Trying to feel strong
I know this is going to sound dumb, but my Mom has cancer, and I feel like I can't feel her I've been feeling depressed because I don't want her to have more stress in her life. I want to feel strong but even the fact that I've been feeling depressed makes me feel like a disappointment. I want to be strong, and not have to stress my Mom out more. I really just don't know what to do.
Hey there, @impartialTree3773,
this does not sound dumb at all! In fact, I can understand it very well that you don't want to put more stress on your mother who has to go through a rough time. However, I can see that this is challenging for you and that you are clueless about what to do.
Have you read the Depression Self-Help Guide from 7 cups already? If not this might give you a first few ideas on how to approach your depression: Depression Self-Help Guide
Some other great resources that might help you are the following:
- Keeping a Gratitude Journal
- Managing stress
- Taking care of yourself
- How to deal with negative thinking
I hope those resources are able to help you manage your depression better. If you want to talk about it at any time or need further resources you can always PM me at any given time or day and I'll answer you as soon as possible!
Good luck with everything and take care.
~ Ori
