Replies to 'Depression'

The good news is that you DID get out of bed...that's the first step and a very important one!

I know you miss your little boy and although I haven't been in your particular situation, I do know how it feels to be separated from them.  I know you can't possibly believe this right now, but it will get easier with time.  I know it only adds to your anxiety that Mr. Ex has him and I'm sure you aren't real comfortable with that. 

Just remember that he IS coming home...that you will get to hug and kiss him...and that is something to get excited about!  

Stay in touch and keep trying!  You're going to make it.

I didn't get a chance to write to you yesterday. I am glad you got yourself out of the house and to work! It is the blessing of a job that I thank God for when that dang buzzard depression hits me and takes my joy away. Here's something to think about Sweets. Maybe it's a good thing right now your son is away to give you a little time to beat that ol rascal depression down. So have you tried going to a doctor to see if you can get something to help you through this depression? I remember how long I struggled with it on my own until I came to the boards and Thank God my Sista 29 was on that day and told me to go to the doctor and get some meds. I was on Celexa for awhile and now I am on St. John's Worts to keep me balanced. I now know some coping skills and every once in awhile I sink down and have to be reminded here how low I have dropped. It is the good thing about the boards is everyone gets used to your moods and can help remind you when things get too dark for you. Many hugs and prayers. I can imagine it is hard being without your child but wish happy times for him and rest up so that you will have lots of energy when he returns. Sometimes Sweets we think our depression is from one thing but when we search deep inside us we find it is another. Maybe your child keeps you distracted from having this time alone to see this problem. I hope you do not get mad with this that I am saying but I am speaking from experience of what I have gone through. I focused so much on my hubby I never let myself see ME! God bless you!