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Don't have energy? Feel like nothing excites you anymore? Really disliking yourself? You might be experiencing clinical depression.
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- Assessing anhedonia in depression: Potentials and pitfalls: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
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[@Elselle]

"Sadness makes you feel down. Depression evaporates joy." Ouch.

[@drali]

Gotta be honest 😞

[@eesteinson92]

Not sure I've ever experienced real joy

[@hello_is_back]

​@@eesteinson92 I fell you

[@Sos6ixx]

😂

[@thetheyourmama]

​@@hello_is_backI fell for you

[@guestpwl]

Depression isn’t what most people think it is; people with depression can seem happy on the outside, but are stressed, burnt-out and anxious about every small thing on the inside.

[@Valentinastarz]

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[@my_life_be_like.]

ikr like the depressed ppl are the ones who seem super happy but reality theyre dying

[@user-ij1vf4bs3n]

Its true

[@rickgolder6818]

Me rn

[@StarBwasflying]

People think i am just being emo for certain people but I just feel like nothing in the inside

[@Depressionsucks16]

When you are depressed nothing excites you anymore

[@dalee4960]

Can you lose the spark in your relationship to?

[@Tae_luv608]

yeah right 🙃

[@janelifetoday]

i feel this

[@darkreaper9205]

True cause thats how I feel about almost every day

[@Memomommy]

Spot on

[@SynthApprentice]

The thing that really clicked for me was realizing that the word "depressed", outside of the medical sense, means "pushed or held down", and that's exactly what depression does to a person. It pushes down your emotions and desires, and just holds everything down. You are like a button under the weight of a thumb: depressed.

[@drali]

Well said. I think if it as depression can make it feel like gravity is turned up. EVERYTHING requires more effort, more energy, even the simplest of tasks. And after awhile it becomes so exhausting to live like that.

[@briannconn2552]

Yes that’s how I’m feeling. Now what.

[@leticiamagalhaes3747]

​@cookingSunday how are you now sweetie??

[@grownosis]

That's a great insight. Depression can indeed feel like a weight that holds you down, making it difficult to find motivation, joy, or hope. It's important to remember that depression is a treatable condition, Remember to engage in self-care activities, and finding purpose or meaning in life can also be helpful in managing depression. If you ever need a friend, I'll be around. Come by sometime!

[@burnttree08]

i press buttons with my finger

[@alexversachi4252]

I’m so miserable right now bro, I need to talk to somebody

[@Lucifer-jl9vh]

May you come out of it buddy. Consult a doctor immediately and read Bhagavad Gita or listen to it everyday. You will find your joy.

[@theblueturtle6013]

Same wish you well ❤️

[@grownosis]

Hey Alex, Whatsup? I'm here, how are we going to make the day better?

[@joshuahowden8385]

Same, just need to feel like someone actually cares and wants me. rather than being wanted when they need something.

[@aliy8100]

@@joshuahowden8385 ouch i feel that big time

[@levibateman2039]

Depression is like drowning but everyone around you is breathing edit: thanks for all the likes it’s the most i’ve ever gotten!

[@grownosis]

I'm a great swimmer, and i float great, grab on! lets enjoy the water. translation: if you could use a friend, hey ill be around

[@miksobrado]

​@@grownosis the worst part is that even if theres a supporting system, it helps but it doesn't matter if can't follow the help. In the end is a personal process

[@javierpacheco8234]

​@@miksobrado I see your point, sometimes I think it's up to us if we want to be positive or happy.

[@mariapap8962]

Depression is losing all motivation and having nothing to look forward to or anything worthy of keeping you alive and going.

[@TyaAlpha]

I agree, because if everyone is on a boat above the water, then I’m on the bottom of the ocean

[@stevenkovler5133]

This is so true … it is exhausting … even mundane tasks become supper difficult …

[@cleosdoc]

Exhausting is a very good way to put it, to the point where I snap at people over the slightest mistakes bc I’m so stuck in my head trying to fight this feeling 24/7!! This sucks sooo bad.

[@my_life_be_like.]

IKR like at this point brushing ur teeth is just hard and even sleeping

[@AmitKumar-rr9ji]

I feel tired and anxious only by thinking about tasks😔

[@klasrem]

man, sitting in my chair is even exhausting whenever i get depressed. well not even that, just thinking gets too exhausting

[@Icewithdrip-jx1nb]

It's true that it evaporates joy, I haven't felt happiness in a long time even when I'm doing things i used to like.

