Hi from a girl who isn't coping

[BattleNo_5]

Hi everyone

im new to this forum. In fact any forum. Never done this before but here it goes!!

im hoping to talk with other people who have similar probs.

i have battled depression and possibly bipolar for over 10 years. I struggle with coping with the many many demands on my life and sometimes just want to give up. Most of the time I pick myself back up on my own and battle on.

im just sick of fighting this. Every time I get better it comes back.

hoping some of you might have some good words or just a listening ear??

Maybe I might be able to help others in a bit, but I need to get strong again. Just seems to get harder each time.

Peace out ✌️

[white knight]

Hi Battle. Welcome

I assume there hasnt been a duagnosis which it absolutely crutial. Without one everyone is guessing.

You have a gift- insight. Those without insught are nit as lucky. So that helps.

I found that it is easier accepting ones illness as being lifelong and any improvement is a bonus. This means that battling away at the triggers, the meds, the therapy will help reduce the down times. Eg

Pre meds I had a down period every 3 months that lasted an agonising 2 weeks. Once meds took hold this reduced over time, to a few days every year or so.

Everyone is different thats why psychs are so important.

Begin with your GP. Be open minded as tgere are many illnesses, some similar in symptoms and crossover symptoms to.

Again welcome here.

In the meantime google these

Topic: the balance of your life- beyondblue

Topic: the timing of motivation- beyondblue

Topic: life on the herdy gerdy- beyondblue

Tony WK

[blondguy]

Hi Battle

Good on you for posting!

TonyWK has great advice above.....and he is spot on...you are insightful...that is a rare quality to possess....

I understand where you are coming from as I have had depression for 20 years but the good news is that the symptoms of this debilitating condition can be reduced....starting with the visit that Tony mentioned....your humble GP.

I still see my GP every 4 weeks for a tune up. The first few years were a major pain for sure. I know it sounds odd but I hope you can 'accept' your depression instead of fighting it. Fighting depression can sometimes exacerbate the initial symptoms. Its like having a broken bone...we cant fight it...it will only add to the problem/ailment.

If you do have a good GP they be a huge help as they have much better training where depression is concerned.

Thats only my humble opinion though and what has worked for me. I have also had chronic anxiety prior to the depression for over 10 years and worked in a senior management role whilst having both illnesses.

Yes...I do have a good listening ear Battle 🙂 The forums are a safe and non judgemental place for you to post too

There are many gentle people on the forums that can be here for you 🙂

I hope you can post back when convenient

my kind thoughts

Paul

[Evilnut]

Hi Battle welcome to the family remember one important thing your never alone someone's is here (YOU). I have been challenged with mental health challenges most of my life in out of hospital, married twice, three children from 38 , 35 , 10 three grandchildren two boys one girl. I am just a normal person like you reaching out for help. I am very happy to meet you as I hang around with winners, the meaning of a winner is a person that will go that extra mile to succeed. You have proved that to me with one post if there were more people like you the world would be a happier place. Hi Paul 10/4 good Buddy from the three of us, Battle if you ask Paul what I meant by the three of us he will explain he is a true champion of the people your in good hands here as I am only a new be like you the champions will try and guide you out of the darkness just listen with an open mind to suggestion's try putting them in to place sounding easy already lol OK by for now from all thee of us 10 / 4 roger over and out, evilnut Wayne

Bye

[BattleNo_5]

Hi tony Paul and wayne

thank you for replying to my post. Very wise words from all of you thanks.

i do see a gp who is great, but after all these years I feel like I'm never going to escape it or the other issues in my life.

ive been in and out of hospital/psychiatric hosp for years although not for about 5or 6 years as I've learnt to seek help earlier rather than wait until I don't want help. So yeah I've been diagnosed with major depression and bipolar disorder but I don't know about the bipolar being right.

i just can't cope with everything in my life. Son with autism who is nearly 18 and violent. A husband who is an alcoholic to cope. My parents are both unwell with degenerative disorders. And to top it off I have type one diabetes which I've had for 15years.

i keep getting up but I just don't know that I can keep doing it.

Im not sure with posting this reply here. Should I have put detail stuff here or not?? Tried to interpret posting rules and tips but I'm not sure.

Seems rude to not reply to your wonderful posts.

thanks again

😞

[Guest_5809]

Take every min and hour as it comes. Have no expectations except self care. Big hugs.

[Evilnut]

Hi Battle just love that handle makes me laugh. You are one of a million with so much on your plate and you keep on rolling. About posting I have not read rules the way I see rules is providing you don't mention drugs , self harm, I try to keep to just talk like you would normally without swearing or personal attack's. My thread is miracles do happen, you may find it a helpful. I keep reading the thread I post on to chat with the winner's that have helped me.

Cheers for now am about evilnut Wayne.

Bye

[BattleNo_5]

Thankyou

[BattleNo_5]

Thankyou

[blondguy]

Hi Battle

Thankyou so much for posting back and the super kind feedback too! You are very kind but you dont have to reply to every thread if you dont want to. This is your thread and if you want to post or reply thats great but if you arent up to it that just fine too 🙂

Your posting is great. You can provide detail if you wish to or not. I am sorry that you are in such a bad place with your son and husband. That would be a huge drain on anyone's mental health.

Can I ask if you have any support from any friends at all? Having even a small support network of 1 or 2 can be a huge help in feeling better and having some peace in our lives.

I really hope you can stick around the forums Battle. Lots of kind people here for both of us

I hope your day is good to you 🙂

Paul