@taylorwatkins13

Your name rings a bell, I might have replied to you. I looked back but didn’t find your post. I’ll have to make a more intense look later.
I too was depressed, at least that’s what my doctor said. I always had a handle on my emotions but while reading a letter I started to cry and cry again while watching a sad movie. First let me say I understand people are unique and some need alternative therapies. I was criticized for saying this in the past but I sincerely believe it to be true so here goes. A UPS man delivered a package to me and we were talking about depression. His son was depressed. He told his son “You have a choice, you can be happy or sad, it’s up to you.” I truly believe that’s true. I thought hard about that and stopped my medication. I feel you need to believe in yourself and have confidence. I feel when you dwell on yourself you’re going to be miserable and/or unhappy. When I developed Epilepsy which was very severe from day one I didn’t have my emotions in order and had a nervous breakdown. I kicked holes in nearly all doors in the house, painted my bedroom black, threw my TV out my bedroom window and it only got worse from there. I was a raving lunatic. My parents took me to a couple Psychiatrists but nothing helped until my Dad got fed up. After he fixed all the doors the window, helped me repaint my room and even bought me a new TV which I certainly didn’t deserve. Then he sat me down (Probably not to gently either) and told me “How the Cow ate the Cabbage.” Maybe your family needs to tell you “How the Cow ate the Cabbage.”
Were you once social and withdrew from that? Were you always depressed? You must know why it’s hard to make it threw the day. Maybe you do need to see a doctor. You might need medication to get over the hump but don’t keep taking it and using it as a crutch. Your going to have to face your problems. You have no choice about that if you ever expect to regain true happiness. Remember, you only get out of life what you’re willing to put into it. Don’t be afraid to ask God for help, “With Him all things are Possible.” I’m sure you know how to be happy and I have faith that you’ll succeed. Please keep us informed.
Wishing you the best health and happiness ever!!!