All the best. Ed...
I had to train myself to take everything one step at a time. And I mean everything. Looking ahead and guessing what it would be like if something happened hurt me instead of helped me. And a lot of...
Why do you listen to depressing music? Seems to me it makes matters worse. Ed...
You're probably feeling depressed now because you're parents are getting a divorce. It may seem a little overwhelming and you're sleeping because when you sleep, you don't have to deal with their...
Hi, First, you're at a tough age. I remember being 15 (I'm 57). At that age, I had doubts. I realize now, that is normal. When I went to my 10 year reunion a lot of years ago, I found out that just...
I'm smiling and happy for you. Direction determines destination. You're on your way to a better destination. All the best. Ed...
Just a thought. It's been three years since the breakup. Have you moved on with your personal life? I know how hard it can be to move on after a breakup - I'm 57, been divorced once, and lost some...
Hi Live Strong, Sometimes people who are depressed miss opportunities. The depression keeps them from ever seeing them. You are at a crossroads. Here's a chance for you to build the life you want....
I have a chronic disease Called Crohn's Disease. Had it much of my life, didn't know it until it was diagnosed in my 30's (I'm now 57). Had trouble with my arteries. 3 1/2 years ago I had 5-way...
Hi, Many years ago I went through a terrible time. I got some help from a therapist. But what helped most was group therapy. I learned I wasn't the only one going through a very tough ordeal. You're...
innocenteck0 , I think you're pretty amazing. You're mom is lost and you can't help her with that. Family can't help family with someone in her state of mind. She needs professional help. The...
I think you're in a depression. I say this because you say, "I don't enjoy life anymore." That's a pretty good clue. Do you have any friends who know you well, you can talk to? Maybe they noticed...
Hi James, Years ago, I got therapy and it helped. From what you say, I think that would be a good alternative. My only concern would be that there are good therapists and bad therapists. I was lucky...
At first I thought how you focus on being hurt instead of the positive feelings that come from having a long term friend. Then it occured to me that it's probably emotions that happen so fast you...
I've got Crohn's Disease and have had 5-way bypass surgery. I feel lucky and blessed. How can there be? Actually, everyday is a good day for me. After all, I'm still around and kicking. Even with my...
I can't help but wonder if having so much to do serves a purpose. It makes it a lot easier to not look inside. Ed...
I noticed above you say you feel weak telling anyone about how you feel. Is it because you feel you are putting yourself in a very vulnerable position? After all, you don't know what their reaction...
Seems to me you have trouble forgiving others in the same way you have trouble forgiving yourself. Ed...
I was lucky years ago to have a therapist who really was good. I called him out of the yellow pages. Just lucky I guess. I say this because I learned later on how lucky I was to get someone really...
I think it was pretty obvious that conditions weren't going to change for the better. So... you did the right thing. Here's what is really important now - not dwelling on the past and even more...
I learned in group therapy many years ago, that I was not alone in my depression. That was really an eye opener. In my mind, I was the only one going through something tough. I thought everyone else...
If you're staying home, is there a hobby you could take up to take your mind off things for awhile? Just a thought. Ed...
I don't blame her for being angry. Her world is upside down and she doesn't like it. I wouldn't either. First observation - it happened so recently that it will take time for things to change, for...
You say that you don't think you would see a therapist because you couldn't be totally honest. That is something that therapists are trained to do, to help a person become more honest about what's...
There have been times when I have thought about suicide. I have a chronic disease and at times that would combine with my life going down hill. I thought about suicide, but I didn't do it. I'm glad I...
If someone you cared about told you they beat themselves up over every little mistake... What would you say to them? Ed...
Intruder 212, Sorry to hear you're going through such a tough time. Out of curiosity, what line of work do you do? Have you made a plan on what companies you might want to work for? You can do that...
Hi bearstinylady, I've been kinda where you are. A lot of problems. Many of mine are physical. I've had Crohn's Disease (a chronic incurable disease) most of my life, I had 5-way bypass surgery three...
I'm sorry that your going through such a tough time. I know how that can be. I've been there too. Here's some thoughts: When you're alone, are there any songs you like that also relax you. If so,...
Hi Erica, I'm so sorry to hear about your cat. I certainly understand it as my dog is 14 and I know it won't be long. Feeling sad about your cat is natural. I would wonder about you if you weren't...
If you don't know the person, why do you feel like a bad person? You might want to stop and think that perhaps they are the bad person. Getting mad I understand. I know I would. Feeling like a bad...