my own skin.

I wish you luck in finding a way to improve your life and lessen your depression. Outside of therapy and medication, maybe eating healthy, exercise, sex, or finding something you enjoy to do may help you find life enjoyable or at least bearable. Some people find meaning or strength in religion, but I don't suscribe to a particular faith so I can't comment on that. I think other people find meaning in thier families and hang on for them. I wish you luck in your battle with depression and hope you find something to make things better for you.

[hamster-bamster]

Originally Posted by Nobodyandnothing

I posted more than 2 hours ago. 46 people looked at my post

I am sorry that this led you to believe that you were worthless! Lots of people view topics without posting. 46 people viewing in 2 hours on the depression forum, which is a high traffic forum, is normal. It has nothing to do with you, the content of your post, etc.

you are somebody and you aren't worthless. i'm sorry you're having such a hard time. struggling with depression can be so hard and lonely. please be kind to yourself...you matter.

I honestly didn't see your post, but I understand how you feel. We care.

[*woundedhealer*]

I'm sorry that you felt rejected by forum members.
I know that if I'm really feeling low, I hesitate to post or reply to anyone's post.
We're all struggling with our demons. There why we're here, right? That being said, I don't want to help deflate anyone's balloon.

So, if I read and don't post anything, you can know it's my own issues, and is no reflection on your value as a human being.

We're all created in His image. All are unique and very special to him.

Have a great rest of the week.



woundedhealer7

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