How to cope with being trapped in a severe depression and a vicious cycle?

Dear questioner,

My name is Yi Ming, and I work as a heart exploration coach.

I believe someone has already answered this question, and I would like to add a few more things in the hope that they will provide some comfort and inspiration.

1. It might be helpful to remember that the current situation is only due to the disease, and that you can take care of yourself more.

If I may make a suggestion, I think it would be helpful to try to separate the person from the problem.

One approach to therapy that may be helpful is psychological narrative therapy, which involves separating the person from the problem.

It might be helpful to remember that people are not the problem, but rather the problem is something else.

Perhaps it would be helpful to consider when depression first began to affect you.

I hope you're doing better with anxiety and bulimia nervosa.

It seems that you are caught in a cycle of quitting your job, starting over, and quitting your job again. This is a common effect of depression.

I don't believe it's an issue with you.

It is possible to go to work and retain relatively normal social functions. For someone with a moderate to severe depression, self-healing is quite good.

Princess Diana, who suffered from depression, once said, "I believe that only someone who has walked in my shoes can truly understand what it's like."

It is important to remember that every person who is depressed may behave in different ways.

It is important to take care of yourself and not deny your needs.

It might also be helpful to believe firmly that depression is only a temporary state for us. It is a state that has a beginning and an end, and will always pass.

It is important to remember that depression does not define you as a person.

2. It may be helpful to actively seek out your own resources.

I respectfully suggest that in the process of getting to know and struggling with depression, you may have accumulated your own experiences.

You may find that you have the courage to start again at work.

I believe that even if you couldn't persevere, you still gained some valuable work experience.

You mentioned that you've faced repeated challenges at work and feel uncertain about your ability to persevere in the long term. If pressure and emotions build up for too long, they can potentially lead to a breakdown. Have you considered exploring a more relaxed role on a part-time basis to help manage your stress levels?

Could it be that less demanding work and study might allow stress and emotions to be resolved in time?

I understand that this may be challenging to implement in practice, but we can consider adjusting some of our goals to make them more attainable.

Psychologist Wu Zhihong had experienced a period of depression that lasted for two years.

He said that at that time, he was experiencing some challenges, including feelings of depression, slower thinking, and minimal speech and behavior. He also faced a significant loss of social function. In his second and third years of graduate school, he only earned one credit and was unable to graduate, so he had to apply for a one-year delay in graduation.

He likened this experience to being at the bottom of a well.

He suggested that sometimes, the more we resist, the more challenging it can be, and we may feel tired and frustrated as a result.

Perhaps we could consider trying to avoid conflict?

Perhaps it would be helpful to observe yourself by dwelling in the body, dwelling in the mind, dwelling in feelings, and dwelling in the Dharma.

He endured this situation for two years.

If I may make a suggestion, perhaps we could try to work a little longer when we are unable to work for an extended period of time.

Dealing with depression is never easy.

It might be helpful to encourage yourself and comfort yourself.

It might be said that being ill can also be a time for growth and transformation.

As you mentioned, reading can be a helpful way to support your own well-being, and it can also be useful for a while.

Perhaps this kind of help could be more useful.

You might find it helpful to look into "Emotional First Aid: A 7-Day Self-Healing Method to Resolve Anxiety, Depression, and Insomnia" by Li Hongfu. If you're interested, you can also flip through it.

I wish you the best!

I would like to express my love for the world and for you.

Good day, To whom it may concern,

If I could offer you a gesture of support and comfort, given the challenges you are facing with severe depression.

Anxious, restless, and in a state of helplessness.

I am unaware of the duration of the severe depression you describe. Could you please elaborate on the causes of severe depression?

It is evident that you have persevered in your efforts to cope with severe depression. You have maintained a consistent course of treatment despite its intermittent nature.

I commend you for your resilience in facing this challenge head-on.

It is not uncommon for individuals who have been taking medication for an extended period to experience emotional numbness and isolation.

This is due to the fact that a significant number of foreign hormones result in alterations to the functionality of the autonomic nervous system.

However, excessive medication can result in overcorrection, which may lead to weight gain.

However, excessive medication can result in overcorrection, which may lead to weight gain.

It is not uncommon for individuals experiencing depression to become emotionally indifferent and feel isolated.

It is important to note that severe depression may require the use of medication and psychological treatment in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Please refer to the following suggestions:

It is recommended that you consider exercise therapy as a potential solution.

It is recommended that you select an exercise that you are likely to continue with, such as walking, jogging, dancing or even yoga.

In summary, it is advisable to combine your own interests in sports with a view to increasing your level of physical activity.

One of the most prominent characteristics of individuals with depression is a notable lack of energy and lethargy.

If you are able to persevere, it would be advisable to create a feasible plan in collaboration with your family and friends.

As an example, the initial exercise period should be 10 minutes, with an incremental increase to 20 minutes after one week.

It is recommended that the exercise time be gradually extended after two weeks to half an hour.

Secondly, please attempt to create an emotional scale.

It is recommended that you maintain a daily record of your depression and anxiety levels. Please indicate the lowest and highest recorded levels.

It is important to ascertain the times of the week and days of the week when symptoms are at their most severe.

It is important to gain an understanding of the severity of your symptoms through scientific observation.

It is possible that the severity of your symptoms may be less significant than you have perceived.

Third, if feasible, consider travel. A change of scenery can have a notable impact on your symptoms and provide a beneficial distraction.

It is important to remember to get plenty of sunlight and to visit locations with a pleasant ambience. If you enjoy light music, you may wish to listen to it in a beautiful setting.

Fourth, if feasible, consider acquiring a pet or a bonsai tree. Pets can serve as a close companion.

They may provide companionship during periods of solitude and distress, while bonsai trees can help to pass the time.

Fifth, if there is a local counseling organization, you may wish to consider participating in more public welfare reading clubs or salon activities.

It is possible that you may find someone who shares your feelings.

As a final recommendation, we suggest contacting public interest psychological counseling services through your local women's federation, if this is feasible for you.

Some psychological websites also offer reduced-price or discounted consultations, so we encourage you to explore this option to find a suitable counselor.

In conclusion, I would like to suggest a book which you may find helpful. Please refer to the guidance provided in the book and see if you can help yourself.

The title of the book is "A Unified Approach to Cross-Diagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders."

This book is primarily concerned with diagnosing depression, anxiety, and other mood-related mental illnesses, and it offers valuable guidance on these topics.

Please note that psychological treatments are all individualized plans, and the above suggestions are for reference only.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further assistance or have any questions regarding the treatment plan.

I am pleased to be of further assistance.