Very depressed and scared..

Krista..

As I read your comments on how you felt during the last relationship, what I hear is you making all the adjustments and carrying all the pain.

What's wrong with that picture?

Maybe you didn't say it to yourself out loud yet but, that's why you ended it.  I think most of us would have done the same.

I have been married for almost 41 years and, I have to say it's not a 50/50 proposition, it's 100/100.  Each partner has to give 100 percent to make it work.

If you are dealing with chronic illness, you don't have 100 percent for yourself, much less anyone else.  And that is where the partner should have picked up the slack.

I'm sure it hurts; cutting an emotional bond is like taking a knife to the soul.  But you will heal and there are better days ahead.  Be patient.

Hi Krista,

First, realize that it's hard to combat both the depression and drugs at the same time and, if you're feeling worse, it might be the drugs.

Lack of sleep is a real problem, as it helps to blow our problems out of proportion.  Aggitation can be the result of the drugs and/or lack of sleep.

Take a warm bath, with candles, get your jammies on, find a happy movie and lay down for a nap, for starters.  If you have kids that need attending, see if you can get help for a while, as you rest. 

Get a good meal (comfort foods) going inside you and lots of fluids also.

This Will Get Better.  Tomorrow Will Be Better.  You Will Heal.  That you Can Count On.  But, we need to be a bit patient right now.  Let's just get you through today.  Ok??

Find something that you like to do, and that has made you smile in the past and do it.

Keep us posted; we're all concerned for each other.. !

Krista, you said something and didn't even realize what you said..

"I hope..."

That's the way to make this journey.. hope in tomorrow.

When I lay my goofy head down on my soft little pillow at night, sometimes I say, "Dang.. !  I'm glad THAT's over with.. !"  haha..

Now, let's not just Hope tomorrow is a better day... Let's start planning what we can Do to Make it better.  Instead of being reactionary and letting the day happen to us, let's focus on being PROactive and take control of our activities, to the best of our abilities.

Start tonight, before you go to bed, to plan your activities for tomorrow and make them things that will soothe your soul.  An afternoon with a gal-friend at the local stores, a movie, a new blouse, a new hair style, get your makeup done at Macy's, a purchase of a special new tea at a local tea house, buying that special book you wanted then coming home and cooking yourself a treat.  Take up quiliting, knitting, take a trip to your local Art's and Craft store and buy a bird house and spray it your favorite color.

Which brings up another point.  Our moods are affected by colors.  Think about the color of the blouse you put on.. does it make you feel good or sick? 

Well, the list could be endless but, I hope I've given you some ideas.  The goal is to take charge, instead of being the victim of the depression.  Part of depression is feeling that we are not in control of our circumstances.  Begin small and you will start to feel a sense of pride again and, pleasure in something you've done for yourself.

Good luck and keep us close.. :)

Hi Eja

I'm sorry to hear all the issues you are trying to deal with right now, but its really good you are in therapy right now and that is it helping. I know how you feel when you said you don't have the guts to leave, its a very tough decision to make. I ended the 2 year relationship I was in and now I'm going thru depression and guilt even thou I know I made the right decision, he is very angry with me right now even thou I have tried to talk to him over and over again and he didn't want to hear it. I tried to end it a few times but always went back or backed out of leaving. What finally made me leave was that I realized that this relationship wasn't healthy anymore I was depressed and not happy and I didn't want to live like that anymore, I know I am still depressed but I am working on me now and working towards getting back on my feet. I know once I get thru this now I will be happy again. I have good and bad days yesterday was awful but today seems a little better, I have a docs appt and than my gf and I are going shopping I am going to buy myself some new clothes.

Eja you have to ask yourself "do I want to live with way for the rest of my life" if he doesn't see a need to work on the marriage or make changes it won't work it takes two, as Raindance said it takes 100% for both of you not you doing all the work. You won't have to leave your kids they can go with you most of the time kids are given to the mom unless there is abuse etc. I know its not easy financially, when my marriage ended I was worried about that also I am on a disablility and didn't know how I was going to survive. It all worked out in the end because I got child support and spousal support so there is a way to work it out financially.

I know how your feeling eja its not easy and very tough decisions to make, stick with counselling and work on yourself and down the road you will be able to make those decision for what is best for you. Everything will work out they usually do its just right now we don't se that.

Thanks for the advice yesterday everyone, it did help me get thru the day.

Good luck Eja and keep us posted

Krista