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BridgetjonesSenior Contributor
Ive struggled with mental health issues since my teens. Im so tired of the endless relapses back in depression. Despite having been on medication for years I never feel relief from emptiness, depression and the feeling of being trapped in a world I cant stand. I find it impossible to enjoy life fully. It seems like Ill be cursed with depression for the rest of my life.
In response to: Cant find any zest for life
Unknown userMember
Hi @Bridgetjones
I really feel for you. It's such a soul destroying place to be when in that very dark place. I have lost my zest due to trauma, hurt, abuse and stress at times in my life. It's hard. There have also been times when it was a lot better. Hang onto hope.
Are you receiving any type of counselling. We are here if you want to talk further and share more of what you are going through. Sending warm hugs 🤗
In response to: Cant find any zest for life
XenCasual Contributor
Me, too.
One thing I figured out a few years ago, is, that when I am depressed I can only remember other times I was dpressed & it seems like I have always felt the way I do now. But it's not true. It's kind of like (back in the days when I could go hiking) when you get to the top of a mountain & all you can see are all the other mountain peaks. You can't see any valleys or rivers or whatever, only the tops. But of course, somehow in reverse: you can only see the lows & can't remember any regular days.
When you feel better, write yourself a letter to tell yourself that you are not always down. When you feel good, write yourself that you are so glad you didn't end it all.
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