Posted by linkadge on April 22, 2018, at 7:45:25
In reply to Re: TRIP8b inhibitors? Truly novel antidepressants. » bleauberry, posted by SLS on April 21, 2018, at 21:55:27
I've lived in middle (or perhaps lower middle) class my entire life. Some of that may in fact be a result of my depression as opposed to a cause.
I graduated with a 90+ average in high school and with an A+ average in a math / science degree at a respected university. However, I currently earn somewhere between the poverty line and median income.
My illness has perhaps made me complacent. I see that I live in a great country where my base needs are met with a basic job. The only thing worth buying is time / freedom IMHO.
I don't care for status / large house, or other material possessions that people think makes them happy. If celebrities are any proxy for the rich, they sure aren't immune from depression, bipolar, anxiety, alcoholism, drug issues etc.
I have saved quite a bit of money, and I do think that helps relieve stress. However, my day-day life is pretty meagre. I'd be lucky if I spend $100 a year on discressionary items.
That all being said, I'd say I'm living in remission. I don't attribute that to my social status.
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