Having a rough week with depression

1w ago1 min read

The mornings are the worst. I just don't want to get out of bed. My kids need me and my wife is doing her best but I can feel like I'm letting everyone down. Some days I wonder if they'd be better off without the burden of dealing with me. I know that's the depression talking but it feels so real in those moments. Been on meds for a year but this week it's just hitting different. Anyone else go through cycles like this?

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DDanielRegular1w ago

Hey man, I hear you on the mornings being brutal. That's when it hits hardest. Have you been able to talk to your wife about how you're feeling? Sometimes just saying it out loud helps. Rooting for you.

BBrandonNew Dad1w ago

You're not letting everyone down, man. The fact that you're even worried about your kids means you care deeply. Those mornings are brutal but you're still showing up, and that matters more than you think right now.

DDanielNew Dad1w ago

Three kids here and I've been in that exact dark place. Depression lies to you about how much you're letting people down. Please reach out to someone if you haven't already, whether that's your doctor or a counselor. Your family needs you healthy more than they need you perfect.

LLarry K.Regular1w ago

I'm still in the thick of it with my 3 month old and even on good days mornings feel impossible sometimes. Have you talked to your wife about trading off who handles the first wake-up? Even just one day a week where you don't have to immediately be 'on' might help.

DDerekRegular1w ago

The mornings are the absolute worst for me too. What's helped is setting like one tiny goal for the morning, not even getting out of bed yet. Just something small. Some days it's just drinking water. You're doing the right thing by reaching out though.

RRonRegular1w ago

This resonates with me way more than I'd like to admit. Your kids need you, and your wife needs you to take care of yourself too. Have you looked into talking to someone professional? No shame in it, really helped me.

MMike C.Regular1w ago

You showing up for your kids even on the rough days says everything. That's the win right there. Depression lies to you about how much they need you. They need you exactly like you are right now, rough week and all.