Depression

[IsleReef]

Melli I think you will find that many of us suffer from the same problems. I have been on Wellbutrin for a couple years, and it has helped. But it cannot do it alone. When I am hit with a really bad day, I make sure I work out. This will release endorphins which help alot. (At least this works for me.)

I haven't gotten the chance to work out yet today, but I've been excercising like fiend. It helps for a little while, really.

I applaud the courage that many people are showing. You have done so much to help me in my job and to remove the stigma of mental illness.

I remember feeling funny when I filled my first prescription for Prozac, only to learn the local pharmacy was out of it. That is when I realized just how many of us are getting the help we need.

I agree - I hate this idea that you are weak if you are depressed and that you aren't really sick. But it is an illness. i feel so embarrassed sometimes.

Don't ever feel that way................. You are not alone in this and many of us here suffer as you do............. The best thing is to be supportive to each other when not goofing around......... (Like making fun of Jah)........ Listen to others experiences......... I'm having a blah but boring day, but sometimes I feel like a mental case and then I get obsessed with all kinds of thoughts racing through my head..................... Pinch youself and think mind over matter............ Also I saw in your profile you like to write................. Mel, let it all out with your pen on paper and write away........... Whatever is on your mind, or just write to escape to a fantasy world..............

[MelliJellyBean]

Melli I think you will find that many of us suffer from the same problems. I have been on Wellbutrin for a couple years, and it has helped. But it cannot do it alone. When I am hit with a really bad day, I make sure I work out. This will release endorphins which help alot. (At least this works for me.)

I haven't gotten the chance to work out yet today, but I've been excercising like fiend. It helps for a little while, really.

I applaud the courage that many people are showing. You have done so much to help me in my job and to remove the stigma of mental illness.

I remember feeling funny when I filled my first prescription for Prozac, only to learn the local pharmacy was out of it. That is when I realized just how many of us are getting the help we need.

I agree - I hate this idea that you are weak if you are depressed and that you aren't really sick. But it is an illness. i feel so embarrassed sometimes.

Don't ever feel that way................. You are not alone in this and many of us here suffer as you do............. The best thing is to be supportive to each other when not goofing around......... (Like making fun of Jah)........ Listen to others experiences......... I'm having a blah but boring day, but sometimes I feel like a mental case and then I get obsessed with all kinds of thoughts racing through my head..................... Pinch youself and think mind over matter............ Also I saw in your profile you like to write................. Mel, let it all out with your pen on paper and write away........... Whatever is on your mind, or just write to escape to a fantasy world..............

writing is a good idea and it's good therapy. I bought a journal a while ago but havne't written in it in a while. I used to write alot of poetry. I need to get back into that.

[iuparrothead]

I agree - I hate this idea that you are weak if you are depressed and that you aren't really sick. But it is an illness. i feel so embarrassed sometimes.

I think everybody feels that way a little bit until they talk to other people that have had similar problems. It was always easier to admit that I had anxiety issues and not disclose that I had depression symptoms too.

Hell, I just had a 3 day anxiety attack over the weekend... I haven't had an extended one like that in a long time and sure enough, at one point, I thought about this thread... It did put me at ease a little to think of all of you and how supportive we've been in this thread.

[MelliJellyBean]

I agree - I hate this idea that you are weak if you are depressed and that you aren't really sick. But it is an illness. i feel so embarrassed sometimes.

I think everybody feels that way a little bit until they talk to other people that have had similar problems. It was always easier to admit that I had anxiety issues and not disclose that I had depression symptoms too.

Hell, I just had a 3 day anxiety attack over the weekend... I haven't had an extended one like that in a long time and sure enough, at one point, I thought about this thread... It did put me at ease a little to think of all of you and how supportive we've been in this thread.

yes i'm so greatful for all of you who are here and supportive. I felt bad today and talking here has made me feel not so alone

(((IUP)))

[IsleReef]

I agree - I hate this idea that you are weak if you are depressed and that you aren't really sick. But it is an illness. i feel so embarrassed sometimes.

I think everybody feels that way a little bit until they talk to other people that have had similar problems. It was always easier to admit that I had anxiety issues and not disclose that I had depression symptoms too.

Hell, I just had a 3 day anxiety attack over the weekend... I haven't had an extended one like that in a long time and sure enough, at one point, I thought about this thread... It did put me at ease a little to think of all of you and how supportive we've been in this thread.

yes i'm so greatful for all of you who are here and supportive. I felt bad today and talking here has made me feel not so alone

(((IUP)))

HEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where is an (((((IsleReef))))) or (((((Vinnie)))))?????? Huh?????????????

[MelliJellyBean]

I agree - I hate this idea that you are weak if you are depressed and that you aren't really sick. But it is an illness. i feel so embarrassed sometimes.

I think everybody feels that way a little bit until they talk to other people that have had similar problems. It was always easier to admit that I had anxiety issues and not disclose that I had depression symptoms too.

