Friends?

[Holespoles95]

I feel so alone, so empty, I'm lost. Friend?

[Holespoles95]

Thank you all ❤️❤️

[4Maddie44]

I am so very pleased that you have adopted a cat.  I am sure that will help some of your loneliness.  Give him?her a big hug from me.  

Working, as you do, in a busy place, must help you feel less isolated.  It is truly amazing that you can do this when you are scared of crowds.  Well done.  Yes I think we do put on what I call "a going out face" and you are managing to work and be capable when you work.  I am very proud of you.

Please do not be ashamed of having a mental illness.  It is nothing to be ashamed of.  Many people have depression.  I find if you tell family and close friends how you feel, it is very liberating.  Bottling up how you feel will not help.  

I am so pleased you have already found friends here.

[JessieJ21]

Hi, I've battled with depression since age 11 was diagnosed as a teen when I got help because I tried to commit suicide. I'm 25 now still depressed but not suicidal and I refuse to be in that position ever again. I will not lose hope. You can talk to me! I am here for you :) I added you as a friend

[Bubulous]

You should not be ashamed of yourself hun.  It is not your fault and you need to accept that.  I am not saying go out and tell everyone about it but embrace it and if you need to come one here for the anonymous support that is great.  You are doing your best and welcome to the forum.

[Holespoles95]

Thank you for your support, it's good to finally place where I can talk and not be scared of what others think.
I've recently adopted a cat, I don't like going out much, crowds scare me but I work at a cafe and when im there I'm a completely different person because I know I have to be.my work self is my disguise for anyone new, I'm ashamed of this disease and I keep it very quiet and cover it up as much as possible

[4Maddie44]

Hello there.  You are not alone in having this feeling.  I too feel alone, even though I try to keep myself busy.  We will be your friend here, but, of course, it is not the same as having a flesh and blood friend.  Tell us more about yourself.  is it possible to find people to be friends with?

I am elderly but get very anxious when I am alone, but I am OK when I am with other people.  I try and keep myself busy, and have joined a senior citizens club where I do activities, and also have done volunteering in the past.

Is it possible you to find activities in your area, or do voluntary work?  Are you alone a great deal?  Can you get out, or is your depression making it difficult to socialise?  I know when I was in a deep depression, and did not want to go out, I got a rescue dog and this made me go out as I had to take him for a walk.  May not be the answer for you.  I have a rescue cat now, and just knowing he is in and out, and comes to me for affection, does make a difference.  As someone once said, a pet is another heartbeat in the house.

I know when we are depressed it is difficult to go out and meet people.  Perhaps when you feel able, you can go the library and check out what activities there are in your area.  Depression does take away so much from us, and it can isolate us.  You have reached out to us here, and that is a brave step to tell us how you feel.  Well done.

I will send you a friendship invitation, and you can "talk" to me if you wish to.  Keep posting here, and see how much people here care about each other.

[stacysmith039]

If you feeling alone then you need to talk about this situation to your loves one first. Even after talking to them you wont get the relief then you should consult you family doctor who will advise you accordingly.

[Holespoles95]

I've been on meds for almost a year and nothing's changed :/ my doctor doesn't think I need to change them or increase them

[Spicegal123]

Have you been diagnosed with depression?
If not go to the dr for meds.
If the meds aren't working after 5 weeks go back.
Try another drug until you find one that works.
Then get a small pet because they are sooo much company
And then you won't be alone.
I have had mine for 12 yrs and don't know I would have done without her!!