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[Cedric]

Hi

I am new to SANE.  I am looking for some connection and some strategies to help me manage life with severe depression and some physical health issues.  I have not worked since March 24 and everyday is a struggle.  Friends and family try to show empathy but are busy with their own lives and I feel isolated and just so sad and sick all of the time. 

I hope that I can find something positive through these forums 

[tyme]

Welcome to the forums @Cedric ! You are certainly not alone in experiencing these feelings. I look forward to reading what the community has to offer.

Once again, welcome!

[oceangirl]

Welcome @Cedric 

You're not alone in how you feel. I too suffer from severe depression. A hint to communicate with members please put @ in the front- the members name will appear, or you can type it.  

Do you have structure in your day? How are you managing day to day?

We have a great supportive community here. Please reach out for support from us. Hope to see you in the forum. Take it easy OG

[Gremlin24]

@Cedric hello and welcome. I hope you find some connections here as it's a great community. I too have severe depression and other related mental health issues and some health issues aswell.

Are you hoping to or looking at working again?

Always happy to have a chat if you need/ want to. You are definitely not alone in what you are going through and we are here to support you 🙂

[IceSkater]

Welcome @Cedric , glad to have you here 😊
I’ve also struggled with depressive symptoms (as one of the aspects of my PTSD), and understand how isolating it can be to feel that way. I also get that feeling of how hard it can be to get through each day – it’s so heavy but invisible to others. 

You mention that you’re looking for connection and strategies – is there anything you’ve tried up to now that has or hasn’t worked for you? Re work, do you think you want to go back to work, or would alternative programs etc be something you’d be interested in?

good on you for taking the leap and reaching out here, there is definitely hope and ways to get there ^_^

[MJG017]

Welcome to the group @Cedric, I'm sure you'll find a lot of supportive people here who understand what you're dealing with.  It's so difficult when you feel so isolated so hopefully we can help you feel a little more connected.

[BPDSurvivor]

Hello @Cedric how r u today? I just read your post. 

when I was unwell, I used these forums to connect with other ppl and I found ppl understood. And when I reach out to others to support them, I feel better in return.

do you have any hobbies?