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I’m having a hard time finding something to look forward to each day

Posted by triciaann99 @triciaann99, 5 days ago

I’ve been on a bad depression for the last three years. I’m very lonely in this having a companion. I am somewhat functional during the day, but what keeps me going as I know that I can take my sleeping pill at night, Ambien and get a good nights sleep. That is what I look forward to for so many years my doctor now has tapered me off Ambien because she believes I have abused which I have to an extent.
I am on Wellbutrin for depression. I don’t see that is helping, but I am just wondering what others do to make it through the day and what they look forward to because I have lost so many of my interests.

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mmwagner46 | @mmwagner46 | 3 days ago
In reply to @berekann "@kayraymat and if you have a library card, most libraries have Libby and hoopla which have..." + (show)
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@kayraymat and if you have a library card, most libraries have Libby and hoopla which have audiobooks and e-books and magazines and other things that you can just download to your phone or iPad or Kindle. There is a wealth out there,

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@berekann Yes, you can listen to books on libbyapp.com. If you like exciting mysteries, read anything by Freida McFadden. If you like historical fiction, you must read or listen to Kristen Hannah.

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daveshaw | @daveshaw | 3 days ago
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@dlydailyhope thank you so much for your reply. I wish I had the energy right now to give a proper response. I am so tired. I’m actually too tired to eat right now, but I will try to get through the day, I mean, I will get through the day I am 63 years old. I’m struggling with sleep. I wish more than anything right now. I could just nap but I can’t. I need to get something to give me some energy so I can go to sleep at 8 o’clock and feel rested for the next day. Thank you so much for your reply. I need to have grace and gratitude. I have three beautiful children and I will get healthy for them.

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@triciaann99 It sounds like you are suffering from depression. Have you seen a psychiatrist or been treated for depression. It is nothing to be ashamed of but rather something that can be controlled with the proper medication.
I suggest you go see the movie “Road to Nowhere “ about Bruce Springsteen and his battles with depression. With all his success he still battles it to this day. Depression never truly goes away but get help and you can enjoy life. Taking the first step is the hardest
Good luck to you.

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triciaann99 | @triciaann99 | 3 days ago
In reply to @daveshaw "@triciaann99 It sounds like you are suffering from depression. Have you seen a psychiatrist or been..." + (show)
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@triciaann99 It sounds like you are suffering from depression. Have you seen a psychiatrist or been treated for depression. It is nothing to be ashamed of but rather something that can be controlled with the proper medication.
I suggest you go see the movie “Road to Nowhere “ about Bruce Springsteen and his battles with depression. With all his success he still battles it to this day. Depression never truly goes away but get help and you can enjoy life. Taking the first step is the hardest
Good luck to you.

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@daveshaw Thank you for suggesting that movie I really like Bruce Springsteen I had no idea he was suffering from depression. I put it up in my queue and I hope to watch it maybe tonight or tomorrow!!

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daveshaw | @daveshaw | 3 days ago
In reply to @triciaann99 "@daveshaw Thank you for suggesting that movie I really like Bruce Springsteen I had no idea..." + (show)
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@daveshaw Thank you for suggesting that movie I really like Bruce Springsteen I had no idea he was suffering from depression. I put it up in my queue and I hope to watch it maybe tonight or tomorrow!!

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@triciaann99 It is only playing in theatres.
It is very inspirational.
I suggest anyone suffering from depression should go see it.

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SusanEllen66 | @SusanEllen66 | 3 days ago
In reply to @daveshaw "@SusanEllen66 Try reading. I started reading after my wife passed away and I have become a..." + (show)
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@SusanEllen66 Try reading. I started reading after my wife passed away and I have become a voracious reader. I rarely if ever watch TV anymore and realize what a waste of time it was for so long.
Working out whether water walking, long walks or going to the gym make you feel good.
I still take my antidepressants but reading and exercise makes for a great life.
Good luck to all of you.

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@daveshaw thanks Dave. I no longer can read. I have a few other physical issues that have blessed me with neurological problems like the double vision they have not been able to completely help me with. A very short attention span, extreme fatigue, and a few other “fun” things.

I don’t watch TV either. I do watch videos on YouTube. I like the ones I can learn from.

I’ve been working on my “Family Tree” for over 10 years. That keeps me very busy.
I volunteer to help others via Zoom meetings.

I keep as busy as I can.
I attend church on Sunday, and spend time with my Savior, Jesus.

Thanks Dave!

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SusanEllen66 | @SusanEllen66 | 3 days ago
In reply to @scottrl "As @SusanEllen66 suggests, try something creative. A journal, poems, photography, cooking, or even cultivating house plants...." + (show)
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As @SusanEllen66 suggests, try something creative.
A journal, poems, photography, cooking, or even cultivating house plants.
Being disabled myself, there's a lot I can't do.
But I have a YouTube channel about my stroke recovery journey, plus I help family and friends with writing tasks (I did a lot of corporate writing in my career), and I have a couple of plants that I care for.
I really enjoy watching the plants grow. Every day they change a little.
Sure, I wish I had a big adventure planned, or that Hollywood would call for my life story. But I take progress where I find it.

Good luck!

My YouTube:
https://m.youtube.com/@srlucado/videos

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This is what I do…
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AZ | @equanimous | 2 days ago

It is hard to have interests when feeling depressed. I would ask your doctor for a medication evaluation to explore whether there may be another med that may yield better results. One thing that is easier said than done is to start exercising. Even if it is for 5 minutes a day. Start slow. Go out for a walk and appreciate the beauty nature has to offer. Build up from there and let the endorphins find their way into your life. I am sending you good energy. You can do this!

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joycecates | @joycecates | 1 day ago

As hard as it may be, and I am guessing here that you aren't already doing this, move as much as possible. I know when you are depressed, (I suffer from this as well), any movement helps. Start slow if you wish, just start, and applaud yourself when you do it. You can do simple exercises, chair exercises, depending on you limitations, etc. It is so very important to move. It is probably one of the best things to help with depression. Utilize You Tube for videos on exercising with your capabilities. I can tell you it helps. If you have a senior center you can go to, that is very helpful in being with other people. I wish you many blessings and hopefully you will feel better.

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