Standard Northguy Ramble
Tired and blah again tonight. Not too depressed, not crushingly sad or anything. Just kinda feeling empty. I wish I felt more alive. I just feel like I'm checking another day off of a meaningless existence. I just have so little enjoyment of life. Take away my fear and sadness, and there's just not much me left.
I completely understand. I feel empty too .all I am is scared and depressed thats about it .... I feel like everday is the same .
Supporting you now btw :)
Thanks for saying you can relate, I appreciate it. Hope we both feel better soon.
@Northguy I wish I had some pearls of wisdom to help you feel better, but as you see from the comments, your situation is all too common. Perhaps doing something different & completely out of your usual daily routine might help. Some suggestions: Go for a walk and/or bicycle ride on even one day of your week, seek out a volunteer opportunity you’d enjoy, pay a short visit to an elderly acquaintance, check out opportunities offered at your local library (check out a book on hobbies, activities, or something you’re particularly interested in while you’re there). Perhaps you could take a class in music, language, art, etc. Doing even one thing that is out of the ordinary from your usual routine can help get you out of the doldrums & open new paths in your life. Doing these things gives you the opportunity to expand your world in sooo many ways & meet new friends & acquaintances. Now "go get 'em, tiger! lol
I hear you, I can relate to that ffeeling. Thinking of you mate.
@Davii hey thanks, I appreciate it buddy, hope you’re feeling better lately.
Found a great new treatment for Depression. Acetyl L-Carnitine. I have suffered with Depression and ADHD for a very long time and tried every RX under the sun and nothing really worked. ALC is helping both conditions. 500 to 1000 mg daily and it changed everything! Definitely worth a try !
Agreed here on the ALC. Experimenting with changing the chemical composition of your body could have awesome effects for you and those around you.
Having a psychiatrist prescribe antidepressants for me was a lifesaver, and a Godsend. Three antidepressants, the last being Ability, combined with the other two changed my life. First time I've been depression and anxiety-free. Feel closer to God and my family and friends. It's wonderful.
I understand and am sorry so many of us are in this space. It is so hard to introduce the likely solutions when you are in the middle of this. I guess that's what it's really about though... finding the strength and energy to figure out and introduce our solutions. I'm not there right now either so for today we accept what is and hope for a better tomorrow. Thinking of you <3
hey thank you all very much, I appreciate your comments a lot and will think about what you've said. thanks again :)
I was unsure of what I was going to do after losing my wife to Pancreatic Cancer. First thing I did was get a dog. Something to care for. Unconditional love!
I wish I had something more profound to say, but I totally understand how you feel. Take care and hang in there.
Being grateful for what I have and the few things that bring joy to my life; and going outside and taking deep breaths seems to help give me a fighting chance to make my day tolerable. Also, I question whether this pain will last forever. The answer is a resounding, "No!" Being honest helps quite a bit, too. You're honestly sharing your thoughts and feelings with others. It's necessary to have goals. My goal is to get out of the house every day; and it's not always easy. I know there are no quick or easy ways to overcome depression, a painful and lonely existence. You helped me to get out of my head for a few moments, and I thank you for sharing with me.
dear north guy,
try finding some interest you feel passionate about.
i have interests which give my life meaning.
maybe this would help you too.
sincerely,
john
When I get down, I like to do something active. Even if you're not athletic, if you set a challenging but reasonable goal for yourself, you'll feel better when you have completed it. ("I'm going to run 4 miles." or "I'm going to walk 15 minutes.") It helps to get the blood flowing. Put on some upbeat tunes and start moving.
Understand how you feel ... everyday. I pray someone or something comes into your life that turns your thoughts and feelings. Everyone deserves love and fulfillment.
hey thanks everyone, I really appreciate the advice and your caring enough to comment.
I can really relate. On the days that I find more difficult, I am discovering my life feels fuller and better when I am helping others. I am also learning to take time for myself and do one thing a day that makes me laugh, brings joy and comfort or pushes me out of my comfort zone. I pray that we all take one day at a time and keep striving for better days.