So, most of you know i have been struggling lately and to be honest im not getting any better.
So many problems i either cant solve or have no idea what to do.
Work, family, money, so called friends, loneliness and now hearing we could be facing another lockdown. I dont think i can cope 
Hang in there my friend. I use to think I was the only one struggling with these feelings during the pandemic and the restrictions on our lives. But more and more people are admitting how they feel and that they are struggling. Talk to your friends and be open with them, i am positive they will react positively. Speak to your GP or Mental Health practitioner at your local medical centre, they will help with both talking therapy and medication as required. Just close your eyes and ask for help, you will be glad you did. Stay safe and talk to people openly and honestly. Good luck
I dont have many friends, the pandemic revealed that to me. Am already on meds and have tried most other methods. Feel like im stuck, just want to disappear
There is always more to do, if you are on meds then you need to speak to your gp and these reviewed, doesn’t sound like they are working. There are lots of variation out there, you just need to reach back out to the gp.
Try looking online for various websites that help with wellbeing during the pandemic, they are there and you just have to find the help that works for you.
Disappearing is not the answer, have courage to hang around and ask for more help. Most people if they are honest will admit they are struggling to some extent during these horrible times. Good luck
@zombifiedguy you can talk through any worries with us, we are impartial, non-judgemental and we have a wide variety of ages and experiences to call on. Don’t suffer in silence.
Theres not much in my town, i reached out on facebook if there was any social or hobby groups but got no replies.
I have been on one medication after the other for almost the last year. None seem to have any major effect so im starting to wonder whats wrong with me
@zombifiedguy I’m glad you’re talking to us. I’m so sorry you feel like that, but as others have said, we’re here.
I suffer from depression and a year or so ago my meds weren’t working for me so my doctor changed me to something else. My ‘new’ meds work on both serotonin and norepinephrine rather than just serotonin and they really have made a difference. Not sure if that might be worth exploring?
I would recommend speaking to a GP too and maybe seeing about some counselling or CBTs?
Please don’t give up, things will get better xx
@zombifiedguy, best of luck mate, I hope you get on ok.
Im trying, i honestly am but ive been fighting for ages and getting nowhere, if anything things have got worse. Will look into new meds but that adds another few months onto things.
I hope we don’t mate best thing to do is to get in contact with someone and tell them mate, they may not be able to take all your worries away but they may ear your stress level! There’s a massive push for men to open up mate see if there are groups that can help you mate all the best sorry for your situation hope you find some help mate .
@zombifiedguy stay strong.
Well done for speaking out, far too many people don’t and it gets worse for them.
Getting the right support is crucial. Speaking to your DR would be great for the medication and don’t forget about groups/charities such as Samaritans.
Finding a hobby is a cliché but it might be worth a shot. Even just going for a walk can be great for clearing the mind; it’s one of the reasons I enjoy running.
Sorry you are dealing with so much, hugs. You will always find support here and always remember you are not alone. Easier said then done but as someone whose struggled so much and felt so a alone before and lost so many “friends” I get it and always make my self available for those in need. Cause sometimes just have someone listen can make you feel not alone so ya come here when you need and if I see it or you post at me i’ll always reply when I see it.
Thank you, i appreciate it
Oh I’m so sorry you’re struggling. I personally was ok - Ish during lockdown as I’m a total hermit and love my four wall fortress but I’ve got kids and the husband with me (though there were times I wished I could have some peace!).
However since returning to work I’ve struggled massively with pandemic paranoia. I’m always scared, I feel sick most mornings (no I’m not pregnant it’s anxiety) and I get myself so worked up about it all. Added on that my kids are now back at school and I’m terrified of anything happening to them…
I’m a paranoid, stressed out, upset mess. I’m actually hoping for a second Lockdown so I can keep us all safe.
You are not alone, the pandemic does things to our minds and I seriously feel the media are to blame.
I’ll second that! Most of the news is supposition and they always look on the bleak side to “sex” up the news.
Just a quick update to say i feel things have got worse. Feeling more depressed and stressed and no idea what to do
@zombifiedguy sorry to hear that, not sure what i can do or say to help, but if you need to talk go right ahead.
So sorry to hear that @zombifiedguy but I’m glad you posted rather than keeping it in.
I’m not a professional and not sure what I can say to help, but we’re here to listen.
Is there anything you can do for escapism for a while? Reading, colouring, bingeing a TV series are all things that have worked for me.
Are you able to go outside and get some fresh air for a little while? Close your eyes and listen to the nature around you?
hugs
@zombifiedguy what @MsSubExperimenter says is good advice, i don’t know where you live but the forecast for most of the country is sunshine, and sunshine is a great mood lifter, even if you only sit in the garden.
I take the family dog for a walk daily. Its only a short term break from things though