Finally told someone I'm not okay and it was terrifying

Dec 31·1 min read

Admitted to my brother last weekend that I've been dealing with depression and anxiety for like two years. Expected him to tell me to "man up" or whatever. Instead he told me he's been on meds for five years and goes to therapy. We just sat there talking about it for an hour. It was the weirdest, best conversation we've had in forever. Why did it take me so long to just ask? Anyway wanted to throw this out there in case anyone else is scared to be vulnerable. It's actually okay.

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JJordanNew DadJan 1

Been there. After I finally admitted it to my wife I realized how much energy I'd been spending just hiding it. Like suddenly I could breathe a little. Have you thought about talking to a professional too?

EEd R.RegularJan 1

That takes real courage man. Telling someone is honestly the hardest part. My brother is the one who finally got me to talk to someone too and it changed everything. Proud of you for doing that.

LLuis H.New DadJan 2

How did your brother react? I've been thinking about opening up to someone but I keep convincing myself I'm just being dramatic about the whole thing.

DDom F.RegularJan 2

This is huge. Seriously. The fact that you pushed through that terror means you're already doing the work. Keep going.

FFred J.RegularJan 2

Two years ago I was in the same spot you are now. That conversation with my brother was the first domino. Now I'm on meds and actually feel like myself again. Really glad you're taking this step.

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