Posts Tagged ‘Depression’

About five years ago, I was diagnosed with depression. A major depressive disorder, to be more specific. Not fun at all. In fact, it was quite depressing. And don’t get me started with the judgment and the shame, both self-imposed and freely inflicted by society. Nobody likes to be diagnosed with depression. But for me?…

Hopelessness is one of the main characteristics of depression. Since coming out about my experiences with depression, I’ve been blessed with many good days and months, and I’ve mostly been on the bright side of the street. I’ve been feeling a lot more hopeful. Many people have reached out to me, sharing their own stories…

I stood staring at the tiny white pill in my hand. I was supposed to believe that this pill would alleviate my pain, my fears, my inability to function, my sadness and disconnection from the things I loved, my extreme and disturbing thoughts about life and death. It took me a few minutes to swallow…