Posted by BarbaraCat on March 15, 2002, at 20:03:23
In reply to How do y'all function; anyone as bad off as me?, posted by Janelle on March 13, 2002, at 21:49:57
Sorry you're feeling so awful. Depression can feel like it's sucking the light and life energy right out of you with no hope or help. Ugh! I am currently on disability and have applied for Social Security because I hit the wall and know that a high stress work environment is no longer an option for me. I'll always be on medication for depression, but have finally (thank you, God!) found a combo that seems to be working. I can do most things now and enjoy them. I enjoy them with more tenderness and compassion because of the darkness I've been through.
Money is a source of stress, but I can cope with just about anything when I'm feeling good mentally. This will be true for you some day. Once you're brain chemistry is stabilized, you can cope, nothing seems as bleak, and there is warmth and humor in day to day things. But, boy oh boy, not too long ago I didn't think I was going to make it. Crying in bed all day, sleepless, aching, and thinking I could not and would not go on like that for much longer. I'm humbled and awed at our resiliency! Hang in there. This board will welcome and inform you and help you enjoy the priviledges of a very special club. - Barbara
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