Let’s talk depression.
I’m born into this generation where no one shows sadness. I know this very well because I’m a part of it. It’s just a social norm. But today, let’s be real.
I had a bad phase in life few months ago. I wouldn’t call it “depression” but, just another low point in life. I cried myself to sleep every night, then go to work next day as if nothing happened. I work myself out so hard so that I can collapse to sleep every night without needing to go through the arduous process of drowning in self-pity then go to bed in tears.
Being a hard-headed person, no one knew what I was going through except some of my closest friends. Even now, to post this on social media knowing that people will read and know that I was “weak”, requires a lot of courage. But I consider myself blessed. There were storms and chaos inside of me and I still can hold myself together as it passes by.
Looking back, I wished that I was able to talk about my emotions without afraid of being scrutinized. I am so afraid to burden another human being with my silly emotions I chose to swallow them all.
But we are humans. We are made up of a galaxy of emotions.
It is okay to be sad. It is okay to be depressed. As long as you are willing to open yourself up and seek help.
Humans are lovelier than you imagine. Your friends and family are more than willing to help you through your down times. If you have no one, there are therapists, there are mental health volunteers, and hotlines literally just a call away, all ready to help.
Remember, human nature is kind and gentle. So if you think you’re depressed, open up. Open up to someone, anyone, and I promise you it will all get better.
Let us X out the stigma on depression, together.
#XoutMentalHealth #EliminateTheStigma #MMIMentalHealth
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Two years ago, this morning, I learnt about Robin Williams' suicide. Such a terrible loss. It was all just very sad. I don't know what goes through a person's mind that makes them think that ending their life is the answer to their problems. but I guess this is what depression/bipolarism is.
I'm not good with words. And this feels awkward to write. But I felt like I had to say something.
If you feel suicidal, talk to someone about it. You don't have to go through it alone.
There is such a stigma with mental illness that I think makes people so scared or afraid to admit they have a problem, that they don't seek out help. Help is always there, even if you feel like nobody cares. There are hotlines you could call. There are people who can help ease the pain. Killing yourself should not be the answer.
Always know that your problems and how bad you are feeling are just temporary, fleeting things. Ending your life is never the answer. Seek help.
I love you all.
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