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if there's anything we can do.
ETA: Just to let you know, many of us, including myself, have been through that deep, dark tunnel known as Depression. Just know, you are not alone and many of us are able to empathize from personal experience.
For you and all on DU who care
Peace, love, truth and happiness! Try to stay positive! 
Be well. Lots of people here really care about you.
we are always here for you and yours.
Been there too many times. Glad things have eased for you, AK. 
... the first thing I lose is my ability to judge my own mental state.
For that I must rely on family and friends.
I'm fortunate to have some good ones, even a few internet friends I've never met in person.
Take care of yourself.
I think many struggle with dealing with the large numbers of problems we are facing as citizens, as a species, etc. I know that I do. We must realize that we have to do what we can and try to let the rest go. It's easier for me to say than do. DU is a great help as I can vent some of my frustrations with others in the same boat and work toward fixes.
I am glad you are doing better.
I'm so glad you're doing better.
As someone who also suffers from depression you have my sincerest hopes that you continue on your recovery. However, please come in to check on us every once in awhile.
Remember, the porch light is always on here.
I must say your post is beautifully written, so thank you for the post and update.
Sometimes we all need to let go of the bad and focus on finding the good.
Keep up the good work.
youre not alone 
so always remember that.
the worries, problems, and just plane ole ugliness of the world gets to a lot of us at some point in our lives..
its called having a grasp on reality, whether you like it or not
because guess what.. the world IS cruel and backwards a lot of the times...
but oh man o man.. those few sweet moments of happiness and eyes wide open to the beauty all around you... worth all the depression that usually dominates.
again, know you aren't alone and never will be in how you feel just remember to keep enjoying those rare beautiful and wonderful moments and cherish them when life is really giving you heavy doses of reality
glad to hear things are on the up for ya.. and hope they continue that way
So glad to hear you're getting better and feeling better! I always think of something Skittles once said - "someone's always here." DU will buoy you up!
HUGS!!!!!
As someone who has struggled with anxiety and depression for a long time, I understand.
Love you! Your journey is written so eloquently.. I'm so glad you've come such a long way out of the depths of depression to getting ready to tackle whatever "through truth, love and all that good stuff".
You're an inspiration, sweetie~
Peace, Love, and Aloha, Cha
I'm happy that you're doing better.
Thanks for the thread, AtomicKitten...speaking of kittens here's a cat attacking a dog to protect the son of his/her master.
I believe this cat was definitely atomic.
& Rec !!!
Peace...
We're all pulling for you.
I'm sorry I missed your threads; I would have liked to have given support too. I know about Depression. I know that feeling to, when the sufferings of the world (and the animals and environment; those are big for me too) are just too much to bear. Our emotional baseline is already set to *Pain*.
Glad you're working on recovery!
Although it may not seem like it, others have gone through similar experiences. I have.
The world is getting better. It only seems irredeemable because we hear about bad things happening everywhere. Yes, life has sadness, but there's great joy as well. Please take time to acknowledge the good.
Don't ever forget: no matter the time, day or night, somebody is here for you. Online friends helped me through bad times and we can do it for you.
Hugs! 
Your very presence in the world does more good than you know.
I can't tell you how nice it is to see you again! I'm sorry for all of your travails, but am so glad you're feeling and doing better, and look forward to your return! Hugh!1! for you! 
One of the most important things we can do for others is to work on ourselves.
it is a peaceful and open little oasis in a busy urban hood.
it is already covered in green, tho i havent started to plant. raspberries and strawberries are running for more room, and the little bit fruit trees are blooming.
you can grab a warm handful of feathers, and sit with a chicken in your lap, in the shade of the house yard.
my life is pretty cracked open right now, and my little farm is my connection to the planet, and to my community.
you would be sooo welcome.
hit my sig link, and come visit.
