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User Profile: generousKitten6660
generousKitten6660 August 13th, 2025

When I told my mother of my depression, she told me that I was choosing to be this way. That hurts. Now I know not to bother her with any of it. So what now?

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User Profile: Amanda84
Amanda84 August 14th, 2025

@generousKitten6660

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Its not a choice.

Your feelings matter.

They are valid .

You are heard here.

You'll be supported here 💜💕

User Profile: modestBalsam8023
modestBalsam8023 August 19th, 2025

It's good you are seeking a support network!! 💖💖

User Profile: ipoopcats
ipoopcats August 20th, 2025

@generousKitten6660

depression is not a choice, but trying to get help is. i hope u have other forms of support whether it be from a friend or professional ♥️

User Profile: Thepeacewithinus
Thepeacewithinus August 23rd, 2025

@generousKitten6660
Your mother doesnt understand what is depression, its simple as that. It cannot be explained in words to everyone, as for you it is best you take up help from a counsellor or a therapists.

Take care and keep a smile

User Profile: HealwithRegina
HealwithRegina August 29th, 2025

@generousKitten6660

That must have been really hard opening up about your depression and then feeling so dismissed by your mom. I can understand how painful it was to hear her say you choose to feel this way. No wonder you feel like you can’t go to her for support. 😞 Depression is definitely not a choice. I am so sorry that you have to deal with this by yourself. 🫶

User Profile: SafeUniverse
SafeUniverse August 30th, 2025

@generousKitten6660 Sorry to hear this. Whatever you're feeling right now is valid. We're here to support you. 💌

User Profile: frothyHope8294
frothyHope8294 September 2nd, 2025

@generousKitten6660

I am so sorry, Kitten. You do not deserve to be invalidated in this way, and I am here to remind you that you are strong for fighting through your depression on a path to a more positive life, despite the haters. I am always here for you, and if you need a listening ear to confide in, do not hesitate to DM me on here. 

User Profile: graceful2204
graceful2204 September 8th, 2025

@generousKitten6660 Hi!

I know it's hard when we reach out for help and instead of receiving help, we are shunned. I am proud of you for reaching out for help. We are here to support you. You can connect with listeners on 7 cups (I am a listener too). 

User Profile: eyeofthetigerrr
eyeofthetigerrr September 9th, 2025

Only people who go through depression know how it feels. I remember my wife telling me to snap out of it.

Talking to people or having someone to listen can really help. You will lotsa people here to help you on that.

You are not alone!!

User Profile: Clayjoy
Clayjoy September 9th, 2025

I understand your feelings. And it's valid. I feel the same with my fam, sometimes it's pointless to talked to them about my feelings, because they always make it about them. But you know what.. That's why i am here☺ and you are here also, it's mean looking for help and support even though we never met with these nice people.