Depression and Anxiety

[Tabascocat]

Hang in there, it will get better. Women can make any man crazy in the long run if you let them get to you. Take up a hobby of some sort to keep your mind off things or go out and get some exercise, preferably outdoors like hiking or cycling.

If you like the water, try scuba diving........it will consume you once ya fall in love with it

 

[Rockport]

If you’re in South Texas, come on over and I’ll take you out fishing.

 

[lukin2006]

If you’re in South Texas, come on over and I’ll take you out fishing.

I’d love that ... add a cowboy game in the mix and that’d be a perfect weekend.

 

[Ranching]

If you’re in South Texas, come on over and I’ll take you out fishing.

I'm in South Texas!!!

 

[Bigdog]

I am sorry to hear that you are going thru this. Like everyone has said exercise, surrounding yourself with family and friends and think positive. You can get thru this and it will make you a better person. I know it is tough but things will get better. Whatever you do do not resort to illicit substances to heal your pain because then you have another issue to overcome. I am there for you if you need support.

 

[lukin2006]

I am sorry to hear that you are going thru this. Like everyone has said exercise, surrounding yourself with family and friends and think positive. You can get thru this and it will make you a better person. I know it is tough but things will get better. Whatever you do do not resort to illicit substances to heal your pain because then you have another issue to overcome. I am there for you if you need support.

Thank you...after 25 years with the same person...kinda leaves me lost.

 

[lukin2006]

Hang in there, it will get better. Women can make any man crazy in the long run if you let them get to you. Take up a hobby of some sort to keep your mind off things or go out and get some exercise, preferably outdoors like hiking or cycling.

If you like the water, try scuba diving........it will consume you once ya fall in love with it

I’ve tried scuba diving loved it ... always wanted to get certified...

 

[CalPolyTechnique]

Do you have any pets?

Getting one, especially a baby animal can be fulfilling.

Animals never let you down.

 

[Ranching]

Do you have any pets?

Getting one, especially a baby animal can be fulfilling.

Animals never let you down.

Amen to that!!

 

[lukin2006]

Do you have any pets?

Getting one, especially a baby animal can be fulfilling.

Animals never let you down.

I have a beautiful 6 year old black lab...her name is remi, she’s never lets me down.

 

[Trouty]

You hang in there, Lukin. I've been through some of the battles you've described. There's life and hope and dreams and beauty in your future. Keep on keeping on, brother, I promise it gets easier no matter what.

Such wonderful feedback in this thread.

 

[Longboysfan]

Yes. Try to break out of the things that lock you into your depression.

 

[lukin2006]

I'm so very sorry lukin to hear of the many losses you're experiencing. Life can throw some serious curve balls at you and it tries your resolve. I think being depressed is a normal reaction but please realize life continues and things do improve. You will look back three, six and twelve months from now and see how far you've come where your lowest times seem like a lifetime ago.

I've been there including being significantly impacted by the Sandy hurricane, went through a divorce with a young child and lost my father in a 6 month period. You need to look within yourself, stay strong and know things do improve.

There are many good suggestions here from your CZ friends. If you're finding it hard to connect with others during this time, another avenue I might suggest is this website https://www.meetup.com/. You would not believe the many groups of people with like interests out there and it is a great outlet to meet new local folks and do things together that you enjoy. Just a suggestion and is a great way to keep busy........

Very sorry to hear about your losses...

Thank you for the suggestions, I will check that web site out...

 

[lukin2006]

You hang in there, Lukin. I've been through some of the battles you've described. There's life and hope and dreams and beauty in your future. Keep on keeping on, brother, I promise it gets easier no matter what.

Such wonderful feedback in this thread.

Thank you for your kind words...

I know it will get better....I just take it one day at a time...

 

[DFWJC]

Stay in counseling. The meetup suggestion is good too.
Things will turn for you eventually.
Really sorry for all you've been though. So strange how it comes in waves at times.

 

[MileyDancer]

I deal with depression. I have it under control now, but 2 years ago I swallowed a handful of sleeping pills when I was drunk. I didn't care if I woke up, or not. I used to self medicate with marijuana, which made it 3x worse. Marijuana being good for depression is completely false. Hang in there. I woukdnt wish this **** on my worst enemy.

 

[lukin2006]

The positive is my wife has agreed to marriage counselling...we had our first session, it went well.

One day at a time is now my motto...

Thanks to all for the amazing responses...

 

[lukin2006]

I deal with depression. I have it under control now, but 2 years ago I swallowed a handful of sleeping pills when I was drunk. I didn't care if I woke up, or not. I used to self medicate with marijuana, which made it 3x worse. Marijuana being good for depression is completely false. Hang in there. I woukdnt wish this **** on my worst enemy.

Sorry for your difficulties...

It’s so good to hear from people who winning the battle

 

[Trouty]

The positive is my wife has agreed to marriage counselling...we had our first session, it went well.

One day at a time is now my motto...

Thanks to all for the amazing responses...

This is huge and awesome. If both of you have open minds and are committed, how awesome. Good stuff, Lukin.

 

[MileyDancer]

Sorry for your difficulties...

It’s so good to hear from people who winning the battle

I went to a psychiatrist, and found the right combination of meds. It helps tremendously. If it gets worse, I'd look into that route.