Finally feeling ok
Hi! So.. I'm actually happy!
For context, I've been diagnosed with chronic depression. I've been depressed I feel like my whole life, I'm 22 now. I've had highs and lows but the "highs" never lasted long, a few days or maybe a few weeks. The lows though have been really bad and long, and tbh I don't even know how I survived, and I always felt like it would never get better. Well, I just came to the conclusion that I'm ok, and I've been ok for a few months now. I feel like I need to brace myself to the probable possibility that it will eventually go bad again, I mean I do have chronic depression, but for now I really just want to enjoy myself and so I wanted to share. I've worked really really hard to get here in therapy and so I'm actually proud of myself. I'm just.. I'm ok.. and that feels really surreal to me.
I feel alright today too. Depeession: 0 Us: 2
There are good days and bad days and on the bad days I try to tell myself that there are good days ahead.
Be very, very proud of yourself. Yes, the depression could hit again but you now have coping mechanisms. That usually means that the downs will still feel really bad, but they never last quite as long. Knowing that if you keep trying you will get out makes all the difference. I think one of the hardest things is admitting that you are finally feeling better! Go you!@diplomaticSail1449
@diplomaticSail1449
That's great to hear! It's important to acknowledge and celebrate your progress and the positive changes in your well-being. Remember to take time for self-care and continue engaging in activities and habits that have contributed to your improvement. Celebrate your accomplishments and the steps you have taken towards feeling better.