[@garvitagandhi1637]

Relatable!

[@user-df3pt1ug1j]

It's same with me

[@3dino197]

Same

[@24goodbuddy]

"Hello darkness my old friend. I 've come to talk with you again"~ Simon & Garfunkel

[@MarshySquid]

Because a vision softly, creeping.

[@grownosis]

Come to the light! We have better cookies!!

[@vinitham226]

Oooh God depression is soo horrible pain , feel so helpless and loose interest in life v difficult to run the house God plz help PPL to overcome depression..😢

[@duppsydaisy5622]

I have no desire to do anything unless I'm forced to. I don't even want to eat or shower. 😩 What do we do???

[@hero4035]

Gym 💪

[@duppsydaisy5622]

@@hero4035 I can try that. Sure can't hurt. Thanks!

[@mm-b8012]

Oh! And write down the thoughts you’re having. It will be really helpful later. When you’re feeling better look back at the list of thoughts and you’ll see not all of them feel true anymore. Brains looks for patterns. Give your brain as many data points of instances of feeling better as you can. Then you’re more likely to believe you will feel better when you don’t feel good ❤

[@amiapsychopat]

try to keep a steady routine, don't skip school or work just because you don't feel like it, anything that structures your life is helpful

[@mm-b8012]

@@amiapsychopat good advice. It’s so tempting to stay home, but going to work and school like normal can do a lot to help keep you moving

[@etchamree3580]

Wow.... I just realized now that I am depressed.

[@Lucifer-jl9vh]

May you come out of it buddy. Read Bhagavad Gita or listen to it everyday. You will find your joy

[@grownosis]

Let's combat it. If you would like a friend to help form a plan of attack and to feel better, you have me.

[@Lucifer-jl9vh]

@@grownosis Loads of Love to you!🥰

[@grownosis]

@@Lucifer-jl9vh ditto!

[@klasrem]

yooo same

[@sansyt2758]

it's hard to cry in front of people, even if I try, everytime it happens, but when I walk away water bursts out of my eyes like a waterfall, does that happen to anyone else?

[@namratanagde9181]

🙃🙋

[@kjb9837]

I know this feeling I use to be like this. I hope the tears give you the release they're intended to provide and that you find your joy

[@leticiamagalhaes3747]

​@@kjb9837 true!!

[@fhoeatincg]

try crying in front of a person or even a mass u wont be able to mostly. but try crying in your room locked up it wont even take u 5 seconds to burst into tears.

[@jadoc3767]

I can't even cry anymore. I try to by relieving childhood memories and favorite moments, but I just tear up and as much as I try i can't follow up.

[@allegrajanea]

Well said, it's an awful feeling not feeling those same joys, constantly being tired. I've been trying to manage my depression for 3 years, it's a process.

[@aliy8100]

Did u manage to over come it ? Cuz lately I've lost interest in everything and i just want it to stop

[@allegrajanea]

@Ali Y No. I do have my ups and downs, mostly downs. But I just stay on the meds im given and work with the process. Because finding what works is such a process. Can't say I haven't given up a few times but that does nothing in the end.

[@billionaire-sigmaZ]

I am depressed from 3 years..and I just can't share this with anybody how I am inside...I am damaged.

[@keanal1680]

hey bro, your life is worth the wait, if you never give up then you will do better; if even you failed, atleast you achieved something greater than depression and suicide. you being born, the chances are about 1 in 400 trillion, don't believe me? search on google. Maybe your not always happy with it, but always remember.

[@lynzistringer]

I have a constant low mood and have since I can remember, back to when I was like 5. I don’t go a single day without crying or feeling so numb I can’t even cry. Lately it’s gotten worse than it ever has, so I’ve been watching mental health videos trying to help myself stay alive. Depression is absolutely no joke.

[@user-hs2ui1so8l]

hug you like us

[@PearlPaisley]

I'm the same. That is why its so hard to answer questions like "have you lost interest in the things you liked before?" I don't usually get to like things that long before I lose interest.

