What is the kindest thing someone who knows about your depression has done for you?
I always love hearing stories about when people are actually kind and help other people out in the midst of this cloud of darkness. Do some of you have stories you can share?
For me, my roommate last year knew that I was self-harming, and one time she realized I had been cutting because I was in the shower forever. She was waiting for me when I came out and insisted on having me sit down and bandaging the cuts up and then just holding me while I cried. It was probably the most comforting thing in the world and it helped me to want to get better.
@heatherh11 During my depression, there were friends who actively checked up on me and made sure I was okay. That gesture alone was so sweet and sincere, it really made me so grateful to know people like them. :-)
This going to sound bad... But it meant something to me.. When i told someone about stuff that has contributed to my depression they said they would have boxed them in the nose and broken their kneecaps... Sounds horrific i know. But it was the first time that i felt someone would have protected me and cared enough to jokingly (i think 😇) say so
@Avaray
That honestly made me laugh. I'm imaginging a friend trying to fight off a big black cloud of depression with karate. :) But that is such a kind, yet funny, way to support you. I'm glad you have that friend!
@heatherh11 thanks me too 😄
@heatherh11
That was so nice of your friend to do that, she must have really cared about you 
@harrytheunicorn it does feel good... They are actually here on 7 cups of tea 😄
I found really nice people at the church. They understood how difficut depression is and prayed to me when i was sleeping. They made me company and called me for no reason to talk a bit.