When your perception of life is seen through a filter of depression.........

Hey there :) I guess there's both things included, that it's a bit true and that you're maybe focused on it because depressed people are focused only on bad aspects of life. What do you think about it ? I'm glad that you're aware of it, that is really important, problem would be if you aren't aware. I hope you'll be better soon! If you have some other question about depression or such, you can freely ask them here and now. :)

I can see that I focus on the negative, but most of the time I don't have the energy, motivation and desire to change my outlook. I'm just too tired to change anything about myself right now. All I have the energy to do is to analyze and assess my disfunctions, ur simply ruminate unproductively. I feel like my only option is to slog through life, get drunk every night and hope that excessive alcohol consumption will grant me an early death.

I completely understand what you're saying. I feel the same in my depressive phases. Do you have a psychiatrist ?

Hello. I'm new here. I suffer from depression and I've been prescribed antidepressants but that only made it worse. I tried to self medicate using wine but that too backfired rather badly.

Hey there @emotionalNickel5337 :) Don't do that, it can be really dangerous! Antidepressants are actually making you worse for a week-two weeks, and then you'll recognize that you're feeling better. If you don't, then contact again your therapist/psychiatrist and he will give you a new medication. But don't give up on this journey, you already did a lot for yourself for seeking help, that's a big step, bravo :) I hope you'll feel better soon.

I feel the same way !! I recognize myself in your text but I can't help you unfortunately.

I'm sorry your in the same boat, wish there was a cure for folks like us. Maybe in the futre they'll figure it out.

Ha ha, were definetly kindred spirits. Maybe we are just old souls who haven't quite adapted to modern civilization. I think people like us benefit immensely from being in nature(in fact, many studies show how nature hikes lower depression symptoms). I find backpacking so enjoyable for the peace, tranquility, simplicity and solitude. It's one of the last few things I truly enjoy in this world for that reason. The quite and peace re-engergizes me, in fact, it's the only thing that gives me energy (besides strong coffee).

Best of luck to you my friend, my day has been brightened just knowing there are others out there that feel exactly as I do.

@faithfulTriangle3777 that was a beautifully written post that I personally found touching and bold to share. Sending you loads of love.