No one to turn to

I’m not really sure where to start. I guess I could use some advice on how to cope with feelings of worthlessness and depression when I don’t even know where they come from or why. I have nobody that I feel safe opening up to about these feelings, and I don’t know what to do. I need help.

I'm sorry you are feeling so bad. It is so hard when you feel like nobody is safe to talk to. I think a lot of us on this site have experienced the feelings of depression and worthlessness too. I know I have. So at least you know that we aren't judging you.

Have you been feeling like this for a long time? I don't know that I have any easy answers, but I'm willing to listen.

I have bipolar disorder. I've had multiple serious rounds of depression. I'll give you the best advice I can. First see a doctor. You may need medication. Second therapy makes a huge difference. Third, if you can, find someone you trust to tell. Support is crucial. If you really feel like you can't talk to anyone, keep posting here. We will support you. Try to get fresh air daily if you can. Take things one step at a time and know that it will be okay. Hugs.

I really appreciate that, thank you. I was receiving therapy for a brief time about two years ago, when I was in an inpatient facility for time. But nothing much ever came from it, due to being constantly asked why I was feeling the way I was, and I could never give a clear answer because I didn’t know. I think people often forget that there isn’t always a clear-cut reason why/when depression hits.

First of all Welcome to the site. I have found it to be very helpful, and supportive. I also don't have any support now except this site, and I am truly grateful for them. Also I agree that you may want to see a Doc, because a lot of times depression can be from a medical problem, or a chemical that a person may be making too much of, or not enough of. I hope this helps some.

Try to see another therapist.. perhaps the previous one just wasn't a good fit.

((((( sd15 )))))

Sd15, I know how hard it is. I’ve been battling feelings of low self esteem and self worth for a long time now. I can only tell you what others have told me. You are awesome and you deserve to be heard

Hi there

I was struggling with depression a few years ago - and I was just like you, all alone, with nobody to trust and to confide through. I know that all situations are different but I'll try my best to help..

Depression lies, it makes you believe that you're wortthless while you're not.
I don't think anyone has to feel worthless, really. Just like everyone else, you have strenghts and talents, and you should love and respect yourself for that. I have to admit that although I'm not depressed anymore, I still struggle with self-worth issues ^^'
I've found this recently, and it's helping me a lot : http://self-compassion.org/category/...ses/#exercises
Why not having try ?

One of the things that helped me through depression was to surround myself with positive vibes : listening to upbeat music, reading self-help books and articles. I also used to often watch TV series and play video games to keep my mind occupied and escape from the pain, and I happened to found surprisingly very positive and hopeful messages in some of them, which somewhat made me feel better.

If you don't have anyone to talk to in your entourage, have you every tried tot alk to a therapist ?

I don't pretend being able to help you, I'm just telling you what helped me pass through depression, but if by any chance it could be helpful for you, it'd make me happy

I wish you the best, no matter what you're going through