Posted by TexasChic on March 29, 2004, at 13:29:11
In reply to I can’t do this, posted by lonelygirl on March 28, 2004, at 16:47:47
I understand completely, I've felt that way at work many times. I think its part of the depression somehow. You might try breaking it down into small steps, and tell yourself you will only do this one step. Once you complete that one step, congratulate yourself. Then, when you're ready, try the next step.
I saw your other post about starting back on the Prozac, and that's a good move. There is no shame in taking the medication you need. Its actually an assertive step because you are doing what you need to make yourself better. I've accepted the fact that I have something medically, physically wrong with me and I'll probably be on meds for life. You can't *will* your depression away. Taking meds is not a sign of weakness but of strength. You deserve to be happy. By doing whatever it takes to achieve this, it shows your strength.
You haven't mentioned whether or not you are in therapy. For me, meds were half the battle, and therapy has been the second half. I had the same attitude towards myself that you seem to have, and therapy helped that tremendously. It seems to me that the meds are what makes you able to take the other steps you need to get better.
Anyway, I just wanted to let you know you aren't alone. Be sure to keep us updated on how you're fairing.
Hang in there!
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