By Anonymous - 13/11/2015 15:51 - Netherlands - Sevenum

Today, I opened up to my best friend about my depression. Her response: "If you're so depressed, why don't you just kill yourself?" FML
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umerin 32

That's ****** up. Please don't listen to her and seek help from someone who actually cares about your wellbeing.

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YoloWhiteRSA 20

I suggest you get a new supportive friend OP.

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Omniprism 14

They're NOT A FRIEND. And hang in there. Depression has ebbs and flows. Find something each day that makes you happy. And tell your doctor. Good luck my sweet.

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bellydancer82 15

Ah, I had a friend like that in high school.. Life got so much better once I left her, she only wanted the worst for me so it felt great to let that go. You should consider the relationship with your friend and figure out if it's worth your happiness. Granted she could have been joking (badly), so I don't really know your situation OP. But, regardless, please get help for your depression if you haven't already. It's worth getting the help, depression is hard to battle alone. It may be a bit cliché, but try a new hobby that you've always wanted to try. I've been suffering with depression since I was 10 years old, followed by 10 years of a severe eating disorder. After a failed suicide attempt when I was 18, I started belly dancing. It totally changed my life, I have all new friends, have been genuinely happy, and have recovered from the eating disorders. Not saying belly dancing is for you, but a new hobby can channel your focus and put you in a different mindset. Wishing you luck, sending my love.

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Sora_McKain 36

You make a good point. While I don't suffer from depression personally, both my mom and sister do. Around this time last year it seemed like they both started to hit rock bottom. I had no idea how to help at all, as such during one of my mindless rambling, I told them both that I would love to try belly dancing. My sister does jazz and tap, and her dance teacher has a friend who teaches belly dance so my sister got into contact with her. I took the class for a total of three months before my sister convinced my mom to come and watch me practice. The very next week I had two new classmates ?. Now, a year later, they both have gotten back on track. My sister says that trying something new then finding that she loved it worked better than her pills. There was indeed something about the both of them getting on the floor and doing a good shimmy or camel walk that helped their bad episodes.

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jayray313 21

Jeez, Karen. You can't just ask people why they don't kill themselves.

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DeathAngelsKiss 12

Tht is not a friend. Don't listen to people like that. You're much stronger than that. Stay strong!

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vikky538 28

Just tell her that you don't wanna die alone and need a friend's company

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bapbap_fml 15

The person is not a friend. I suggest you cut them out of your life. When I got sick there were people like that in my life who did not understand my illness either. They'd say hurtful things, and being sick and vulnerable I would take it to heart and be very mad at myself for an illness I have no control over. I now just cut people out of my life if they are negative and hindering me focusing on my health. Best of luck!

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lilchica22001 22

You are not alone sweetie. I am battling depression as well and have been for many years. Don't listen to your friend. She is a horrible "friend" and you deserve better. If the universe lost you, it would be incredibly sad. You have no idea how many people love and care about you, even if you don't see them very much. You should watch the movie called "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" It will show you how much of an impact you have on other's lives even if you don't know it. Please stay strong and know that you are very loved and appreciated. If you ever need to talk please message me. Id happily be your friend.

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Mathalamus 24

I'm really sorry, but.. Do you think your message of support will really help? All I see here is meaningless empty words of support... I am not the OP, but I'll watch that movie, it might help. Or completely destroy my heart. Either way, it will do something.

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talking_toilet 19

If somebody is sad more than not that doesn't mean they want to kill themselves

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LadyKayDee 23

It amazes me how inconsiderate and stupid people can be. Makes you appreciate good friends. I'm sorry you had to hear that OP. hang in there. :)

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