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We have people asking us all the time, "How are you?" But we know that they don't actually want a response. We usually reply with something generic and move on. However, when we are so used to giving these automatic responses, we tend to internalize our emotions and let the stressors eat at us.
There are so many people who suffer from depression and anxiety, and I am one of them, but I have found that being alone can exacerbate those feelings. I love my job, but writing isn't something I can do with others, and I find myself isolated in my thoughts. Normally, that isn't a problem because I write, and it's almost therapeutic for me. But sometimes that isn't enough.
I know we live in a busy world, and it's hard enough to take time for ourselves, let alone give time to others. But I'm pleading with you. Please check on your loved ones. Find out how they are really doing. The happiest and kindest people could be suffering the most.
So, please know this is me asking you, how are you doing?
I am doing okay. I have someone coming from the state department of education to observe me tomorrow and I’ve been internalizing and all the sudden have imposter syndrome (again). I work in mental health and I find it humorous that people think I am immune to suffering from it. But I do. I am actually in a medicine conundrum. Current debating getting off meds so I can start to work through some traumas and I need to be able to feel my feelings. But that’s a little scary.
I enjoy being alone but also can understand how it’s not always best for me, because I tend to isolate to excess. This is why I am so thankful for you…
You and I are so alike. I suffer from depression because I feel I got robbed of my life by arthritis. 9 operations since 1994 till now has been too much. Then, I have anxiety because of having to miss so many family events. I try my damnedest to not get all wound up but at 73 , my thoughts go to I AM NOT PROMISED TOMORROW SO I BETTER KEEP GOING LIKE THE ENERGIZER BUNNY.
Lastly, having you in my life!!! OMG!!! YOU ARE ONE MASTERPIECE OF A HUMAN. 😇💖❤️💙💙💙🌈
I also understand change in medication. I had been on one for years. It was still working. But I got where I could not swallow it. Choking at home by myself is not great. Took a while to find one that sorta works. So I stick with it. I hope your new one works better. And I agree so many people don't want to talk about their depression. Thank you for bringing it up.
You asked. So I will answer. I am doing pretty good today. A lot of the reason I am doing well this year, is you. You interact with your readers and we become friends. That means so much to me. And through your Facebook pages I have become friends with other people. Such as Shell. I also suffer with depression. So all interactions help. Now I will ask you. How are you doing? Is there anything I can do for you? And I am sincere with my questions.
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