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Introduction
Hi,
This is my first post and I’d like to instroduce myself.
My name is Drew and having after 40 years or more I’ve been confronted by my long term depression. I was one of the ‘proud men’ who could not admit to what he thought was mental weakness and decided putting on a brave face and a fake smile was the best way to deal with problems.
For the first time a major life changing event has made me realise I need and have needed help for some time. I have begun the long journey towards self respect and although I’m far from sure I’ll make it but admitting my problems feels like a major step forward.
There is only one bit of advice I can give from my experience - if you are suffering from depression/anxiety don’t pretend it will go away - deal with it by asking for help. If I’d have taken my advice when I was younger I would not be in the frightening place I am now.
Thanks for reading my post. It has been a cathartic experience for me to admit my problems publicly but most of all to myself. I have challenged myself to find or do one positive thing improve my self worth every day - if you’d care to join me it may help us both.
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