I know dealing with a depressed person can be a downer. Many do not know what to do, so they stay away and do nothing. Others believe a depressed person can "get over it" if they try hard enough.
Depression combines guilt with low self-esteem. Depressed people have lost the ability to see the picture clearly.
Depressed people often think if they hide and sleep the pain will go away. You find yourself sliding into a hole and you cannot see daylight any longer. You need a hand to get out, but you believe no one wants to help. Your pain grows.
Depressed people can act right up there with Meryl Streep. See them at the store smiling and teasing. Happy! Happy! And a big lie.
Many depressed people quit seeking help. Why bother? No one understands. People who are happy are much easier to like.
A sense of frustration dogs depressed people. Why do they feel this way and no one else does? Why do others not recognize a depressed person needs some help, not abandonment? One tiny gesture might make a difference.
Laters, Dude.
(((HUGS))) I think of you often, whether I say so or not. I think I need to say it more, though! Love you!!
ReplyDeleteYou are important!! And I think of you every time I see that sun catcher you sent me. (((hugs))) and don't give up. I care about you.
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