Would you say I'm depressed?

Hi Phil,

I am sorry for how you are feeling. I think you (hope you) will find that posting here is a lot easier than talking to somebody. I find that it is. I feel a lot more at ease in posting here and opening up to others. I think that it has to do with the fact that nobody really knows who we are here, and it makes it easier to talk.

Do you go to any counseling? It really does help. I go this week.

A lot of us put on a mask. It is the only way to cope, and it is easier than explaining why you don't feel good. Not everybody understands, but members here do. You will find that out.

Keep posting. Take care, be proactive about your mental health, get the help you need if you feel depressed. Know that it is a journey that becomes easier with time.

I hope that you feel better soon.

Take care,

Hugs, Karen

Hi Phil,

sounds like you could have a form a depression. Could be something else going on too.
Only way to know for sure is to talk to your doctor. This is not as scarey as it sounds, most doctors are very empathetic and concerned when patients talk about feeling this way.

There are many forms and causes for depression. There are also many other mental instabilities that show like depression, but aren't. Sometimes we need medication for a chemical embalance [like me] or we need a medication to get us through some hard times.

www.moodgym.anu.edu.au./welcome

this link may help you until you get to your doctor.

Personally from what little you have told us, I think you have something you are suppressing and not dealing with. Thus causing your depressing feelings. However, I am not a doctor or a therapist. You need to go find one and talk to them.

Stay strong
Peace
Trina