[@CAMMNO-sc7it]

This is literally my life and no one helps because they think that I'm dramatic or faking

[@12-sumanamaji25]

😢😢me 2

[@peacehope7365]

Yes. Small things can trigger depression for me, as I'm naturally very sensitive. I've got OCD too. I recently had a trigger for depression, and when I explain it to people they think I'm being ridiculous. I feel lonely for that reason. I find life extremely difficult, but don't want to burden people. I don't feel like doing anything. I hope you're doing OK. Take care

[@user-lm1pb8kk4y]

Oh my God, taught I am the only one people misunderstand😢😢 Sometimes I feel like dying so no one can feel or think I am being dramatic 😭

[@egg11118]

how r u today

[@user-df3pt1ug1j]

I feel that I m burdening people around me if I share with my family they will get sad I have to be happy around them but inside I feel empty sometimes I get triggered over small things no matter how much I try to control myself I just end up shouting crying then I feel so bad about myself and why I am even present I am of no use never was a good kid all my siblings were always better and I make my family sad it's not that we lack anything we are financially very stable so they ask tell me atleast not spoil the atmosphere by being sad as I got everything..... I don't understand why its with me I have enough but still don't feel happy . So I think the least I can do is behave normal and happy around them and not cause any trouble until I live .....

[@BritishFrenchman]

Sir, you made me pinpoint my problem. Like fr you literally gave me a legit answer and I love you for that. Thank you mister!

[@drali]

So happy to help! Good luck on your next step.

[@7_333--8]

The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34 17-18

[@jamezday]

I think the sad thing about depression is as much as you try and help yourself you need a push out of the hole, when I asked for help alot of people including health professionals left me in the hole and told me to "pull it together". Seeing people for who they are is more depressing

[@grownosis]

It can be incredibly difficult to reach out for help when you're struggling with depression, and it's even more disheartening when those you turn to for support don't understand or don't take your struggles seriously. Unfortunately, this is a common experience for many people with depression. However, it's important to remember that seeking help is a brave and proactive step, and that it's okay to keep trying until you find the support and resources that work for you. There are many forms of treatment and support available, including therapy, medication, self-care practices, and support groups. It may take time to find what works for you, but it's important to keep trying and to never give up hope.

[@finaldestination813]

life is depressing 😭

[@darkreaper9205]

Agreed 👍

[@vonwindsor1952]

Don't need to say it cause it is

[@user-lm1pb8kk4y]

😢😢 Seriously

[@user-wx6vy5jj3m]

If life sometimess life appears to be depressing please try the following suggestions: 1. GENTLE BREATHING 1. stand up, 2. roll your shoulders back slightly 3. Keep your head up 4. Slowly inhale through your nose for 4 seconds 5. Hold the breath for 2 seconds and Exhale for 4 seconds - Repeat this 5 or more times 6 Have a glass of water 2. SIT IN NATURE (FLOWERS) 1. Sit in a colourful flowery garden and breathe slowly and deeply feeling each breath go in your nostrils and out of your mouth. 2. Listen to calm quietly played music (Live musicians or through headphones) 3. DAILY SUNLIGHT 1. Sit in direct sunlight for 20 minutes or more in nature or an area where you feel comfortable 2. Repeat slow deep breaths 3. Adjust seating position to be comfortable 4. Keep the spine upright, but lower back relaxed. 4. STAR JUMPS (JOG, FITNESS) 1. Gently stretch your whole body for 10 minutes 2. Do either 6/10/12 star jumps, 3. Rest for 1 minute Your blood will be pumping and you will feel energized. Stretch after. * Only do this routine a maximum of twice a day, * Do no more than 40 x star jumps a day. If you are tired hold a squat position for 30 seconds stationery palms and stand up to rest, repeat 4 times. You will feel warmer and energised maybe also slightly out of breath. Any symptoms, thoughts or feelings you previously had will be less heavy make you have a more positive feeling about yourself and your life. APPRECIATE YOUR LIFE The fact you are breathing, sitting, standing, reading although there are challenges Remember! life is a gift so always be good to yourself. *DISCUSS HOW YOU FEEL WITH A THERAPIST OR YOUR DOCTOR and a close relative/friend. ASK FOR ADVICE FROM THEM Professional advice is there for you to seek help and it is the right and responsible thing to do. Relatives and friends can maintain contact with you to help you and be beneficial for socialising as well as recognise when you may be in need of more support. *Always KEEP COMMUNICATING* 🙂👍

[@RN-zx6tn]

It's nice to see someone describe what i feel ,i couldn't say anything when they asked me to say how i felt

[@lelandharris9639]

I don't feel things the way I used to... 😔

[@dalee4960]

I'm sorry to hear that. My bf is depressed and says he doesnt feel the spark between us and nothing excites him. And doesnt feel anything the way he used to. Is the depression to blame because I want to support him through this, but its difficult

[@coryjohnson2486]

Me either brother. It only gets worse with age.

