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Weekly Prompt #41: How do you perceive your own resilience and ability to cope with challenges?
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 5 hours ago
...See more Hello all, I hope you are all being easy on yourself this week. A few weeks ago we discussed: How does your depression affect your ability to care about and take care of others? [https://www.7cups.com/forum/depression/General_2427/WeeklyPrompt40Howdoesyourdepressionaffectyourabilitytocareaboutandtakecareofothers_336335/] Thank you to all who participated and shared their thoughts and questions for discussion. They were thought-provoking questions and thoughts. I hope you all did too. If you didn't share yours, please share them here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/depression/General_2427/WeeklyPrompt40Howdoesyourdepressionaffectyourabilitytocareaboutandtakecareofothers_336335/] and I look forward to reading and discussing them with you This week's prompt: How do you perceive your resilience and ability to cope with challenges? To perceive your resilience and ability to cope with challenges, you can reflect on your past experiences, identify your strengths, ways to embrace a positive mindset etc. Let's get started and share your thoughts with us. I look forward to hearing all your thoughts and ideas.  Join us in the 24/7 Depression Support Group Chat [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php]
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Your Poem...
by EmmaE
Last post
 January 13th
...See more Hi everyone, I came across this poem prompt and thought I'd share it here if anyone would like to try! ------------------------- My Poem (Title) My name is (name). Today I feel like a/an (adjective) (noun) (verb)ing in the (noun). Sometimes I am a/an (noun) Sometimes I am a/an (noun) But always I am (adjective). I ask the world, "(question)?" And the answer is a/an (repeat your words from line 2). ------------------------- If you’d like to join the depression support team, please check out THIS POST [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsLeadership_188/SubcommunityHelpWanted_2306/HelpWantedDepressionSupport2023_295219/] for more information. To join our tag list and receive notifications, click HERE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/DepressionSupportCommunity_52/DepressionSupportLeadershipTeam_404/NEWautomateddepressionsupporttaglist_274831/].
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You can keep going 💙
by LoveMyMoonflowers
Last post
 November 22nd, 2024
...See more Hey everyone (: I hope your all doing okie 💙 and if your not (': we *do* care about you and we would really love to be there for you whenever you need us. 💜 I really hope you know that you don’t have to do this alone, buddy.  i don’t know what your going through right now, exactly. i don’t know how you feel (': but i’d like to remind you that it *is* okay to *feel* 💙 and it’s okay to take your time when figuring things out. it may be hard to explain how your feeling as well and i get that. 💜 (it’s important to take some time for yourself also 🥰 please do try being kind to yourself 🥺)  and some days… it just feels like too much, doesn’t it? we feel like we can’t take it anymore, we can’t go on anymore. Things just get too overwhelming, life just gets too hard… and hope seems like a distant dream. i know i’ve felt this way many times (': i think many of you might be able to relate 💙 but honestly, i need to remind you that there *is* hope, and you really can keep going. your never ever alone 💜 and you’ve never been truly alone.  And even though you might have never seen it, you are strong. stronger than you think you are. You’ve come *this* far and I am so so proud of you. i know it hasn’t been easy. i’m so proud of you. 💙 i’m sending so so so much love your way 💜 you deserve it, you really do 🥺 we love you, we care about you *always* and yes, there *is* hope for you. 💙 i promise.  🌙 Ni 🌸 @HealingTalk 
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life is good but…
by i0540
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more hey I’m new here and i have depression for two years. (meds for most of the time so symptoms only 4 months) buuut my life is literally going so great. I have everything i wanted, studies, boyfriend, family etc. literally how i always wanted. But cant help feeling depressed. Have anyone had the same? What did you do about it? 
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Depressed and Hesitant
by lavalavau
Last post
 Thursday
...See more Hi everyone, you can call me lava. Lately, I've been battling some sort of depression, and it take me a lot of effort just to get out of bed or do something really basic(eg. eating or taking a shower). Also I've not be able to do thing in time and keep avoid the resposiblity I need to take, this make me feel even worse. I start to question anything I do wether it's meaningful or not and become hesitant to take action. I hope to know how to deal with my emotions and get better, thank you and wish you all the best.
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My battle with manic depression.
by Bipolar1977
Last post
 January 11th
...See more I've been depressed several times in my life. When I was in high school and didn't have a girlfriend, I was depressed. After college, I was depressed several times. Once, when I was unemployed and involved in a civil lawsuit. Another time, when I went through a divorce and my Mother died. Another time, when I went through a break up with an ex-girlfriend and was all alone. This past time was the absolute worst and lasted a long time. I was forced to leave a long time apartment that I loved due to the building owners changing hands. I also had a very important relationship with a woman and her children come to an end. Lastly, I was losing a lot of money in the financial markets. I moved in with a family member and it did not go well. I made them miserable because I was very unhappy with my life. They almost evicted me. I moved into a hotel and was going through a lot of money. I was so manically depressed that I was practically bedridden. I stayed in bed over 20 hours per day. I showered once a day and left my room once a day for only about an hour. I only ate one meal a day. Due to all of this inactivity, I became constipated for the