Feeling Blue

United States
July 7, 2008 8:12am CST
I am feeling depressed lately. I left my husband about a week ago and at first I was really happy but now I am really depressed. Not because I want him back or anything but I think I am just lonely. I have been in a relationship for the past 7 years. Four with my ex boyfriend and then 3 with Mike. There was no space between the two so I am having a hard time being single. Hopefully I snap out it soon. I am also broke all the time so that is getting in the way with me getting out of debt. I guess I need someone to tell me it's going to be okay.
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13 responses
@Hayley_N (525)
• Argentina
7 Jul 08
If your depression is interfering with your daily life, maybe talk with your doctor, hon. I'd also suggest spending time with family if you can, or friends... you could also look into activities for the kids, where other small children and their moms might be participating. You could also do a journal about how you spent your days whlie he was gone -- and give it to him when he gets home.. with pictures and notes for each day. I know things will work out for you...keep your chin up and take good care...
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• United States
7 Jul 08
Get out and move you said you dont have money but go to the park for a walk with a dog or child, focus on yourself there are plenty of things you can do for yourself for free or cheap.
• Malaysia
8 Jul 08
hey this happens to everyone so you're not alone. i guess you're just too used of having someone beside you. give yourself some time...after all you mentioned that there were no space between the two relationships that you had so now is the time to pamper yourself and do whatever you want. dont worry, you'll pull it through. be strong and have hope..everything will be okay, there's always a silver lining in every cloud. we're all here for you too! take care and hope you're feeling much happier today :)
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@jammyt (2818)
• Philippines
7 Jul 08
Well hugs to you. Do not feel so sorry for yourself. This will pass. Do not dwell so much on what had happened. try to focus on what you really want. If you think you are lonely, you might fall into the trap of finding someone so soon. Divert your attention. Keep yourself busy with productive things. Read books, see your other friends, go out and have fun. Do not keep to yourself much or you will just feel more lonely. Goodluck.
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• United States
7 Jul 08
I'm sorry about your situation. I know that this is a depressing part after leaving a spouse. You should take this time to enjoy being single and finding more about yourself. And by doing this you have more time to focus more on yourself. Try finding a new hobby and stick with it. I just told someone else that playing an instrument helps greatly. You really could use a stress reliever right now. I hope you find true happiness. And if you ever need to let out some steam, I'm here. I'm an awesome listener.
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@TessWhite (3146)
• United States
8 Jul 08
It will be ok. Been there, and done it. I was married for 20 years when my ex walked out, without any warning at all. It was extremely hard at first. I was depressed, didn't know what to do with myself, or even what direction to go in. But, as each week passed, then months it got easier. We've been apart 10 years this summer and I don't regret it at all. One thing that helped me was a book someone told me about called "Rebuilding when your relationship ends." That book helped me thru alot of tough times and decisions afterwards. I hope things get easier for you soon.
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• Mexico
8 Jul 08
angleface I am 50, and I have been threw 3 marraiage that did not go well the first one was for 3 yrs and he was very abusive. The next one was for 11 yrs and that one was my fault that it did not work I was young still and decided to party almost everyday and with out him. Then I got with a guy 13 yrs younger did not like that to much and this last one I have been married for 15 yrs. You know the only thing I regret is I never took the time to find myself. I was so scared to be by myself that I jumped from one relationship to another with out giving myself a chance to get to know who I was what I liked and did not. Life has so much to offer but we dont take the time it does not take money to find out what happiness is. Dont get to lonely and make a mistake take your time and find out what you want, when we go to a resturant we have never been to we take the time to look at the menu, do the same with your life at the end you are the one who is going to eat what you order. You are young and pretty dont worry you will find your perfect couple. I DID
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@lingli_78 (12822)
• Australia
8 Jul 08
i'm not going to tell you that it is going to be okay... but i'm going to tell you that whatever happens in your life at the moment, God is there with you, guiding and protecting your life... as long as you keep your faith in Him and surrender your life to Him, He will give you the strength to pull it through... also, all the problems in our life will never exceed our strength to overcome it... i will pray for you... good luck... take care and have a nice day...
@mansha (6298)
• India
7 Jul 08
I am glad for you that you atually had the courage to get up and leave an ugly relationship. Life is too precious too waste. Look who is saying that , me one who has not got courage to go out and live alone and carrying on a sour relationship. I do not know when will I have enough courage and tell him to stop it and go away. My major concern is my two kids and how am I going to support them financially. I have been a housewife all along and now do not know if I will find work at my age anywhere. Still I am happy that at least you have made a fresh start. Thumbs up to you. I wish you find happiness soon enough.
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@mssnow (9484)
• United States
8 Jul 08
time heals all wounds. Even though you say you dont want him back Im sure you are still sad. Give it time. Get out and do things. its summer time there are lots of things to do.
@spalladino (17891)
• United States
7 Jul 08
It really is going to be okay. I have spent some time as a single woman in between relationships and, once I got through the initial adjustment, I really enjoyed being independent. I got to decide everything...watch what I wanted on tv, go where I wanted, or not if I didn't want to go out. Even though the relationship that you have just left was not a good one, you had your normal routine and expectations which have now changed. It takes time to adjust but you will and you won't always be broke either.
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@sudalunts (5523)
• United States
7 Jul 08
I'll get better, it is still fairly new, you being single. Time will make things better. What are you doing to occupy your time? If you are not working, maybe try finding a job, that in itself will help you with your debt. You did not mention children, do you have any? Take one day at a time.
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• China
8 Jul 08
My friend ,i really know your feeling .Everything is going well . As all friends here said ,maybe It makes you not feel lonely that taking time with your friends and your family . Your family is always around you no matter what will happen. I think everyone should have their own space even if maybe they got married. Right now it is right time you can have plenty of time to be with your friends .Meanwhile ,you will find yourself and be real yourself in this process that will need to be a long time . Believe in yourself . That is really important~!
@besthope44 (12123)
• India
9 Oct 10
Well, sometimes its unavoidable that we feel depressed for the day..but for the health its not a good side, i believe in Meditation which will balance our mind and helps to be normal at situations