[@psych7776]

​@@dalee4960you can make him feel better

[@preppypiper100]

One of my favorite quotes is “depression is the losing the joy in the things you love”. It hits hard.

[@IDontKnowAnymoreLeave]

I want to be happy again..

[@vonwindsor1952]

Same🥺

[@cheetad2864]

I don’t

[@psych7776]

Me too, please 🥺

[@amiapsychopat]

"going through the motions" perfect description

[@Singularitysoulful]

I used to show a real smile of joy when i was a child, just hanging around with my friends. But now i barely smile and i just pretend to smile to make other people happy atleast. I'll be fine, Hopefully.

[@michaelsoyt]

“Do you still enjoy the things you used too?” When he said this, I felt it. No, I don’t.. I’m not saying I’m having depression (or maybe I have idk) but I got several tests and all of them said I have mental issues. It is not 100% accurate but I should really care about self from now. And so do you

[@axrabtsmylife6421]

I am sad ,but I don't want to live....but can't die 😢😣

[@TheMaltianRobloxian]

I feel you. I don't know how to tell anyone but I don't wanna die either, or live with the pain. stay strong

[@loisxoxo2117]

I’m feeling so empty rn. I want to talk to someone but i just can’t, I can’t explain how I’m feeling I’m just feeling empty and alone.

[@ayushraj_choudhary]

ok then contact the professional asap

[@BibiRadio]

yes🥺🥺🥺 this is it just exaccttly how I'm feeling... thank you it feels so much better for someone to understand and explain exactly how I feel cuz I can't💔

[@faithramos9932]

dr. ali, you don't know how much help you give a person. thankful for this :)

[@tamoghnamandal5005]

This confirms that I am depressed since past 2 years when I was just 15.

[@odontologiaesteticaeharmon1692]

Hiiiiiiii There are times where we think that we are lost but the reality is that we are never lost and with times things just get clear and make sense, i passed trought this and by passing it YOU figure out that you isnt lost and will mever be doesnt matter what❤️❤️ sometimes things are just hard but i juSt KNOW that you Will defeat this Pain and thats a fact i know that you are SO SO FULL OF LIGHT AND GOOD AND KINDNESS❤❤❤ EVEN WHEN LOOKS LIKE THINGS WILL NEVER GET BETTER THEY GET AND I BELIEVE BECAUSE I LIVED THIS it's ok I'm here talking to you because I went through this for years and it seemed like the pain would never end, the feeling was that I was in a pit of darkness and there was no way out because everything seemed so bad and dark that it didn't seem like it there's no way out, but there always is, this seems like a motivational cliché text that you'll find out there but in fact it's all real, I was SCREWED at everything that was possible and everything was falling apart but with time things become clear and everything it makes sense and if you're feeling bad about yourself that means you're not as bad as you think you are, if you think you're bad it means you're not bad, really bad people don't care. there is always change and we can always change, and only I KNOW that you are a VERY VERY VERY AMAZING AND LIGHT AND GOOD AND KIND AND VERY AMAZING person, this world needs you, sometimes it seems that the world is bad, without sense is an infinite darkness but for people like you that proves to be a lie, this world is good and even frustrating it is good people are good by default, I didn't have anyone but people just show up AND WILL APPEAR!!!! YOU WILL LIVE SO MANY AMAZING EXPERIENCES AND MEET SO MANY PEOPLE WHO WILL LOVE YOU SO MUCH WE WILL LIVE TOGETHER WE WILL ❤❤❤❤ i love you and me and more other LOT of people believe in you and will allways believe❤️❤️!! Doesnt matter what we will believe

[@amandamandamands]

You could also add in the wild card, is it burnout

[@grownosis]

Facts!

[@brightam]

Alright those who’s depressed. You shouldn’t look back. It ain’t worth it.

[@0IFinI0]

"when we lose our emotions we can't heal until we find it"

[@NefariousNegus30]

Honestly, I’m not sure. I have OCD, which makes it very hard to enjoy things. My thoughts plague and invade my mind involuntarily, and it makes it difficult to experience joy. But I also get a sense of sadness from it, and it makes it hard to tell if it’s depression or not.

[@peacehope7365]

I've got OCD too. It's a thief of joy 😢

[@my_life_be_like.]

if only my parents saw this

[@Penshotris]

Reminder that you should always get a diagnosis from a doctor, Not an internet source.

