What is this site's objective?
Seriously. What are you all trying to accomplish here?
Apparently, it's nothing more than a site where people can log on, and be told that 'everything's going to be ok', and that 'we're here to support you and put a smile on your face'.
To me, that's an insult. Some people come here to find someone to give them advice, or set them on the right path. Instead, it seems like most of the people in positions to help just spew out pollyana garbage about a better future, without much substance to back the claim up.
WHAT'S YOUR GAME PEOPLE? WHAT'S THE OBJECTIVE OF THIS SITE?
I can't speak for everyone but I come here for company and sometimes for distraction. Or to help or get help. It depends.
I understand it can feel that way. There really isn't a perfect response to someone suffering -- whether depression or otherwise. But any person's response is an attempt to say "I see you're hurting and I'm here with you."
I come here to escape reality. It is nice to message new people who can empathize with me. I like the company and the community.
I like to vent. It helps me put things in perspective.
As a listener, sometimes I listen to others, give suggestions, point out their thinking, raise self-awareness, and often I have just sat with members while they are going through hard things. I have sat quietly with people while they were going through something scary as well as many other issues that I cannot talk about here because of chat details.
I came to this site as a member and I tried to find listeners like myself that would understand what I am going through. It is so nice to know that you are not alone in this world. If you ever want to talk, please message me. I would be happy to chat with you.
As you said... this site is to provide a safe zone, comfort and support. Some people do provide advice, but even counselors therapists or psychologists don't do that. No one can provide advice on your life but you. Everyone is a different individual with different circumstances so what works for 1 person may not work for the next. Being able to share support, provide different opinions on the matter and letting you know time will sort things out is a guarantee. Hope the site promotes you to have a good experience here. Good luck!
