The Depression Creeps in
We all have them. Those days when depression creeps in, wrapping around us like a heavy blanket we can't shake off. I know I do.
Sometimes, it's not just days - it's entire weeks where everything feels like it's moving in slow motion. Where getting out of bed feels like climbing a mountain, and the simplest tasks seem overwhelming. And you know what? That's okay.
I have moments where sadness just hits me out of nowhere. Like a wave you never saw coming. One minute I'm fine, and the next, I'm fighting back tears for reasons I can't even explain. And those old habits? Yeah, they slip back in sometimes. The ones we thought we'd kicked to the curb. They have a way of sneaking back when we're vulnerable.
There are also these strange days where I feel... nothing. Absolutely nothing. Just emotionally numb, like I'm watching my life through a foggy window. It's like being stuck in limbo, neither happy nor sad, just... existing.
But here's the thing I've learned: having mental health issues isn't something to be ashamed of. It's not a weakness or a flaw in your character. It's part of being human. We're allowed to have days where we struggle. We're allowed to not be okay sometimes.
The most important thing isn't about never having these moments - it's about how we handle them. It's about recognizing when we're sliding down and reaching out for help. It's about having tools and strategies to pull ourselves back up.
Remember, it's not about how many times you fall into these dark spaces. It's about not building a permanent home there. Take it one day at a time. Reach out to friends, family, or professionals. Write in a journal. Go for a walk. Do whatever helps you find your way back.
Because these moments? They're just that - moments. They don't define you. They're not permanent. And while they're part of your story, they're not the whole story. You're so much more than your bad days, and you're stronger than you think.
Just keep swimming, keep moving forward, and remember - it's okay to not be okay sometimes. What matters is that we keep trying, keep fighting, and keep believing in better days ahead.