[@FondsRL]

Thanks but for me to get to a doctor will takes some time since i am young and cant make an appointment my mom is kind of apart from since she is in love with the worst person ever and is turning into him and my dad is dealing with anger issues my sister who i usually went too when i felt sad is getting her own home and my brother is already "gone" my grandpas are dead and my grandmothers i dont see a lot my best friends just went away from my school so i find peace on the internet by talking with other but no i cant do that bc then i am "adicted" to my phone then i bought a pc to play games but that pc is now at my moms home yes my parents are divorced cant get worse? No it can one of our cats is gonna be gone bc its my sisters and she is moving nobody wants too see me cry bc i am a boy except my sister but she is gonna go away sorry for repeating it constantly but i am struggling so i put my problems online but i know people will call me a pick me and when i hide it i am emotionless when i talk about i am attention seeker and when someone reads this they dont care that eliminates. Every person i trust and leaves me with. Noone to talk too except if someone wants too but i dont wanna talk to people online bc i am young and just a "kid" so who cares "only teenagers and adults are depressed" my friend group is dying and so am i my hopes are gone and no i am not suicidal so dont worry about that but i dont know what is happening I commented this underneath your comment and i hope someone finds this and gives me advice but this comment is probably gonna rot away bc noone has a big enough attention span to read this all and i just cant stop writing its like i am trying to tell myself my entire life on a piece of paper

[@FondsRL]

I cant seem to leave this comment section bc i am waiting for help its like i am screaming help in an bottomless pitt even though everyone that can help are standing around me

[@inupradhan3571]

@eXinit

[@laurajohnson9741]

Depression is like drowning but going deeper and deeper but everyone around you is breathing

[@js.josippp]

I just want a young therapist around my age because they understand me much better than an older person. But yeah, you really help a lot too Ali. Thanks.

[@quocminhngo7161]

yeah in public my family treats me like an angel but when im home they just slap and scream at me i try to make them be nice to me but it never works So yeah i already know im sad😢

[@gilnahnu]

i'm sorry to hear that :( i was also depressed because of abuse from parents.hope the best for you.

[@TheMaltianRobloxian]

If you guys are in school you can start by telling the teacher or the principal or someone. It helps a lot, trust me. If you already finished school then you need to gather the courage to tell a doctor. That helps even more

[@dutube99]

if it's really bad, leave if you can. Don't be abused.

[@aliy8100]

So is there a way out of depression cuz lately I can't take it anymore it's eating me alive !

[@CringeF4ngz]

Bruh this is making me cry Everytime theres a video to see if im sad or depressed i tend to cry.

[@Its_ezzahk]

I don't know why but I came crying watching this 😢

[@Eunoia445]

Thing is, I've experienced hard-core depression with every symptom. Headaches and tiredness etc, I was pretty sad and I've been consistently sad for years after yet now I'm JUST sad and angry and unhappy but all the other symptoms aren't very present.

[@noradaniels1250]

Thank you doctor for explaining the difference in the simplest way.

[@noneya1666]

Somethings I'm still happy with. My relationship I'm still happy to be in. But I'm noticing I'm disliking lots of things I used to love to do. I loved drawing but now I barely draw, and rn as I'm trying to draw I'm just.. not able to focuse on it much. I only leave my room really to eat and got to school. And my parents keep telling me to come out of my room more. I don't want to tell anyone about how I'm feeling because I've learned that nobody will. I went to therapy a lot between like 9 to 12 (I'm 16 now, almost 17). I've been through a lot.. having to parent my siblings and dealing with mental abuse is just absolutely wonderful... I have terrible self esteem..

[@noneya1666]

Things hurt to do at times to.. typing all of that hurt my shoulders...

[@SamridhiJoshi_7777]

And what sucks during depression is having no one to talk to🥲🥲

[@markinigobinuya9351]

“Do you still enjoy the ways you used to?” No, the last time was in 2016 when I was six years old

[@Whos_Aesthetic_magda]

I’ve been going through depression for years. I’m still going through it..

[@terramorphous9876]

I’m here for you if you need anything.. I’m going through it myself

[@shiggles1201]

I cannot simplify your take any further, however, I'd like to add from what I've experienced throughout the years of constant struggle and relapse with depression; Is that no matter how hard you try to pick up new hobbies or try to motivate yourself back to being productive like you used to, it will always drag you down because like what you said it 'evaporates joy' whether you are trying to get back into old interests or new ones.

