Could somebody help me please?.....I'm falling into despair...?
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As a previous poster mentioned, winter/overcast weather can indeed affect one's mental outlook...as I know by experience.  I always have a harder time studying in the Spring semester.\n\nHowever, by using the word "despair," you seem to indicate that your problem might go deeper than that.  What else is going on in your life now?  Things which maybe are unconsciously worrying you, or not working out as you planned?  \n\nIs your main problem a lack of interest in the material you are studying?  Have you always enjoyed it up till now?  \n\nMost colleges have some sort of guidance/student affairs office which staffs counsellors that might be able to help you, or that you could at least talk to.  I know at my university the Student Counselling Center even advertises by asking students if they feel the way that you describe, and invites them to come talk to them.  Or if not that, you could even talk to your academic advisor about problems you may be facing with your coursework and your motivation.  \n\nGood Luck\n\nNote:  you mention additionally that you are Hindu, and have trouble when others question your beliefs.  Is there a Hindu group where you live that you could talk to, or get advice on how to become stronger to spiritual attacks?  \n\nThe most helpful thing for anyone in despair is to find someone supportive to talk to face-to-face--even if they can't offer mucn practical advice, just having them there to listen can be helpful.
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I can't even imagine what you're going through.  I wish that I could help you!  I'm sure you've tried almost everything, you might have to invest a bit of money to find him.  Sorry I'm no help love, but I truly hope and pray that you find what you are looking for.
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Hi, I'm really sorry that you're miserable, its quite hard to advise you without knowing what is making you so unhappy; if youre lonely then i would advise to try to get out there and mix with others because there are so many lonely people all wishing they had more in life, how about pen friends or chat rooms? anyway i hope things improve for you soon.
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Pray......ask someone to pray with you.........i'll say a prayer for you!\n\nOtherwise.....get together with some positive and uplifting friends.....go do something fun......\n\ndo something good for someone else.......its odd how that will boost your spirits........\n\nsmile at someone!\n\nif it gets too bad.....see your doctor about a possible antidepressant to get you through a slump......or maybe a counselor to help you resolve whatever is making you so unhappy\n\nMay God bless you with His love and happiness!
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If you can't seem to get back in control, try calling the distress centre. They are located in the Emergency section of your phone book. The individuals who answer your call know what you are going through and are great at giving you any local referrals you may need, or they are available just to listen. Don't be too hard on yourself, as this WILL pass. Good luck and God Bless.
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I am in the same boat as you.  Trying to figure it out.  What cannot be cured must be endured.  Keep strong.  Looking at your life without that other person there feels so empty and cold.
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Contact Social Services asap, they WILL be able to help you, even the very same day in most cases, especially as you are also becoming ill and stressed with all the pressure being put on you. CPN's are not very good in my experience (I have had a lot of experience)
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yeah i'm having a bad day, i feel so alone and so unhappy at the moment so i think i'll go window shopping on ebay and maybe watch a good film. know what you mean about the booze that usually cheers me up but i'm off it at the mo.\nhope you have a better rest of the day, good luck
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patrick, have you tried talking to a therapist?  a friend, your minister (if you have one), or even your family physician.  They say, that which does not kill you, makes you stronger.  Good Luck*
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Hope someone can help you.
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ive read your profile and previous questions and for whatever reasons i believe you are deeply unhappy within your self-depression if you like-actively find solitude,get comfortable and try to focus on one thought only-as your mind clears search for the root of your problem,try to identify the real source-elect a way to change it to your benefit-take action,no matter how small .you will then have begun to fight back and feel better about yourself and this in turn with each action you alone make to affect the path of your destiny-as is your right-will give you back the control you feel you may be losing-and hopefully have you feeling like smiling again-its worth a try,good luck.x -remember "a journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step !"x
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Aww! I feel so bad for you! Talk to your doctors all you can, to find people in the same boat please try some of these free sites! www.healthyplace.com\nwww.psychcentral.com\nwww.mytherapy.com\n \nGod bless you, and shower you with hope! :)
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There are a number of things to try:\n* If this has been going on for more than two weeks, see a doctor.  Medication can help.\n* Confide in someone, hopefully someone older and wiser.\n* The music and exercise do help, actually, it's been proven, but it will help more if you do it steadily, like 30 minutes a day.  Don't wait until you're depressed to do it.\n* Call a friend\n* Try volunteer work - it will give meaning to your life.  You can find it through www.volunteermatch.com or by putting in your zip code to www.pointsoflight.org.  If you work with people who really have it tough, you'll have an easier time counting your blessings.\n* Especially volunteer on Christmas Day.  It makes the day go faster.  If you can't figure out what to do, visit a nursing home or a veterans hospital.  They can really use you, and people will appreciate it.\n* Look up a poem called "Resume" by Dorothy Parker: it will make you laugh!  Or try any kind of humor, jokes or cartoons.\n* You need to get out of your head and off your pity party - you can change your life, but you need to choose to do so.\n\nBTW, personally I give blood.  It makes me feel needed, that someone out there can live because I stick out my arm for a few minutes.  It also makes me appreciate that I'm healthy.
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Sweetie, you are not alone. If I was there with you I would give you a big hug and you could have a good cry. Then I'd feed you ice cream and just sit with you. Maybe we could go outside and enjoy the sunshine if you felt up to it.\n\nLook at all these people who care about you! Please reach out for help again--like you have here. There are community call centers run by caring people who can help people like you who feel suicidal. Please, look in your phone book. Or go to the hospital or urgent care health center.\n\nOr check out www.samaritans.org.uk/\n"Samaritans is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide."\nhelp available via:\n-phone\n-text\n-email
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hey i really wanted 2 help u out.. but...\ner... i don understand ur q....\nplz... don feel bad...\nsorry...
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Well, a coworker suggested that I might be falling into a light state of depression. When I asked her why she said that. She said it is because she has noticed that I don't "fix up" anymore and I hardly ever smile anymore. She said she could tell that I don't care to be around people like I use to. When I thought about the things she was saying, I realized that she was right. I have been hurt and very disappointed within the past year or so. And now, I found myself at the point where I think negatively almost all the time. It's like I really don't have the energy or the drive to do anything besides go to work (and some mornings, I literally have to force myself to get dressed to go to work). I've just been down in the dumps. Do any of your symptoms sound like mine. No, I haven't been to a doctor and got his diagnosis, but I am pretty sure that it is depression. I seem to cry a whole lot and get bothered very easily. I am hoping that this thing will pass on its on without me having to seek any professional help. Maybe we could keep in touch and try to encourage each other through this. If you need to talk to someone, don't hesitate to contact me: clearlovepink@yahoo.com.
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I'm saddened to hear that you live in this state.  Sounds like you were traumatized a year ago.  I've been through this. It's a horrible feeling. Asking these questions and reaching out for help shows that you are beginning to come out of it.  To return to reality,  face your troubles no matter how much it hurts.  Talk to a counselor, pastor, friend, teacher.  Continue to ask questions if it makes you feel better.  I wish you a bright future!