Down and Out

What can I do when I’m down and out? When no one cares what you’re depressed about. When you can’t find a friend to lean on, You realize all the good ones are gone. So many times I want to scream and shout, I can’t help it, that’s how it is when you’re down and out. A day late and a dollar short to me is a way of life, I can’t handle confrontation, it only adds to my pain and strife. I don’t know how farther I can go on, It’s hard to surrender knowing you were once strong. I once thought I was a winner beyond a shadow of a doubt, That only worsens the pain when I’m down and out. I guess this is the way I was born to be, How sad knowing this is my destiny.

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Adogslife · 61-69, M

1) Understand that depression is normal, but not something to wallow in,

2) Love yourself,

3) You have to exercise and maintain a reasonably healthy diet. If you’re not sure what that is, just try to limit carb and sugar intake.

4) Get out of the house. Talk to people.

5) Find a hobby you love or have forgotten and do it!

6) LIMIT the intake of drugs and alcohol.

7) If the depression lasts more than a few days, or is overwhelming you, see a therapist. There’s no stigma. That’s bullshit. It’s no different than going to the Dr to help combat the flu.