Depression ??

[Joy10]

Do I have depression or am I just lonely? My life is bland. I get up have breakfast and either play solitaire or watch tv. I just don’t have the interest do do anything. 

[geoff]

Hello Joy, unfortunately we can't diagnose anybody, however, if you're able to eat breakfast that's good, but if you have lost interest in wanting to do anything, then that could be a sign of some type of depression or at least the beginning of this illness.

Depression can lead to loneliness and loneliness can certainly develop some MI, and it can start by feeling as though no one supports you or agrees with what you have to say.

Playing solitaire and watching tv are a good distraction, but if I could ask you, how is your eating and do you sleep well.

Geoff.

Life Member.

[ecomama]

Hi Joy, welcome to the forums. 

Perhaps it's tedium? 
Doing the same things day in day out can become tedious for anyone. 

Is there anything you'd LIKE to do with your time that brings a spark of joy to you? 

How are you doing today? 
Love EM

[james1]

Hey Joy10,

I suppose my thoughts are similar to geoff and EM. I'm also wondering: does your current lifestyle bother you, and if so, may I ask what bothers you about it?

For some people, breakfast then solitaire or watching tv is the perfect day. My mum actually hates doing anything, and I actively keep my friendship group really small. So I don't want to make any assumptions about your preferences, but it sounds like you don't like your current situation and want something different. In which case, I'd love to hear what it is you think you would want instead.

James

[Richju]

Hi Joy10,

I think depression and lonliness are interchangeable and you do sound very lonely. What has hapoened to you? I wonder if you are frightened of others or you don't trust them. Perhaps a counsellor could help you feel better about yourself and help you to feel safe to join with others. I realise it is frightening to make the first move but it gets easier the more you try. It maybe a good idea to start with telephone counselling with Beyond Blue or Lifeline. I used to fear others but I've come to realise that there are many lovely people out there. I hope that you'll eventually discover that too. But I congratulate you for making a start by posting on this Forum and hope to hear from you again very soon.

Warmest regards,

Richju xx