[@kaizen_5091]

"Sadness makes you feel down, depression evaporates joy" _wow, this distinction makes it so much clearer to help discern how to manage what you're feeling and experiencing.

[@Yourfeet649]

Your right I’m SAD BUT SAD STANDS FOR SPICY AND DELICIOUS AND SLAYING ALL DAY

[@arsonisticone]

I’ve been experiencing a rough time for a while and it hits me off and on. Keeping myself busy really helps with everything though. Thanks for clarifying the two!

[@1stfire_shadow]

This is where I’m at. Nothing I normally do brings me joy. I don’t even have the care factor to want to change my circumstances either, the only reason I did look this up is coz everyday I feel more empty

[@guitarreilly]

Worst thing is I’ve come to the conclusion it’s incurable. I’ve never been in the same rut for the last 12 years since I was 18. Now 30 and it’s worse than ever and I can only see it getting worse let alone better.

[@choonleiniyo]

I wish i could have a real conversation. I have no friends and my parents brush me off all the time. I just want to talk to someone. Doesnt have to be about anything like this I just want to feel human

[@hey.aidid_]

Many people literally confuse these two words. Thanks for clarifying

[@notmebutyou8350]

He's right. You have very little motivation. There's so much I need to do right now, but I just dont feel like it. It took me almost two weeks to do something as simple as laundry. It's really hard to get going.

[@mannyspeed1873]

I find the things I used to enjoy are not making me happy but I still have motivation for things.

[@amberts180]

That absolutely is a great question to ask to differentiate.

[@UncleJakey9]

I’ve been feeling the same way since i was a young child. My family is the only reason why I haven’t done it yet.

[@FylreazDontCare-_-]

My dog got ran over today. Im just lookimg for videos to cheer my up. Thank you so much.

[@kreestyle8986]

Thank you, perfect explanation. ☀️

[@123roru]

I used to enjoy going out and hunging out with my friends. Now to enjoy my friend's company and actually feel like I'm having a good time, I need to drink alcohol. I do not feel motivated and feel lost in life and can't sleep well during nights because I feel anxious. I am drowning.

[@flippydippy6587]

“Do you still enjoy things the way you used to?” Hit me like a train

[@LydiaIsMe03]

Used to love school, lost my dog. Been sad since. Used to love cooking, lost gerbil. Been sad since. Lost a bunch more and uncle is currently dying and I'm sure it's depression.

[@TravisNott1]

Im 15, ive been battling depression for about a year now, i had no one but myself to rely on, my family didnt help, i had no friends i was comfortable with, but right now im recovering and surprisingly it bc of the voices in my head, i have d.i.d as well and they are like a family to me now and with their help I'll be fine eventually

[@ninatheperson]

Really sorry to hear about that. I hope things are going better

[@kenmorrisproducer]

Sadness is a feeling. Depression is a state of being. That’s how I understand it.

[@olliexlivi]

I’ve tried to talk to my friends about my possible depression, but they say I don’t know what it means and that I’m so dramatic. This reassured me that I am not over dramatic.

[@toastmithut3323]

thx you, I asked this myself alot and now, I know the awnser, thank you Doc :)

[@ameenreads]

Much clear thank you. I am going through this situation now a days.

[@monopolybillionaire5027]

Society runs on the highest gear, it feels like everyone is racing through life and im stuck still and its terrifying because i cant do what is expected of me.

[@Allen__hydraxian]

I get burnt out easily and become depressed and yes, I have lost interest in things I like, and I feel like things are not the same😔😕

[@mkdutta9428]

It's like you try a thousand ways to feel good but nothing happens and it drains more energy and end up feeling more low

[@gilnahnu]

my depression was so bad i didnt want to get out of bed. it took all my energy to wash my face, brush my teeth, and to take a shower. i cried all the time

[@peacehope7365]

I am usually such a clean and tidy person. But mess is starting to build up around me and I don't have the will to deal with it. Having been here before, that's always a warning sign for me

[@Thefemininewithinsharika]

Thank u for this, it means alot! ❤

[@Alexis_005]

That makes a lot of sense. I experienced sadness before and confused it a lot with depression. Until it became clear two years ago when I was diagnosed with a chronic condition what depression really is. You feel numb, and wonder if you’ll ever experience joy again. It manifest physically, you feel heavy like you simply cannot move. It’s a scary feeling of wondering if life will have meaning again. Almost like you are just existing, not really living. Thankfully I’m out of that dark place, I’ll never want to be there again.