first time in my life. I went 29 days without taking a poop. I was always so active in the past, that the constipation made things even worse. I thought the best days of my life were all long gone. All I wanted to do was die. For almost two years I was suicidal. I even developed cystic acne for the first time in my life. My skin was worse in my 50's than it was as a teenager. I had no health insurance and did not want to go to therapy or take anti-depressants. Family members wanted to help me, but there was no helping me. I couldn't be helped. I told a good friend what was going on and he was worried. He called the authorities and they did a welfare check on me. Eventually, things slowly started to improve. I started getting out of bed and walking more. I started going back to the gym. I started becoming more social. I shifted some investments around and my finances began to improve. I finally had sex again with a woman for the first time in almost two years. I have been active for almost six months now and the constipation went away. Also, the cystic acne is almost all gone. I look better. I feel better. I am happy again. A lot of my best days may be behind me, but I am also very optimistic about the future. I have not been diagnosed, but I believe I am bi-polar. When I beat the depression, I sometimes wind up in a manic high. I'm trying to keep things at more of an even keel. If things go wrong again in the future, I will not lose all hope. As long as my health is good, I hope I never lay on my back for over twenty hours per day again. All the best to everyone here battling depression. Do not give up hope!
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I don't know how to help my ex
by bl0ndnblu
Last post
 January 6th
...See more hello I'm bl0ndnblu &  I need your ideas and support. my ex husband was  diagnosed as manic depressive 40 years ago. He has zero faith or trust in any type of therapy or self disclosure due to its ineffectiveness..in his opinion. he self medicates with meth.  he says living is pointless.. nothing brings him any joy. nothing ever has either I check in via phone or messenger.. all he wants to do us sleep and not wake up. what can I do??
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Welcome to a New Month of Healing and Hope! ❄️✨
by Angelanj
Last post
 December 10th, 2024
...See more ⋆꙳•̩̩͙❅*̩̩͙‧͙ ‧͙*̩̩͙❆ ͙͛ ˚₊⋆ Welcome to December! ⋆꙳•̩̩͙❅*̩̩͙‧͙ ‧͙*̩̩͙❆ ͙͛ ˚₊⋆ Newcomers, we're thrilled to have you join our supportive community! This is a place where you can share your experiences, connect with others, and find understanding. Returning Members, welcome back! Your presence and resilience inspire us all. Quote of the Month: "In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there’s an invincible summer." - Albert Camus December is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Awareness Month. If you're feeling the weight of the shorter days and colder weather, know that you're not alone 🫂. SAD is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons. It’s estimated that around 5% of the global population experiences SAD each year. Prompt of the Month : Share your experiences with SAD. What strategies have you found helpful in managing your symptoms? Fun Facts About SAD: * SAD can affect people of all ages. * Symptoms of SAD can vary from person to person. * Light therapy is a common treatment for SAD. * Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help manage SAD symptoms. Remember, you’re not alone 🫂. Let’s work together to overcome the challenges that come with December.
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November Welcome for Newbies and Returning Members 🤗
by Angelanj
Last post
 November 13th, 2024
...See more Welcome newcomers to the Depression Support Community 🤗 We're so glad to have you. This is a safe space where you can share your experiences with depression! To the returning members of the community we're also so glad to have you here. 🫂💓 Quote of the Month : “Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, ‘I will try again tomorrow.’” - Mary Anne Radmacher 💗 Here's this month's prompt!  Share what your rose(s) and thorn(s) were for October and what your bud is for November. Upcoming event this month : World Kindness Day (November 13th) Here are some fun facts about World Kindness Day! : 1) The date of November 13 was the opening day of the first World Kindness Movement conference in Tokyo in 1998 and the 35th anniversary of the Small Kindness Movement of Japan. 🇯🇵♥️ 2) Being kind increases oxytocin which benefits the heart and cardiovascular system. 🫀 3) Biochemically, kindness has been shown to increase levels of natural opioids in the brain which increase dopamine to produce a natural high. 🧬 4) Acts of kindness also produce endorphins, which are our natural painkillers. 💓 5) Research has also shown that committing acts of kindness lowers the blood pressure. ♥️
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Starting my journey
by MindfulQuest
Last post
 October 9th, 2024
...See more I’m nearing the end of my first week on 7cups and this is my first post. So far, 7cups has been very helpful and I am thankful I found this place to help support me on my journey. It's taken me a long time to understand that before my external relationships can improve or change, my relationship with myself needs to change. I've been battling depression for longer than I can remember, mostly on my own. I recently hit a low point. A very low point where my entire world was about to be turned upside down. At that moment in time, I was willing to accept what appeared to be inevitable. I started to shut down even more and eventually realized just accepting the situation would have cost me more than I was willing to give. I don't know why I saw things differently this time, but I did. It wasn't some great epiphany, but I saw for the first time that I didn't have to just accept things, and I could impact change. I’m just starting on this journey, and I have a long way to go. That life changing event may still happen. It may even be something that I drive. If it does, I want to be ready to deal with it on my own terms. I look forward to the people here helping and want to help others when and where I can.
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support
by candyclouds445
Last post
 September 25th, 2024
