I have to pull myself out of this depression!

Both depression and anxiety can be a pain in the butt. I've experienced both, mostly when I was grieving the loss of a loved one. I am a psychologist, and I chuckle inside when I use the fancy terms that we use to describe the symptoms of depression. You mentioned two. "Anhedonia" is not enjoying the things we use to enjoy. "Lowered response initiation" means not doing sh*t, basically sitting on our butts. One thing I've noticed when if I'm feeling stuck: If I "force" myself to do something (woodworking, making coasters, cycling, hiking, etc.), it increases my motivation to do other stuff! I'm also a big advocate of exercise. When we exercise (even a walk around the block), several hormones and neurotramsmitters are released that decrease depression. Sorry to be so wordy, but depression and anxiety tick me off.

You say that you were here before and then I saw the link to yu prrofile and I'm sure I remember you I was away from here for over a year and came back last week. Feels like being back home again. Is that the same feeling you get too? I am very lucky that I have not suffered from depression. Maybe because I am so wary of it creeping up. My sister suffers and it ruins a part of her life. I try to be positive on all fronts. I tell myself everything happens for a reason and when times are difficult that they are ttrials. I try and keep myself busy too. Being here helps because someone is active at anytime and so many different topics to read and join. Welcome back and hopefully we'll see you around a lot!

I'm so sorry you feel so depressed. MyLot is a great place to be, and I'm glad you returned. If you feel really down, you should see a doctor if all else fails.

Welcome back to Mylot. I hope you will find happiness and forget your depression while Mylotting.

I have the same problem. You are not alone. Mylot can help. Games are useful too. I also have to force myself.

Glad you are back. Feel better.

I do find that Mylot is a pleasant thing to do, and interacting with others in a non threatening way is a good counter to depression,at least for me.

Pacing is fine..good in fact. I always pace when I am under stress or am planning something. Good of you to come here. Playing games does not always work for me. I try to a. recall something happy. Like some achievement, or compliment that made me happy - relive that moment. b. sing to block fears or sad/bad thoughts. c. Set targets for me to achieve, for example on myLot. d. Play with kids. I tease them rotten. e. Trouble my friends..tease them rotten.

Take it one step at a time. You're allowed to be human after all. Good luck.

The fact that you know and accepted you have depression is a good thing. Trying ways to get out of it is hard but avery good step for you. You just hang in here and tell us about your thoughts. Im sure it will help you

I hope you feel better soon

Welcome back. I am sorry you suffer from depression. I hope coming back here and the new games will help life your spirits.

Hi dear. I know how you must be feeling. I have experienced depression twice in my life so I know exactly what thoughts you must be having. I just want to say you try consulting a psychiatrist, please don't take this lightly. Many times it increases and the outcome isn't pleasant. I can just suggest you try to stay calm by doing prayers that helped me and another thing helped me stay strong amidst it is my hobby of reading. You can engage in whatever makes you feel happy. Try talking if you feel like with your loved one about anything if not necessarily what you feeling. I know it will be difficult as one doesn't feel like doing anything but by trying you can do it and then you will feel better. I hope and pray that you come out of it soon as this place isn't good to get settled. Take care. God bless. Lastly nothing is more important than one's life.

Welcome back. Keep calm and forget about depression. Nothing beats a problem when one has to struggle with what to eat everyday. I know a lot of people here in my place who has to struggle everyday yet they can still manage to smile and laugh and interact with others.

I know exactly how you feel as I live it every single day. Some days are worse than others but somehow I still manage to push through it. I honestly do not know how though. It seems I enjoy nothing at all anymore. I have struggled with depression for most of my life. There are many reasons for it though but it is worse these days than it ever was. Wish we could go back to when life was a little more enjoyable but I think we are at a point of no return now.

I think MyLot is a good distraction, and I hope that works for you to get your mind off of things and help relieve whatever stress is going on. Welcome back!!!

Hello! Welcome back! So you was a member?

Sorry to hear about your depression. Good that you decided to join back mylot. Hope you will enjoy it here and get rid of your depressing feelings.

Welcome back. I hope we can all help you feel better now that you are here.

Happy to hear it, nice to meet you