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Hi, @bykrchic -- getting out of the house, connecting and exercising all sound like great tactics to help relieve some of the symptoms of depression.

If you feel comfortable sharing, @bykrchic, do you also have a diagnosis of depression? If so, how have these tactics helped you?

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Yes I do and I take meds to help it all started I’m sure years ago but the big thing was I retired all of the sudden and I had estrangement issues with my son I felt like I lost my whole world as i knew it and I was so lonely I still am at times I know when I get up in the morning and I make myself get some exercise and I eat well and connect with the friends that i do have now I can feel happy again.i still struggle with this sickness still but I am trying now and can see the light mostly now so I’m thankful and grateful for that

@bykrchic Oh my, I am so sorry about the estrangment with your son. There is so very painful. You are far from alone in this. This has become an epidemic our country. There is a very good book ( and probably more) on the market. I send you a hug and tell you this...you will survive this and it will get better and there are some things that you csn do to help yourself. 1. Remember this:you can't change anyone else. 2. You can change how you react to the situation. 3. There is support because so many people are going through this. 4. You will always love your child, relationship or not. Keeping writing, Please. Be blessed!

How are things going, @bykrchic?