Depression/Anxiety Talk

Anyone else feel like juggling grad school and work makes your brain feel constantly “on”? I’ve been feeling super wired lately

What’s the hardest part of explaining anxiety to someone who doesn’t get it? For me, it’s the random physical symptoms. What’s yours?

Happy Friday everyone!! What is everyone excited about?? I'm going to a concert and attending a party with friends. So excited to socialize. :)

My job search and career is driving me to self-harm. I am harming myself, because I hate my job with every fiber of my being and I can't find a new one to save my life. I know the job is driving m… more

I just started an intensive outpatient therapy program, and it feels like a lot to juggle with work. I’m not sure yet if I should tell my employer or keep it private. Has anyone here shared that with … more

Come to Jesus. Yes, I understand you have probably heard this before and you think it isn’t helping you in the immediate need, but believe me that it really does. It should always be the very first … more

Hi I'm here to ask if any of you had to go throug some sort of mental health rehab and was thinking that wasn't receiving enough support from family etc.

I had to go through a lot lately and I'm afraid… more

Dealing with financial stress is adding to my anxiety over my job! I get sick to my stomach when I look at my credit card bills at times. :(
Can anyone else relate?

Anyone else secretly counting the days until they can quit their job? I’m at that point where I know I need change but feel stuck on the how. What small moves did you make first that actually helped y… more

I just turned 18, but I still don’t have my Social Security card, ID, a job, or my high school finished. A lot of it is because my mom never signed me up, and on top of that I’ve had to take care of m… more

I’ve always been on the shy side, and sometimes that makes it hard for me to speak up or feel fully confident in new situations. I’m working on it, but I’d love to know, what are some things others ha… more

Having a lot of anxiety and depression involving my job. I know I should be grateful that I even have one, but it's hard to feel that way when I'm constantly near tears or sick to my stomach. … more

I have basically done the same job for ten years and am full of regret.

I am 35 and only recently learned you're supposed to use your twenties to 'hop around', try new things, build up contacts and, o… more

I hate most holidays other than Halloween. Is anyone actually looking forward to the big holidays coming up in the next few months?

Finally got out today for a nice walk. Felt good to get out and feel the fresh air on my skin. I'm very much a home body so if I don't have to go anywhere I usually won't choose to. Anyone… more

Weekend vibes: Give yourself permission to rest. Anxiety can be exhausting, so what’s one way you’re recharging today?

Let's be real—the wellness industry is a billion-dollar business. Does 'self-care' sometimes feel like a luxury that's out of reach? What are your thoughts on the pressure to spend mon… more

It's easy to get caught up in the big struggles. But what's a quiet, small moment of peace or joy you have experienced recently? A sunbeam on the floor, a good cup of tea/coffee, the sound of rain!… more

I’ve been looking into more comprehensive mental health care options, like Nema Health and similar programs that seem to provide a high level of support. I’m curious if anyone here has tried something… more

How do you all pray?

I have been reading some poetry lately, and this line from a Mary Oliver poem really hit me: 'You can have the other life, the one in which you are not a burden.' It perfectly captures how my … more

Struggling with some interviews due to not having as much technical or software skills as I should at my age. I am training and learning some on my own, but I feel like employers mostly want actual wo… more

Happy Friday you guys!!! Name one thing you're looking forward to this weekend. For me, I am taking a mini vacation to the beach. Def in need of some sunshine and relaxing. :)

Well, I could write a book on the interviews I'm getting lately! At 72 I'm being told, "Put all of your experience on the resume." The last interview I went on the interviewer was re… more

Well my vacation time is dwindling away and I have not done anything with it but play games and watch TV. Can't seem to get motivated to do anything. I guess there's nothing wrong with that bu… more

I want to make self care a regular practice instead of just a once in a while thing. For those of you who do this, what do you recommend, spa memberships, facials, or maybe something else that works b… more

I love my work bestie. He makes me smile and makes work tolerable most days. Do you have a work bestie or work husband/ wife?

Just sent another application to another company through Indeed earlier today. Only to just now have it turned down. In just a matter of hours. I don't know why I even bother applying for jobs at … more

Has anyone else said something rude or did something out of character due to depression or anxiety? For me, I ended things with my partner since my mental health was deteriorating so quickly. I though… more

How do you deal with things outside of your control?

I read about a study that found people feel less alone when they include personal details in their posts. Do you notice that too? For me, sharing even one small thing I’m dealing with makes this space… more

By Wednesday I feel like my focus is gone and I’m dragging through the day. Do you ever feel that midweek slump? What helps you get your energy back before Friday?

What do you do when you’re completely stuck in life because of things outside of your control?

I went to therapy today for the first time with a new therapist. Hoping this will help me out mentally. Who here has benefited greatly from therapy? I'm also wondering what areas of my life to bes… more

Zoloft is helping :)