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In reply to the discussion: You know... [View all]BigmanPigman
(52,561 posts)6. Maybe that's why you need someone's input
that is more objective. Are you feeling suicidal at this time? Have you felt this low in the past or is this new territory?
What are you skilled at? What do you enjoy doing? Even for just 5 minutes do what you feel is comforting. Do you need to be distracted? Do you have pets to cuddle? Can you make a yummy snack? Is there a funny movie you can rewatch? Is there a mystery book that will focus your thoughts on something else for a little while? How about a favorite album to listen to? These are things I do to distract myself when feeling depressed. Sometimes just a little break for you brain is just the right thing for now.
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I've been on an SSRI since I had my life destroyed, again and again, by bad people.
applegrove
Oct 2022
#10
Sounds like you might do well in an assisted living situation. People help you and you
Maraya1969
Oct 2022
#35
I was too nice. I started worrying about myself more, turns out that involved criticizing myself
applegrove
Oct 2022
#22
Heh, if my music is 'discovered' years from now it will have no bearing on me.
OldBaldy1701E
Oct 2022
#27
I wish I could but the guy that owns the place doesn't want another pet here.
OldBaldy1701E
Oct 2022
#39
Your original post could have been written by my husband, and I sympathize with you.
flor-de-jasmim
Oct 2022
#42