[@TheMaltianRobloxian]

I think I'm at the start of the cycle and don't know what to do. Don't know how I got here since I have loving and caring parents. Please tell me what to do, and telling my parents about the feeling is just the hardest thing to do right now.

[@jayyang236]

When you are depressed, your just trying to survive when everyone around you is living

[@user-uo1sm3mt4o]

“How does depression feel?” Feels worse than death

[@SiimplyHalloween]

Had depression quite recently due to feeling like nobody liked me lol. Nothing was entertaining anymore, I had no friends that I felt I could trust and genuinely just felt sad. I went to my grandparents for a month with family and it got better, but now that I’m home, I’m starting to feel these feelings again. I rlly don’t want to go back to being overwhelmed and hurt. Anyways, sry for dumping all of this on a videos comment section lol

[@catholicfemininity2126]

God bless you guys. Praying the Rosary brought me out of my depression as I cried out to God through his mother. I know most of you probably aren't Catholic Christian. But this helped me, if nothing else helps, please try this. Because I have healed, especially from anxiety too.

[@Slezl15]

Had depression since 6th grade broke me never felt sadder than today

[@pauldeatherage6112]

Yes,,, everything evaporates except depression,, and for me there is also a wave of extra depression that comes every 6 weeks to 2 months,,, going thru it now

[@PopoPEEPEE]

Bro this question u just asked made me cry internally so hard. I just don’t know. 🙂

[@jamie-bn5kj]

i don't even remember what i used to enjoy ://

[@bald_pilot]

Are you struggling today? Going through the hard times on your own is so hard but it's okay... You're doing a great job!

[@upstatenewyork]

That question “do you still enjoy things the way you used to” has to be updated to something better. It’s a very old question and many people never enjoyed things to begin with. Using that stupid question confuses people, makes them over think and over analyze “uh, gee..do I enjoy things like I used to? How about “ even though you feel down, is there anything you like do that makes you happy while you are bummed out”.

[@D4na14]

I feel miserable and depressed honestly and when I reach out to anyone they think I’m faking it- the only thing I need is to talk to someone.

[@ninatheperson]

It’s okay to seek help

[@trublgrl]

Thank you, Doctor.

[@annoyingscum]

I just hope when all this is over all the things I used to love will feel the way they used to

[@anshtalks182]

Radheradhe❤️🙏🏻psychologist counselling for sure helps❤️🙏🏻

[@darcikilpatrick1485]

i cant even convince myself to get off my bed and couch. what do i do?

[@peacehope7365]

I totally understand. Been there. Almost there now. It's really hard. Just keep breathing, keep yourself going, and know that this too shall pass. I guarantee you will feel better in time. I've been in this cycle many times. Hang on in there

[@melanievanhamme562]

“Do you still enjoy things the way you used to.” Me thinking if I ever really enjoyed anything…

[@user-tz4dj6qt9u]

I go to work everyday, talk to my friends/co-work, and everything seems normal on the outside, but when I'm free and alone I feel unmotivated to do anything..

[@ohyouknow23]

I will never enjoy the same things over a span of time because I lose interest, for example I use to like and enjoy to bake but now I like and enjoy gardening and baking feels like a chore, I am forever growing and evolving. If I stick to asking myself why I no longer enjoy baking my mind will tell me something is wrong and I will get sad and eventually depressed once I convince myself something is wrong. Instead I must embrace change with a warm embrace and accept that things change and it is ok it is part of my journey to Wisdom.

[@doves5457]

Yep change is natural

[@Wills2084]

The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. -Nelson Mandela

[@odontologiaesteticaeharmon1692]

YESSSS YOU ARE AMAZINGGGGG❤❤❤

[@user-ew8ww5fu5q]

the last phrase is like saturn losing its rings.

[@garvitagandhi1637]

I can cry every hour. I don't feel like going out of my house. Even if I do go, I get so tired I end up sleeping or fatigued the rest of the day. Nothing really matters to me. I feel like everything around me is just there. I feel emotionless. Nothing really makes a difference to me. It doesn't matter. I live in my own subconscious all the time. I am pretty sure this is not how one should feel. And I should do something about it. But it circles back to not having enough motivation to actually do something about it. Idk if this really depression or laziness.