I have been in a depression since my father died last year. We have had to sell our home and move to a much smaller place due to losing his income. I am older but lived with my parents to help them because they are both ill. it has been an ongoing struggle
it was a good task kind of makes you look at your self
no was a good one thank you
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How are you doing today?
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hello I am ok how are you?
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I am well, what's on your mind?
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well as I stated above my father passed last year and now due to finances we need to move. I am out of work due to Covid19 it is hard moving not being able to support my family
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So sorry to hear about your plight. Life is a roller coaster and sometimes it gets out of control, I hope things slow down so you can get things straightened out.
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thank you! I find myself so stressed then I get scared and depressed wondering what will the future hold will we be ok will we take another hit will I get sick will my Mother be ok
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I understand your concerns about being stressed, scared and depressed. The risk of family getting sick is certainly valid.
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it keeps me up at night and I cant seem to get away form it even for a moment
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I too worry about things I feel I cannot control, the lack of sleep due to this just makes it worse so I try to think of positive things, but its hard.
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yes and its always in the back of my mind burning. Like don't be to happy because things are going to fail
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Its hard to stop those negative thoughts, but the first step is sharing your feelings with others and talking about it. You are now on your way to healing.
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It does help to talk about it with someone who doesn't judge
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I can see in your words how stressed you are and troubled.
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This whole covid thing makes it 10 times worse
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May I suggest that you seek some face to face support from a best friend or close family member.
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easier said then done I'm high risk so I have been social distancing
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Its still possible. Social distancing, six feet away but in maybe your backyard or even a park away from others so you can talk with some degree of confidence that its private. Just being around another person is so very supportive and positive. Please try.
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maybe but I need to be carful plus honest I dont want many people to know about my feelings
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True. Remember, you are not the only one facing these troubles, others are tackling it too. Try also to google online support groups on Reddit and blogs for additional assistance and suggestions from those who faced it and succeeded. Doing what others did to overcome it means not having to reinvent the whole process on your own.
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maybe an online chat group
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That's the way to go. Keep seeking help. The right solution is there for you. Now you have a plan to get started.
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well I don't know if its a plan but an idea just knowing I'm not alone helps
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Yes, it a problem so many people are facing. My own family members are facing this too.
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Reflection of feelings,Self-disclosure
yes I know and with covid so many are depressed stressed and sad
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I read a few articles on Psychology today website that might help you also. They discuss how to control stress and overcome depression in this world of COVID. Written by some doctors and they are free to read.
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thanks I will have to look online take your suggestion
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You are welcome. You are on your way.
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thank you for your kind words
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It was my pleasure.
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