I’ve been depressed for a long time. One of my closest friends ever was killed a year and a half ago, and i tore a bunch of ligaments in both my arms/ shoulders at the same time, which both are the most painfull things i’ve ever been though. I tell myself that hopefully this is the hardest thing i will have to go through in my life, and if i can get through this, i will be ok. I’ve been pretty sick for a few years too and finding the right meds that work without side effects just makes you feel like crap. But, I’ve finally found stuff that’s right for me, and in the past couple of months i’ve made so many improvements. I’m starting to feel good. I’m not happy, but I feel like I’m becoming more and more myself. I actually feel like i can stand up for myself! I feel like I’m at the point were I can start to become a person I would respect. I did a 180 from my old self in the past couple of years, and now i’m feeling like i could be happy soon. I think this summer’s going to help out a lot, and i’m so glad i found this website! It helps and reminds me of the everyday stuff that i need to enjoy!