I recognize in my younger self so much of what you went through. Seeking external "projects" that needed to be figured out, fixed, or tended to was always my tactic for getting out of my miserable mind. Sometimes those projects were people. None of that worked. I also fully relate to not wanting to die but wanting to be dead. I hope both if us can manage to never feel that way again. But I admit to fearing it will surface again.
Thank you for sharing your story Kathryn. It takes a lot of courage to look back on those years of denial and acknowledge the presence of depression. It's also significant that you've recognized the influence of relationships on your mental health. Many people can relate to the idea that our personal struggles often intersect with our interpersonal dynamics. It's a reminder that each person's experience with depression is unique, and there's no one-size-fits-all narrative. Your journey resonate with others who have faced similar challenges and help them feel less alone in their struggles.
What a read. How did you feel writing it and after sharing it? So much of your story here. Though like you say, the briefer version. I’ve always maintained that journalling saved my life (7 years ago) though I haven’t written about it yet. I feel inspired by you to do so. Thank you🙏🔹
I put off reading this, as Substack marked it as a longer read. I am glad I waited until I had to give it the time it deserved. I need to find my crochet hook.
Thank you for sharing this, Kathryn. Such a heartbreaking story and the journey you’ve been on (continue along). I’m so glad you’ve found an outlet that helps curtail some of the symptoms ❤️
“there’s a lot of strength in being a girl alone with a crochet hook instead of a girl alone in someone else’s bed.” There is a lot of strength in this piece--and beauty and bravery. Thank you for sharing, Kathryn.
Fantastic as always and super brave also. Well done you, you’re forever amazing 😻
I recognize in my younger self so much of what you went through. Seeking external "projects" that needed to be figured out, fixed, or tended to was always my tactic for getting out of my miserable mind. Sometimes those projects were people. None of that worked. I also fully relate to not wanting to die but wanting to be dead. I hope both if us can manage to never feel that way again. But I admit to fearing it will surface again.
Thank you for sharing your story Kathryn. It takes a lot of courage to look back on those years of denial and acknowledge the presence of depression. It's also significant that you've recognized the influence of relationships on your mental health. Many people can relate to the idea that our personal struggles often intersect with our interpersonal dynamics. It's a reminder that each person's experience with depression is unique, and there's no one-size-fits-all narrative. Your journey resonate with others who have faced similar challenges and help them feel less alone in their struggles.
Thanks for sharing your story Kathryn and for being so vulnerable. I think it allows others a chance to see themselves.
What a read. How did you feel writing it and after sharing it? So much of your story here. Though like you say, the briefer version. I’ve always maintained that journalling saved my life (7 years ago) though I haven’t written about it yet. I feel inspired by you to do so. Thank you🙏🔹
I put off reading this, as Substack marked it as a longer read. I am glad I waited until I had to give it the time it deserved. I need to find my crochet hook.
Thank you for sharing this, Kathryn. Such a heartbreaking story and the journey you’ve been on (continue along). I’m so glad you’ve found an outlet that helps curtail some of the symptoms ❤️
“there’s a lot of strength in being a girl alone with a crochet hook instead of a girl alone in someone else’s bed.” There is a lot of strength in this piece--and beauty and bravery. Thank you for sharing, Kathryn.