Hell, I just had a 3 day anxiety attack over the weekend... I haven't had an extended one like that in a long time and sure enough, at one point, I thought about this thread... It did put me at ease a little to think of all of you and how supportive we've been in this thread.

yes i'm so greatful for all of you who are here and supportive. I felt bad today and talking here has made me feel not so alone

(((IUP)))

HEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where is an (((((IsleReef))))) or (((((Vinnie)))))?????? Huh?????????????

(((((IsleReef))))) or (((((Vinnie))))

[MelliJellyBean]

i think i'm going to need a hug - i have a sinking feeling that I'm going to hit rock bottom after work. I have this bad feeling my boyfriend might break up with me.

[big hat carmen]

Melli, we will be thinking of you

[iuparrothead]

i think i'm going to need a hug - i have a sinking feeling that I'm going to hit rock bottom after work. I have this bad feeling my boyfriend might break up with me.

Clue #1 that it might not be meant to be if you're having those feelings. It does it make it easier or more acceptable, but you have to acknowledge that to move through it and beyond it... that is, if he does, in fact, want to end your relationship.

I'm sorry Melli.

[PHBeerman]

i think i'm going to need a hug - i have a sinking feeling that I'm going to hit rock bottom after work. I have this bad feeling my boyfriend might break up with me.

(((((((((((((((((((((MJB)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

How's that?

[ejr]

There are times when things get very ugly and cynical on these boards. How lovely it is to see that when someone in need reaches out, others are there to help!

Melli-I am so sorry you are struggling so! I hope you are seeing from the wonderful comments you are receiving that you are not alone, that others suffer too, and that we are there to support you in any way we can.

I am fortunate in that I don;t suffer from depression, but so many around me do. Don't feel embarassed--I sometimes wonder if I am the only one around who is not on antidepressants

Ann is right-find the right doctors to help you deal with all of this. And if the breakup with the boyfriend happens, it was not meant to be, and it will be his loss.

Lean on us when you need to, and PM any of us that you feel can help you through this. and find what it is that helps calm and ground you-for some it is good music, for me, it is often a good book, but whatever it is for you, use it. Put some routine in your life and let the routine help you get through the problems.

[MelliJellyBean]

so my boyfriend of 3 years decides to break it off 4 days before Valentines Day - for no apparent reason

melli is single now

god i feel horrible.

[iuparrothead]

I'm very sorry Melli. ejr's right... definitely his loss.

Plus, Valentine's day is stupid anyway... don't let that get to you too bad!

[PHBeerman]

so my boyfriend of 3 years decides to break it off 4 days before Valentines Day - for no apparent reason

melli is single now

god i feel horrible.

I hate to say this, but the dude is a jerk. I was raised in such a way that this is not how you treat women. Do you want me to send Shane down?

[MelliJellyBean]

I'm very sorry Melli. ejr's right... definitely his loss.

Plus, Valentine's day is stupid anyway... don't let that get to you too bad!

definitely his loss. I told him "your mom said if you ever lost me you were an idiot", well looks like you're the idiot and I hope you regret it.

ya so oh well for Valentines Day..maybe I can find a hot date Actually I don't know if I can jump back in the dating pool that quick. I think I need a good hard workout tonight

[msu#1]

I'm very sorry Melli. ejr's right... definitely his loss.

Plus, Valentine's day is stupid anyway... don't let that get to you too bad!

definitely his loss. I told him "your mom said if you ever lost me you were an idiot", well looks like you're the idiot and I hope you regret it.

ya so oh well for Valentines Day..maybe I can find a hot date Actually I don't know if I can jump back in the dating pool that quick. I think I need a good hard workout tonight

Valentines' day is a great day to go out to the bar with friends, its not just girls looking for love on the 14th of feb.

[ejr]

Melli-so sorry that your prediction proved right. But you will get through this!

By all means, do something nice for yourself this weekend---a massage or facial, a present to yourself, or whatever, but treat yourself nice.

And remember, lean on us when you need to!

[rednekkPH]

so my boyfriend of 3 years decides to break it off 4 days before Valentines Day - for no apparent reason

Sorry to hear this Melli. I've stayed out of this thread, because I know nothing about the condition, and I really didn't think I had anything worthwhile to add.

However, I'd like to chime in here. A few weeks ago you said you were looking for a new direction, and that the boyfriend was one of t he few things keeping you where you are. Well, maybe this is a sign that you should start looking at a new start. It certainly couldn't hurt. Whatever you decide, I just want to wish you the best of luck.

[ph4ever]

so my boyfriend of 3 years decides to break it off 4 days before Valentines Day - for no apparent reason

melli is single now

god i feel horrible.

(((((MELLI)))))


I'm so sorry. Men can be bastards.

[Gulfbreeze]

(((((Melli)))))

From the Breezer...We have all felt the pain...Several years ago, out of the blue, one of my Christmas presents was divorce papers handed to me on Dec. 23rd.....that pretty much took the phun out of my Holidays ...good thing I saved the receipt for the gift I bought her...

(Good words Islereef...btw)