...See more Hi my name is candyclouds445 and I am new to 7cups. recently my grandma is in hospice and she is going to be put on meds so that she can't remember us I'm seeing her with my boyfriend before that point but ever since I heard the news I feel sad and lonely but I hope that this group gives me comfort and support that I need at this time. 
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Introduction
by BlackJezus666
Last post
 July 25th, 2024
...See more Hello. I am Sebastian. 39M. Currently in Belgium. My problem is loniless and fear of dying alone.
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Join us in the Depression Support Chatroom
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 March 6th, 2024
...See more Hi everyone, I hope you are all doing well. I am glad you joined 7Cups Depression Subcommunity. Thank you for being here with us. Please know your challenges and struggles are valid. You are not alone. We are all together in this support journey. We have a dedicated group support chat room [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] for members struggling with depression. It gets opened every Tuesday to join, participate and share. We are all here to listen and support you. The room will be opened from 12.00 AM Eastern Time. You are welcome to share what’s in your mind, how you are feeling, your challenges, experiences, and your story with us in this dedicated chatroom. You have us right here with you. In case you are unable to find the chatroom in the Group Support Chat rooms List [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php], please check this post to ensure you have all the badges to join the Depression Chat room- Click here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ASilentObserversOffice_2008/BadgesRequiredtoUnlockSupportRooms_213011/] Meanwhile, you are welcome to join Sharing Circle Sessions to share your thoughts with us as well as regular Support Room 24/7 too. If you are already participating in the chatroom and if you have any general feedback, you could share it with us here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfaULWnlMmtpfKCVqPrllWMGukCDVsuur_6TD0hkORFZnpRTg/viewform]. If in case, you are interested in providing support, you could help us by running support sessions or guided discussions. Please apply here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6xM-bHb1VK1w0BcVU0-S-xCxgxYfIJ9kRP1M_-ZNzABpU2w/viewform]. We look forward to having you in the Depression Support Chatroom. ------------------------- Depression Support Resources [https://www.7cups.com/home/depression/?cr=dash#resources]
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Why can't I fix my depression
by Ambrcat
Last post
 February 9th, 2024
...See more I have been dealing with depression and dysthymia for almost 30 years.  I  usually have it under control with meds and therapy, but the last 6 weeks I have had a major relapse/recurrence.   None of my normal coping methods are working and I could use some support. Why doesn't this ever get easier to deal with?
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Deepest Depression Ever
by EllisJay61
Last post
 January 1st, 2024
...See more I've suffered with depression just shy of 50 years. I've had suicide attempts and a hospitalization. Been on antidepressants since Prozac was new. Been in and out of therapy the last 30 years. So I get depression. What I feel now is so deep and pervading I can hardly get up in the morning. Not because I'm depressed about my life (I am), but depressed over the state of the world. War everywhere, Hatred everywhere. The catastrophes of climate change. And the knowledge that there is absolutely nothing I can do about any of it. So why do they report on this stuff? To make people aware. Why? What good does my knowledge of the drought in Ethiopia, or war in Israel (again) do? What does my knowing do about the situation in Ukraine? It doesn't. It just makes me feel miserable, helpless and utterly hopeless. And climate change has me in despair. The scientists and environmentalists have been warning us for 30 years. Sure we put protections on some species, saved some natural areas. But it hasn't changed the fact that all the pesticides we have sprayed in our own gardens have killed off species of bugs and with them many birds have also disappeared. I'm talking backyard birds. Every year millions of migratory birds are killed by hitting windows of tall buildings?  Rising water levels and flooding lowlands. Changing weather patterns with worsening storms and longer droughts. Just Another thing I read about and can do nothing to stop. So this depression is not just internal, but external, in that I don't see us being able to save the human race from the coming environmental catastrophe. That is what prevents me from doing much of anything any more. I just can't see the point. How can you bear it? It's one thing to hear about the polar bears and penguins, but to see it in your own back yard. That really drives it home. I don't know if this place will help change my mind or not. But I guess I am not completely devoid of hope or I wouldn't be here. 

We hope that you can find some respite here from what you're going through. We all help each other through the darkness. Welcome, friends, to the Depression Support Community at 7 Cups. We're so happy you're here <3

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Adults & Teens: Join us in the Depression Support Room every Tuesday! The room is open for 24 hours. 

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Community Resources

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- 9 Types of Depression and How To Recognize Them 

- You don't have to understand, you just have to be present by @MarianaFilipaSouza6

A beautiful testament to the nature of depression

- Rethink Mental Illness: Depression

Basic information and facts

- Resource Masterpost by @Sealiously

A plethora of amazing links

- Depression Self Help Guide

Discover some ways to help manage what you're going through

- Safety Plan

Here's a safety plan for those who are passively suicidal. Your life is important

- Resources to Help Manage Depression

A collection of helpful links for more information and support

- Depression Community Path

A path that helps guide you through dealing with depression on a day to day basis


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