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User Profile: neonKiwi8070
neonKiwi8070 February 21st

I write this with a heavy heart, yet with a flicker of hope that refuses to die. Today, I feel the weight of the world pressing on me. I dream of starting my own business, building something that is mine, something that will give me purpose and freedom. Yet, I have no money, no clear path, and my mind feels trapped in a storm of despair. Depression whispers in my ear, trying to convince me that life is not worth the struggle. It tells me I am alone, powerless, and that my dreams are impossible. But I know, deep within, that these thoughts are not the truth. They are lies, painted by fear and sadness😭😭

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User Profile: Amanda84
Amanda84 February 21st

@neonKiwi8070

You can make it through.

You can heal.

It's not always easy.

But your life, your contribution, you matter 🩷

Don't forget it 🩷

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User Profile: neonKiwi8070
neonKiwi8070 OP February 22nd

Thank you very much 😊

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User Profile: Amanda84
Amanda84 February 22nd

@neonKiwi8070

A pleasure 💚 

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User Profile: JerseyGirl55305
JerseyGirl55305 February 22nd

@neonKiwi8070

What you wrote doesn't sound like someone who is beaten down. That voice is someone who is aware, and being aware is energy.

To be clear, depression is loud. It can cover the sky with ash and say that it will stay that way. This feeling tells me something powerful, though, that you can say, "These thoughts are not the truth." There is still a steady flame inside you. There is a spark, not a flicker.

Wanting to start your own business or make something with your name and mission on it is realistic. That's the goal. Every building we see today started out as an idea in the mind of someone who didn't have any money, a clear plan, or much faith. The beginning is always like being in the dark. That means there is a way.

You are not alone in this turbulent journey. You feel heavy because you care a lot about your life. That is not a sign of weakness; it shows that you want something and are hungry for meaning. And being hungry can make things happen.

The whole stairwell doesn't need to be lit up. There is still one more task to complete. One small thing. Talking to someone. One thought down. It takes time to build momentum.

Also, pay attention: the voice that tells you life isn't worth the fight is ignorance. This is the sound of exhaustion. You can take care of exhaustion. You can deal with fear. But the part of you that still hopes? That part is true.

You are not powerless. You are in the midst of changing. In addition, growing is rarely easy, but it is truly living.

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User Profile: neonKiwi8070
neonKiwi8070 OP February 22nd

Omg😭😭

This is so thoughtful of you

God bless you 🙏

Thank you so much

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