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Posted 12/21/2012 4:46 AM (GMT 0)
Hi everyone, I'm not really sure what to write for my introduction, I guess one of my main problems has always been not being able to express myself properly and being able to describe my emotions. I think I'm hoping in a environment like this that seems pretty non judgemental I might be able to get some practice in!

I have always had depression, well as long as I can remember, but was officially diagnosed around 2006. Since then I have been on and off medication, right now I am off and seriously considering trying to go back onto medication. I felt like I was coping, but the situation I am in has changed and I don't feel as strong as I did, but worse I guess is that I don't feel I can approach anyone about how I am feeling.

I'm sorry, this is probably not a very good introduction. I just feel a bit lost and alone, and having somewhere to talk about things might help, having people who understand what I am feeling can only be a positive in my life I am sure.
Posted 12/21/2012 12:22 PM (GMT 0)
Hi freckless i too am a new member so i thought id break the ice.

i too know how it feels to go on and off meds and feel like im coping to suddenly not coping at all.

what i feel i need to learn now is when a change happens, how to deal with it! instead of feeling down and crying or panic im teachng myself to let go, (its hard and mastering it will prob take years) but baby steps!

My hypnotherapist told me to repeat word that are positive in my head. so i keep saying Beck let it go (just had argument with mother who is quite a manic depressive ***** felt depressed straight away and cried all day.

but ny the evening i said NO get out of my head, no one has a hold on me nothing has a hold on me, turned on some meditattion music and told myself all these things. (learn meditation u will learn to relax in time and take your mind to a new pace, if you can afford a therapist do it, they can put u in a luxury island in your head where your so safe and happy and u will then learn to find that plae yourself.

i canot advise you on wether to go back on the pills, no one can, it can only be decided by you. If you want to try and stick off them you can chat to me anytime!

always do your research on what you take and how your body can react. i found that cipralex was making me no better but just a zombie pretending to live life, know i feel like im in a 3d world and im scared but i know its real!

hope your okay

bex xxxx
Posted 12/21/2012 1:06 PM (GMT 0)
Could you try therapy? A lot of people do and it's amazing how much helps knowing this person is going to listen and help you find new coping techniques.
The best thing I could say is just dont lose hope. We depressed people tend to lose hope and that is a hard pit to climb out of. Just know we are all here to listen and offer our life experiences
Posted 12/21/2012 2:10 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Freckless,

Welcome to the forum. You have already gotten some good advice. Do seek help, there are a number of ways to do so. I highly recommend counseling. And seeing a doctor or psychiatrist. Meditation helps too. Keep posting and know that we all care about you.

Hugs, Karen
Posted 12/21/2012 6:14 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Freckless,

Welcome to the forum. as you can see, you are not alone in how you feel. Especially this time year, it hard for a lot people.

If you go to the top of the depression forum, there is a thread for resources. I suggest you take some time to check these out and see if there is anything there that might help you currently.

Your introduction was just fine. Keep posting, we are all here to support and listen.

Stay strong.
Trina
Posted 12/21/2012 11:05 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome Freckless!!

Just wanted tyo say hi and keep posting!

You're doing just fine

Mags
Posted 12/24/2012 2:11 AM (GMT 0)
Hi freckless,

Welcome to the forum! Please know that you're not alone. I never knew how to express my feeling, etc. until I started therapy. It really helped me and it also helped me with my depression. I would definitely recommend therapy since it really helps.

Take Care

UA
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