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A Bad Day

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Written by lifesucks 26. Feb 2008 01:45 AM

It started last night when I was concerned about the well being of another deppie. After learning that they were ok I left chat and went to bed. I forgot to take my medication.

Already feeling confused over the events of the previous evening I woke up feeling quite low. I had a really busy day at work today with more work being piled on top of me.

I had to leave work early for my therapy group. I managed to get there on time but then couldn't find a parking spot so still ended up late for the third week in a row. Today we looked at our relationships with people and how the sexual abuse we experienced as children had affected how we relate to people. I was teary a few times during our group and when we finished I decided to head straight for home as I knew I was not going to be able to hold it together for much longer.

That wasn't far from the truth. I got home and went to turn on the computer. While that was starting I went to say hello to my son but he was not in his room, not even at home. His bike was in the garage so I had no idea what had happened to him. I tried to phone him but got no answer. About 15 mins later my husband came home and I told him Aaron wasn't home and he said he was working at a different store tonight. Nice of someone to share that information with me.

For some reason I started to get even more upset and I found myself feeling really insecure with my current relationships. I guess something was said that struck a nerve with me but still haven't totally identified what it is.

I still worry about not being good enough and letting people down even though I have been told a number of times that I am a good person. Not so long ago I was talking to someone on chat about how I was feeling and I thought that this person was interested in what I was saying. It sure felt that way at the time. They started having computer problems and apologised to me however they used someone else's name. I realise that computer problems are something that we don't have control over.

That has now left me feeling as though how I feel really doesn't matter. Were they just talking to me because they felt as though they were obliged to. I don't want any sympathy or any one to feel sorry for me. I would just like people to be honest and not take the time to start a conversation with me if it is not what they really want.

The purpose of this entry is to try to explain how I am feeling at the moment and not to make anyone feel bad or guilt about what happened.

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Comments from the community:

Hi Jenny,
I am around the same age as you but I am single with no kids. I read your story and yeah - you have been through a lot a hell of a lot. I won't pretend
that I understand - Nobody can unless they have been through it. But you seem like a decent person, so please don't take anything that happens on Chat personally. A lot of Deppies feel that way in Chat, but it has no bearing on YOU as a person.
You DO matter, your feelings matter too. We are a wonderful community here and I hope you can find some comfort and support as I have. People here are here for you!
Hope you feel better soon.
Cheyne

Written by hippiechick, 26. Feb 2008 02:26 AM



No matter how many times i tell you, it won't sink in, you are a beautiful person and you are wanted for you. I know about the name mix up, but hey, a lot has happened to you and you are just super sensitive at the moment. Doesn't change the fact, that Deppies do want to talk to you, but you have to throw yourself out there more and join in.We'll work on that and in time we wont be able to get a word in.
On the topic of not good enough, gee girl, you're great and should have no doubts there. Besides if noboby wants ya, I'll put my hand up, cause I can't live without you in my life.
YES PLEASE, I'LL HAVE YA!!!!!!!!

Love Ya Jen,
xxxxxx

Written by lesleyk, 26. Feb 2008 07:49 AM

Life

At least you got to group and got through it and found out about your son. You need to tell him to talk to you when he is working so you don't have to worry about him. Nothing wrong with worrying - it is a mother's role but you don't want to become obsessive about your son and what he is doing. Just tell him you care about him and would like to know where he is going/working.

Please remember to take your meds - you will find you will have such side effects as you got today.

Go Life!!!

Studying1

Written by studying1, 26. Feb 2008 04:50 PM

PS Life

If there is too much work for you to do, deligate if you can or speak to your boss/manager because you don't want to be seen as not meeting your deadlines.

Go Life!!!

Studying1

Written by studying1, 26. Feb 2008 04:51 PM